As the trucking industry evolves, so do the challenges faced by truck accident attorneys. Navigating these shifts means more than just keeping up—it demands innovation, collaboration, and a deep understanding of the nuances involved in holding negligent parties accountable and seeking justice for those affected by truck accidents.
With these challenges in mind, the 2024 Annual Symposium of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) provided a platform for leaders in the field, including the attorneys with The Law Firm for Truck Safety, to their share expertise and shape the future of trucking litigation.
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No other law firm knows trucks quite like us. Our trucking law expertise and trial experience allow us to win multi-million-dollar results year after year.
Involved in a Crash?
Our team of truck accident attorneys works tirelessly to help your family find justice in the wake of a catastrophic truck crash.
Insights from Industry Leaders
ATAA’s 2024 Symposium brought together the essential elements of trucking litigation, combining fundamental principles with intermediate and advanced topics. The presentations were led by premier trial lawyers at the forefront of this complex and nuanced area of personal injury law.
The Law Firm for Truck Safety Team Shares Their Insights
The Law Firm for Truck Safety's legal team played a pivotal role in educating and inspiring fellow legal professionals, not only about the critical aspects of truck crash litigation but also on the importance of truck safety and client advocacy –both of which are essential to improving the legal space and our communities at large.
Key Presentations from Our Firm
Michael Leizerman, Co-Founder of both our firm and ATAA, delivered two crucial presentations:
1. "Key Updates and Emerging Trends in Trucking Litigation"
2. "Work Zone Cases: What You Need to Know"
Andy Young, 2024-2025 Chair of ATAA, shared his expertise on:
1. "Building Cases Around What Makes Us Alike, While Honoring What Makes Us Different"
2. "Taking the Truck Driver Deposition"
Oklahoma City Managing Partner, Joe Ervin, guided attendees through his presentation, "Important First Steps When the Trucking Case Comes in the Door," covering carrier identification, spoliation, and case evaluation.
Tennessee truck accident attorney Matthew Wright explored the complexities of modern-day logistics and Delivery Service Providers (DSPs) with his talk, "Move Fast and Break Things: Middle Mile & Amazon Trailers."
Empowering Paralegals
In the paralegal breakout session held on Thursday, additional members of our team shared their insights specifically to support and empower paralegals:
- Cleveland attorney Amy Papuga presented on "Finding and Reviewing Important Trucking Documents"
- ATAA Certified Truck Accident Paralegal, Mara Phillips, shared her experiences in her talk, “Tips and Tricks for Trucking Cases"
Driving Change in Trucking Litigation for 2024: Andy Young Named ATAA Chair
At this year’s symposium, ATAA introduced its new leadership for the 2024-2025 year, marking an exciting chapter of progress and innovation. The Law Firm for Truck Safety’s, Andy Young, our Managing Partner of our Cleveland office, stepped into the role of ATAA Chair.
Andy’s leadership and unwavering commitment to truck accident law make him the ideal person to guide the organization in the year ahead. Throughout his legal career, Andy has worked tirelessly to hold truck drivers, motor carriers, and other responsible parties accountable, while advocating for safety improvements in the trucking industry to help prevent future fatal truck accidents.
Looking Ahead
The insights shared at this year's symposium equip legal professionals representing plaintiffs in truck accident lawsuits with the tools needed to navigate a changing industry effectively. The Law Firm for Truck Safety remains at the forefront of this evolving landscape and is committed to pushing the boundaries of trucking litigation and advocacy.
The 2024 ATAA Symposium not only provided valuable education to attorneys but also reinforced the importance of collaboration within this tightly-knit legal community. As we reflect on the success of this year's event, we look forward to continuing our work in shaping the future of truck accident law and ensuring justice for those affected by trucking accidents.
About ATAA – Elevating Legal Standards in Truck Accident Law
The Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) is on a mission to distinguish exceptional legal practitioners of truck accident law from skilled marketers, ultimately serving the interests of truck accident victims. The ATAA achieves this objective by implementing a rigorous and comprehensive vetting process that scrutinizes real-world experience, successful outcomes in managing truck crash cases, and proficiency of skills and knowledge.
Unlike other organizations, ATAA designations are not obtainable through monetary means, ensuring a level playing field where no attorney or paralegal receives preferential treatment. Their commitment is to elevate the quality of legal representation for the benefit of those affected by truck accidents.
About The Law Firm for Truck Safety
For years, The Law Firm for Truck Safety has been a beacon of excellence in truck accident litigation. Our goal is to create a world with zero truck crash fatalities. Our work has driven us to take a hands-on role in shaping truck accident law case strategy and educating other legal professionals in the space to become more proficient in the subject themselves.
Our success stories, client testimonies, and pioneering initiatives reflect our dedication to making roads safer and ensuring justice for truck accident victims.
For inquiries or to learn more about our leadership in truck accident law, please reach out to [email protected].
