Accidents involving trucks and 18-wheelers can lead to life-changing injuries and fatalities on North Carolina’s roadways. Trucks weighing as much as 40 tons frequently traverse the interstates and major roadways of the state, and thousands of people are injured, or even killed, each year when these trucks are involved in devastating big truck wrecks. If you or someone you love has been involved in a tractor-trailer collision, reach out for sound and knowledgeable advice and counsel from a truck accident lawyer right away. Filing your claim in a timely manner ensures that you preserve your right to collect damages for your injuries.