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Hit by an 18-wheeler or commercial truck on I-15, US-95, or Boulder Highway? A truck accident attorney at Gina Corena & Associates can review your case and explain your options.
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If a commercial truck crash in Henderson left you injured, your case may involve both Nevada negligence law and federal trucking regulations that govern how commercial carriers operate.
Commercial trucks carry far more force than passenger vehicles, which is why even lower-speed collisions on roads like I-15, US-95, or Boulder Highway can lead to serious or life-changing injuries. Medical treatment often begins immediately, sometimes at St. Rose Dominican Siena, the region’s trauma center.
In many truck accident cases, multiple parties may be involved, including the driver, the trucking company, and its insurer. These companies often begin their own investigation quickly after a crash, focusing on limiting liability.
Gina Corena & Associates handles these claims and guides you through the process from the first consultation through resolution.
We take on the motor carrier and its insurer so you do not have to. Your first consultation is free. You owe no fee unless the firm wins. Call (702) 680-1111 when you are ready.
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A truck crash is rarely a simple two-vehicle case. A loaded semi can take the length of a football field to stop, a trailer can swing wide across two lanes, and a smaller car can end up pinned underneath. The injuries that follow are often severe.
Truck accident cases our Henderson clients bring to us most often include:
Your crash may not fit neatly into one category, and it does not need to. Underride collisions, blind-spot sideswipes, wide-turn wrecks, and cargo loaded incorrectly: the firm handles the full range of personal injury cases across the Henderson area. Tell us what happened, and we will tell you whether you have a claim.
Henderson sits directly on major freight movement routes through Southern Nevada. I-15 carries heavy commercial traffic between Southern California and Las Vegas, while US-95 and the I-215 Beltway connect regional and interstate trucking routes across the valley.
Boulder Highway (SR-582) has long been one of the most heavily used and higher-risk corridors in the city for commercial vehicle traffic. Parts of it are currently being rebuilt as part of the Reimagine Boulder Highway project, a $184 million safety and reconstruction effort that began in 2024 and continues through 2027 (RTC of Southern Nevada).
Because these routes connect interstate freight movement with local traffic, many Henderson truck crashes involve commercial carriers operating under both federal trucking regulations and Nevada law.
Where the crash happens often matters. The roadway, traffic conditions, and the trucking route can all be important factors in determining how the collision occurred and who may be responsible.
A Nevada truck accident claim can recover two kinds of damages. Economic damages cover the costs you can add up: emergency and future medical care, lost wages, and the repair or replacement of your vehicle. Non-economic damages cover what no receipt can capture, like physical pain and the loss of activities you once enjoyed.
A truck case can also reach more than one insurance policy. Because the driver and the motor carrier that employed them may both share fault, more coverage is often available than in a car crash. The federal minimum liability insurance for interstate general-freight motor carriers is $750,000 under 49 CFR 387, with higher floors for hazardous materials and passenger carriers, plus the carrier’s own commercial policy on top.
Fault still plays a role in determining compensation. Under Nevada’s modified comparative negligence rule (NRS 41.141), a $300,000 claim with 15% fault assigned would result in a $255,000 recovery. If a party is found more than 50% responsible, recovery is barred under Nevada law.
There is no fixed cap on damages in most Nevada truck accident cases. Case value depends on the injuries, evidence, and available insurance coverage, which is why early evaluation of the claim often matters.
Truck accident cases require focused injury-law experience and the ability to handle serious, high-value claims against commercial carriers and their insurers. These are not routine injury matters, and they are not treated that way here.
Gina Corena & Associates has built its practice around Nevada personal injury litigation, with experience handling complex truck accident cases involving serious injuries and commercial liability issues across Clark County.
The firm is familiar with how these cases are handled locally in the Eighth Judicial District Court and understands the expectations for litigating injury claims in this jurisdiction.
Clients work directly with the legal team handling their case. The firm operates on a contingency fee basis, so there is no upfront cost and no fee unless compensation is recovered. Spanish-speaking clients are supported throughout the process, from the first consultation to resolution.
The scale of truck crashes is significant. Nationwide in 2022, large trucks were involved in 5,837 fatal crashes and about 120,000 injury crashes, reflecting a steady rise in overall incidents (FMCSA Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts, 2022). Nevada recorded 412 traffic deaths in 2024, one of its highest totals in recent years (Nevada Office of Traffic Safety, preliminary report, 2024).
Clark County accounted for 13 fatal crashes involving large trucks in 2024, the highest in the state, compared to three in the next-highest county, Nye (Nevada OTS, 2024). The county also recorded 293 total traffic deaths that year, before dropping to 239 in 2025, a 19% decrease (Las Vegas Review-Journal, January 2026).
Henderson sits within this same traffic corridor network, where I-15, I-215, and local freight routes carry heavy commercial truck movement throughout the day.
Truck accident cases often depend on evidence that doesn’t last long. Electronic logging device data, dispatch records, and post-crash testing are all time-sensitive and tied to strict retention periods in commercial trucking operations. Early legal review helps ensure that key evidence is preserved.
Truck accident claims in Nevada typically begin with a free consultation, followed by an investigation of both federal and state evidence. This includes crash reports, driver records, and trucking company documentation.
The case then moves to demand and negotiation with the motor carrier and its insurers. If the claim is not resolved, it proceeds to litigation and, if necessary, trial.
Under Nevada law (NRS 11.190), you generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit. Some situations change that deadline, such as a crash that injures a minor, so it is worth confirming yours early.
Truck accident cases are also heavily driven by time-sensitive evidence, including FMCSA hours-of-service logs, electronic logging device data, dispatch records, and post-crash testing. If a lawsuit is filed, the case is typically heard in the Eighth Judicial District Court in Las Vegas.
The experience of our attorneys ranges from insurance and commercial law to personal injury and other areas which give our team an unmatched ability to reach a favorable outcome in your case. We handle each matter with accountability and responsiveness, as if we were representing ourselves.
Often more than one party. The driver, the motor carrier that employed and dispatched them, a freight broker, a cargo loader, and a parts manufacturer can each face liability depending on the facts. The firm investigates every angle.
In most cases, two years from the date of the crash, under Nevada law. A few situations change that deadline, such as a crash that injures a minor or an out-of-state defendant. Confirm your specific deadline with a lawyer early.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules govern hours-of-service (driving and on-duty) limits, require electronic logging devices, and set commercial driver license standards. These rules apply in addition to Nevada traffic law and are often central to proving negligence.
Federal law requires interstate general-freight trucks to carry $750,000 in liability coverage; hazardous-materials carriers and passenger carriers face higher minimums. Nevada’s basic auto insurance minimums apply to ordinary personal vehicles, not to commercial trucks.
Electronic logging device data, dashcam video, dispatch records, post-crash drug and alcohol test results, maintenance logs, and the driver qualification file. Most of these cycle out within days or weeks, which is why a preservation letter to keep evidence intact should go out immediately.
Often yes. The driver and the motor carrier are the most common defendants; a freight broker, cargo loader, or parts manufacturer may join the case when facts support it. The firm sorts out who belongs in the suit so you do not have to.
Nothing upfront. Gina Corena & Associates works on a contingency fee, so you pay no fee unless the firm wins your case, though clients may be responsible for costs. Your first consultation is always free.
Gina Corena founded Gina Corena & Associates to give injured Nevadans a legal team that fights for them, and she leads the firm's attorneys in a practice focused on personal injury law.
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