Expert Trucking Accident Lawyers Serving Bendigo, Melbourne & All of VIC
From semi-trailers to road trains, trucks can be found on roadways throughout Victoria. An accident with one of these large, heavy vehicles can result in serious injuries and even prove deadly. Our truck accident lawyers are available 24/7 if you or someone you love was harmed in a crash with a semi. We listen and offer clear explanations of your legal rights.
Arnold Dallas McPherson Injury Lawyers (ADM) specialise in TAC accident claims. We fight for all of the entitlements you are due based on the unique challenges you are facing. If you were injured whilst driving a truck for work, ADM can also explore your right to bring a WorkCover claim.
Truck Accident Lawyer FAQs
You have every right to lodge a claim without a lawyer. But it is important to consider the ramifications of proceeding without legal counsel. If you don’t complete the claim form correctly or your injuries aren’t fully documented, you will have trouble getting the compensation you deserve.
That’s why we urge you to entrust your truck accident claim to Arnold Dallas McPherson Injury Lawyers. Our team can help you lodge a TAC claim and advise you of any additional compensation that may be available. We can also counsel you through medical assessments and disputes with the TAC, consistently asking for your input so we can attain the optimal result.
Experience is the first thing to look for when choosing the best truck accident lawyer. An experienced solicitor will have the knowledge and skill needed to prevail in these unique claims.
Trucking accident lawyers at ADM have been advocating for the victims of road accidents since 1994. We know the TAC compensation scheme inside and out, enabling us to pursue all benefits and claim any lump sum payments.
As a client, the best truck accident lawyer should also care about you, provide support and treat you with respect. Many of the large personal injury firms in Victoria talk over their clients’ heads and treat them like numbers rather than people. At ADM, we believe clients deserve honesty, clarity and reassurance. We take the time to get to know you so we can provide you with the best service.
See why our clients think ADM is the best. Or you can schedule a FREE consultation by calling 1800 242 588 to meet with our truck accident lawyers and see for yourself.
The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) is the compulsory auto insurer in Victoria. If you are injured in a collision with a truck or other vehicle, you would apply to the TAC for payment of certain expenses.
Below, ADM summarises the benefits and additional payouts from the TAC that may be available in your truck accident claim:
- Medical expenses and supports: In addition to the cost of treating your injuries (ambulance transport, hospital care, surgery, medical appointments, etc.), you may be entitled to home-based support for activities like housekeeping, gardening, etc.
- Income support: The TAC replaces 80% of your gross weekly wages if you can’t work after the accident.
- Return to work support: From supporting a return to your previous job to helping you find new work that aligns with your abilities, the TAC can connect you with a number of services that can help you return to work.
- Impairment benefit: This is a lump sum paid by the TAC if an injury or combination of injuries causes a permanent impairment of 11% or more. A truck accident can result in catastrophic injuries, making it extremely important to explore this entitlement.
- Common law compensation: If you sustain a serious injury (as defined by the TAC) and it was due to the negligence of the truck driver, trucking company or another party, you may be entitled to common law damages. These include pecuniary loss (loss of past and future earnings) and pain and suffering.
- Support for family members: The TAC can support your family in numerous ways if a loved one was seriously hurt or died tragically in a truck accident. Available benefits may include:
- Travel and accommodations for family members who have to travel more than 100km to visit a loved one in hospital
- Family counselling services
- Time off work to visit children in hospital after a road accident
- Funeral and monument expenses
- Support for dependent spouses and children
You have enough to think about if you were injured or a member of your family was killed. Our truck accident solicitors can review your claim for FREE and determine what entitlements you have.
You have 12 months from the date of the accident to file a claim with the TAC. ADM recommends lodging a truck accident claim as soon as possible so you can safeguard your legal rights and begin receiving benefits.
If you meet the criteria for common law compensation (serious injury + someone else’s negligence), you have a maximum of 6 years to claim these damages. Our trucking accident injury lawyers can prepare a strong claim on your behalf and negotiate a favourable settlement with the TAC.
Hiring a lawyer for a truck accident shouldn’t cost you anything upfront. At ADM, we offer FREE consultations and have a ‘No Win, No Fee’ policy.
Our No Win, No Fee lawyers don’t require upfront payment. If the matter succeeds, you will need to pay professional costs and disbursements. The terms of our fee agreement are 100% transparent, and we will explain them in plain language.
Arnold Dallas McPherson Injury Lawyers take a client-centred approach to every matter we handle. This is particularly important for the victims of truck accidents, who are often struggling with life-altering injuries and substantial monetary pressures.
Successful outcomes are obtained through a clear understanding of your needs and goals. Our truck accident lawyers listen to you closely and provide support. This enables us to advocate for the outcome you deserve.
If you have questions about a truck accident claim in Bendigo, Melbourne or elsewhere in Victoria, call ADM at 1800 242 588 today for a FREE consultation. We have more than a dozen offices statewide, including multiple metropolitan and rural communities.
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How a Truck Accident Lawyer Can Help
Perhaps the biggest way a Victoria truck accident lawyer can help is by managing all aspects of your claim while you make recovery your top priority. Our 30+ years of experience are essential for preparing negligence claims and securing common law compensation.
ADM investigates the accident thoroughly by:
- Visiting the scene of the crash to look for key details and physical evidence
- Speaking to witnesses
- Requesting and reviewing the police report
- Investigating truck driver errors, trucking company negligence, improper maintenance, overloading and other factors that may have led to the crash
- Preserving documentary and electronic evidence (truck driver log books, mobile records, onboard computer data, etc.)
- Consulting expert witnesses
We also make sure the TAC pays everything you are owed. This includes common law damages if someone else’s negligence caused you to suffer a serious injury.
Finally, you need a firm that can sympathise with what you’re going through and reassure you as your truck accident claim progresses. Many lawyers are long on legal jargon but short on empathy; at ADM, we treat you like a person who needs emotional support as well as legal guidance.
TAC Information Guide
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How Much Are Most Truck Accident Settlements?
The value of a truck accident settlement depends on a host of factors, including the seriousness of your injuries and any degree of fault on your part. In TAC claims, a settlement is an agreement to pay common law compensation. Reaching a settlement requires thorough knowledge of the TAC Common Law Protocols, a series of rules designed to expedite claims.
As of 1 July 2025, common law damages are limited to $1,530,470 for pecuniary loss and $680,160 for pain and suffering. The actual amount of damages you are entitled to depends on the damages you suffer, although they cannot exceed these limits.
The TAC pays for all necessary and reasonable medical expenses after a road accident. Victims of semi-trailer accidents often suffer catastrophic injuries, so payments for medical and like services may continue for a lifetime.
Payments for income loss continue for 18 months or until you are able to resume work, whichever comes first. You may be entitled to benefits for loss of earnings if you still cannot work, for a maximum of 3 years. If you receive a common law damages settlement, income support payments will cease.
Trucking accident solicitors at ADM are talented negotiators. We draw upon our knowledge of the TAC claims process and your unique situation to seek the optimal settlement, as well as ongoing entitlements.
Client Testimonials
At ADM, we are real people helping Victorians find justice. You don’t have to take our word for it; we have received hundreds of 5-star reviews from real clients who entrusted their legal matter to ADM. See for yourself what to expect from Arnold Dallas McPherson Injury Lawyers, both as solicitors and as human beings.
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Kelsey and the team at ADM Bendigo were very understanding and caring in relation to our case. We were treated with respect and everything was done to get the best possible outcome under the circumstances. We would highly recommend.
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My dealings with staff at ADMcP were at all times supportive, professional, and above all successful. They’re a great group and I recommend anyone to them for any industrial/workplace injury issues.
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Common Injuries in Truck Accident Claims
Heavy trucks are much bigger and a lot heavier than standard vehicles. Basic physics dictates that a truck will strike another vehicle with much more force, resulting in greater harm for the occupants.
Arnold Dallas McPherson Injury Lawyers can help if you suffer any of the following in a truck accident:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Injuries to the neck and back
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones and orthopaedic injuries
- Internal trauma
- Nerve damage
- Amputation injuries
- Burn injuries
Each of these injuries can leave you in a lot of pain, cause permanent disability and irreversibly alter your life. Multiple lawyers at ADM are Accredited Specialists in Personal Injury Law. Our dedication to excellence is apparent in our knowledge of different types of injuries and our calm, professional pursuit of maximum compensation on our clients’ behalf.
Were You Injured Driving a Truck for Work?
As a specialist workers’ compensation law firm in Victoria, we also know the different types of injuries truck drivers may suffer in the course of their jobs. These include repetitive strain from lifting and long periods of sitting to injuries from road accidents. ADM can review the circumstances and help you lodge a claim with WorkCover.
No Win, No Fee
At Arnold Dallas McPherson, we firmly believe that financial constraints should never stand in the way of justice. Our ‘No Win, No Fee’ policy on most personal injury claims ensures that everyone has the opportunity to seek the compensation they rightfully deserve without the burden of upfront legal fees.
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What Causes Truck Accidents in Victoria?
Companies often pressure truck drivers to make deliveries as fast as they can. This pressure can cause them to take on numerous unsafe behaviours, increasing the risk of road accidents.
Our truck accident injury lawyers find that many crashes with semi-trailers are caused by the following:
- Truck driver fatigue
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inexperience driving a heavy truck
- Following other vehicles too closely
- Errors when turning
- Failure to give way
- Poor maintenance
- Unsecured cargo
- Overloading the truck
Truck drivers in Victoria are required to obey the state’s rules for heavy vehicles. Our lawyers have extensive knowledge of these regulations, and we can enlist leading experts to help (a) establish the duties of the truck driver and other parties and (b) prove how and why a breach occurred. This is crucial for establishing the role of negligence in common law damages claims.
Why Choose Arnold Dallas McPherson?
ADM offers a client experience unlike any other. Our lawyers and staff speak plainly, listen deeply, and stay steady in the most stressful moments. This approach is critical not only for obtaining the best outcomes for our clients, but reassuring them when things get tough.
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How Common Are Deadly Truck Accidents?
In 2025, fatal accidents involving heavy vehicles in Australia reached a 5-year high. The National Road Safety Data Hub shows that the number of deaths in these crashes increased by nearly 15%, while the number of fatal crashes increased by almost 20%.
Victoria saw one of the most significant jumps in these sad statistics, with deaths in truck accidents rising by 31% year over year. This illustrates the importance of seeking qualified legal counsel for a truck accident claim.
ADM provides compassionate support and capable legal representation if you lost a loved one in a trucking accident. We also recognise the toll severe injuries can have on victims and their families, which is why clients trust us to put our accredited expertise to work for them and get the outcome they deserve.
Contact a Truck Accident Lawyer in Victoria Today
Few things are more traumatic than a collision with a large and heavy vehicle. Your car won’t offer much protection from these big mechanical beasts. Our truck accident lawyers can help you claim all of the benefits you are due and fight for additional entitlements.
ADM has been advocating for the victims of truck accidents and other road trauma for more than 30 years. We have extensive experience with Victoria’s compensation schemes, as well as a fundamental emphasis on honesty, respect and personalised service. Through principled advocacy and genuine care, we have achieved some of the largest TAC recoveries in Victoria.
Call Arnold Dallas McPherson Injury Lawyers at 1800 242 588 today for a FREE consultation. We serve clients statewide from offices in Melbourne, Bendigo and other Victoria communities.
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