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Trucking + Transportation Litigation

Overview

MG+M attorneys specialize in nationwide trucking and transportation litigation, covering every aspect of the industry. We offer a strong defense for manufacturers, premises owners, retailers and service providers in the areas of commercial litigation, freight and property claims, personal and catastrophic injuries, as well as labor and employment. For more than 15 years, our attorneys have gained a comprehensive understanding of the complexities that come with trucking and transportation, including interstate transportation and the extensive regulatory frameworks of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, the Transportation Equity Act of the 21st Century and the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program.

Our approach
MG+M’s team of skilled litigators and trial attorneys are committed to providing top-notch representation to small and midsize companies in the trucking and transportation industry, including freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, and truckers working both intra-state and interstate. We have extensive experience defending clients in state and federal courts and are well-versed in handling a wide range of legal issues impacting the trucking and transportation industry, including catastrophic injury, environmental concerns, contracts and commercial matters, hiring and retention issues, transitioning to a green economy, and federal regulations. Our attorneys maintain close communication with clients, their insurers and claims administrators, private investigators, law enforcement, witnesses, and experts to provide a robust and collaborative defense.

At MG+M, we understand the importance of early response and effective liability assessment when it comes to emergency accident investigations in trucking and transportation. We work collaboratively with a team of industry experts and private investigators who are equipped to handle issues and claims, no matter where or when they arise.

Flexible and creative integrated team
MG+M’s 14 fully integrated offices are located near key transportation hubs nationwide. Our collaborative attorneys have litigated cases in all 50 states and several US territories, as well as in numerous federal, district and appellate courts. We are committed to meeting our clients’ unique legal needs with the utmost integrity and excellence, and we do this through teamwork, flexibility, efficiency, creativity and relentless commitment to personal service. We understand the challenges facing our clients and are dedicated to working with them to find the best solutions.

News + Insights

Publications

Biometric Privacy Acts and the Trucking Industry , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: Safety Audits , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Carrier Compliance Programs , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Security and Documentation Now, Can Save You in the Future , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
The ATA's Fight Against Truck-Only Tolls , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Autonomous Driving Technology , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
EPA and NHTSA Blocked From Regulating Trailer Manufacturing , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
The Supply Chain Crisis, Trucking, and America's Response , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Preparing for a Truck Driver Deposition , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
The Exception to the Small Vehicle Exemption , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Trucking Company Settles Over False Emissions Compliance Reporting , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Analyzing the Forthcoming Osha COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Proposed Truck Parking Ban Makes Drivers Ask: Where Can I Park? , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
The Exception to the Exemption , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
DRIVE-Safe Act: Reducing the Age to Transport Goods Between States , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
The INVEST in America Act and Its Impact on the Trucking Industry , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Limiting Trucks' Speeds on Highways , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
The Exception to the MCA Exemption , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
The Seatbelt Defense , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
General vs. Auto Liability: Why Does It Matter? , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Texas Federal Court Reaffirms the Savage Rule , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
COVID Passport for Interstate Trucking , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Sanitary Transport and the Carmack Amendment: What Constitutes Damages , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
Texas Bill Seeks to Reduce Large Jury Verdicts in Crash Suits , Motor Transport Association of Connecticut