TRANSPORTATION LAW

Chuck Mangelsdorf has four decades of defending commercial vehicle, accident litigation, over the road trucking injury claims involving personal injury and wrongful death. His practice primarily focuses on the defense of these transportation liability claims, including experience, defending direct claims of negligent hiring, negligent entrustment, driver fatigue, and trucking regulatory compliance. Over the years he has tried approximately 75 jury trials many of which involved truck accidents.

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What’s Involved in State and Federal Transportation Law Cases


State and federal transportation law cases involve representing commercial drivers, trucking companies, and logistics businesses facing legal claims related to vehicle accidents, regulatory violations, and injury or wrongful death litigation.

State-level cases often stem from accidents involving commercial vehicles, alleged safety violations, or claims of negligence within a single state. Federal transportation cases typically involve interstate trucking accidents, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulation violations, or complex litigation crossing state lines.

Each court system has its own rules, procedures, and regulatory frameworks. With over four decades of experience in transportation law, we understand how to build strategic defenses tailored to both state and federal venues.


Examples of State and Federal Transportation Law Situations


State Transportation Law Cases
These usually involve incidents occurring within state borders and are often handled in state courts. Examples include:

  • Commercial vehicle accidents involving injury or property damage
  • Alleged violations of state transportation or safety laws
  • Insurance disputes related to trucking operations
  • Driver negligence claims

Federal Transportation Law Cases
Federal cases typically arise when incidents cross state lines or involve federal regulations. These may include:

  • Violations of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules
  • Wrongful death lawsuits involving interstate carriers
  • Hazardous material transport violations
  • Multi-state litigation after catastrophic trucking accidents

These cases often involve high stakes and require in-depth knowledge of federal regulations and industry standards.


How We Can Help

Whether you’re dealing with state-level accident claims or complex federal transportation litigation, skilled legal representation is critical. We bring over 40 years of experience defending clients in commercial vehicle cases—from single-truck collisions to multi-vehicle, multi-jurisdictional claims involving serious injury or wrongful death. We work closely with insurers, company stakeholders, and expert witnesses to investigate the facts, challenge allegations, and protect your business. Our goal is to minimize liability, resolve disputes efficiently, and ensure your operations can continue with confidence.