
When a commercial vehicle causes an accident, it can affect numerous other vehicles and cause large amounts of damage. Being involved in a truck accident due to someone else’s negligence can leave you with serious injuries and a lengthy battle with the insurance company. A Nebo truck accident lawyer can handle the negotiations so you can focus on your recovery.
Seeking fair compensation from a trucking company can be difficult if you choose not to hire a truck accident lawyer. Truck accidents often involve multiple companies that all try to place the liability on someone else. At the Law Office of Lyndon R. Helton, PLLC, Attorney Helton is a former insurance defense lawyer who now uses his skills to help clients affected by personal injury claims.
Around Nebo, there are some dangerous areas where commercial trucks frequent. Coxes Creek Road is one of the steepest in North Carolina, which can cause problems for truck drivers. There is also the nearby I-40 that sees heavy traffic and high speeds, which is often used by commercial vehicles.
Commercial vehicle crashes are tracked and reported by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Motor Carrier Management Information System. In 2025, 3,915 crashes involving 4,130 vehicles occurred in North Carolina. Of those crashes:
Reaching a settlement agreement could take years after a truck accident, and you may have to file in civil court before you are awarded fair compensation. Nebo residents can file at the McDowell County Courthouse in Marion. The district court handles small claims, while the superior court handles larger claims.
Your priority after a truck accident should be your and your passenger’s safety. Once you are in a safe location, there are some steps you can take that could make the claim process easier. After a truck accident, you should:

After a truck accident, you can seek compensation for the economic and non-economic damages that you suffer. The at-fault party is responsible for covering expenses such as:
With a headquarters in Hickory, we have represented clients throughout Burke, Catawba, Caldwell, and McDowell Counties. We pursue full compensation on your behalf. The civil court process can be complicated, but we’re here to help. Contact the Law Office of Lyndon R. Helton, PLLC, today to schedule your initial consultation.