# Hit by a Truck Call Chuck (Ruhmann Law Firm)

> A truck accident law brand of the Ruhmann Law Firm, led by attorney Charles "Chuck" Julius Ruhmann IV, representing victims of commercial truck and 18-wheeler crashes across Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. The firm focuses on serious and catastrophic trucking injury and wrongful death cases, working to recover compensation through negotiated settlements, litigation, or jury awards, all on a contingency-fee basis (no win, no fee).

Chuck Ruhmann opened the firm's personal injury and employment litigation practice on the philosophy that people deserve a voice for justice, and has more than 15 years of experience handling large truck collision cases. Because truck accidents involve federal and state trucking regulations, higher insurance limits, and multiple potentially liable parties, the firm investigates each crash to identify everyone responsible, from the truck driver and trucking company to parts manufacturers, maintenance contractors, and cargo loaders. Free consultations are available, and the firm offers Spanish-language service.

- El Paso phone: (915) 845-4529 (Westside) / (915) 910-5600 (Eastside)
- Las Cruces phone: (575) 526-4529
- Albuquerque phone: (505) 388-9500
- Service area: Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.
- Spanish-language site: https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/es/inicio/

General multi-state truck accident law context the firm's matters commonly involve:
- Statute of limitations: Texas allows two years from the date of the accident, New Mexico allows three years, and Arizona allows two years to file a truck accident claim.
- Fault: Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona all follow comparative negligence rules, so an injured party's compensation may be reduced by their percentage of fault.
- Liable parties: trucking cases can involve the truck driver, trucking company, truck or parts manufacturer, assembly and distribution companies, maintenance contractors, and cargo loading crews.
- Evidence: key trucking evidence includes driver logbooks and hours-of-service records, black box data, dashcam footage, and maintenance records.

## Firm Overview

- [Home](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/): Firm overview and practice areas.
- [About](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/about/): Attorney background and firm philosophy.
- [Practice Areas (overview)](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/): Overview of all truck accident case types.
- [Resources](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/resources/): Local injury and accident resources.
- [Blog](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/blog/): Articles on truck accident law.
- [Contact (Call Chuck)](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/call-chuck/): Free consultation request and office details.

## Attorney

- [Charles Julius Ruhmann IV](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/about/): Founding attorney; biography and credentials.

## Practice Areas (Truck Accidents)

- [18-Wheeler Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/18-wheeler-accident-attorney-el-paso/): 18-wheeler crash claims.
- [Semi-Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/semi-truck-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Semi-truck crash claims.
- [Big Rig Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/big-rig-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Big rig crash claims.
- [Cargo Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/cargo-truck-accident-attorrney-el-paso/): Cargo truck crash claims.
- [Delivery Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/delivery-truck-accident-el-paso/): Delivery truck crash claims.
- [Dump Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/dump-truck-accident-el-paso/): Dump truck crash claims.
- [Blind Spot Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/blind-spot-truck-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Blind spot crash claims.
- [Jackknife Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/jackknife-accident-attormey-el-paso/): Jackknife crash claims.
- [Oil Rig/Oilfield Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/oilrigs-and-oilfields-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Oil rig and oilfield accident claims.
- [Rear-End Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/rear-end-truck-accident-el-paso/): Rear-end truck crash claims.
- [Rollover Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/rollover-truck-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Rollover truck crash claims.
- [T-bone Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/t-bone-truck-accident-attorney-el-paso/): T-bone truck crash claims.
- [Truck v. Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/truck-v-truck-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Truck-versus-truck crash claims.
- [Truck Driver Fatigue Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/truck-driver-fatigue-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Fatigued truck driver crash claims.
- [Truck Driver Injury](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/truck-driver-injury-attorrney-el-paso/): Claims for injured truck drivers.
- [Underride Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/underride-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Underride crash claims.
- [Unsecured Loads Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/unsecured-loads-accident-attorrney-el-paso/): Unsecured cargo crash claims.
- [Wrongful Death Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/practice-areas/wrongful-death-truck-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Fatal truck crash and wrongful death claims.

## Las Cruces Practice Pages

- [Las Cruces 18-Wheeler Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/18-wheeler-accident-attorney-las-cruces/): 18-wheeler crash claims in Las Cruces.
- [Las Cruces Big Rig Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/big-rig-accident-attorney-las-cruces/): Big rig crash claims in Las Cruces.
- [Las Cruces Semi-Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/semi-truck-accident-attorney-las-cruces/): Semi-truck crash claims in Las Cruces.
- [Las Cruces T-bone Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/t-bone-truck-accident-attorney-las-cruces/): T-bone crash claims in Las Cruces.
- [Las Cruces Truck v. Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-v-truck-accident-attorney-las-cruces/): Truck-versus-truck crash claims in Las Cruces.
- [Las Cruces Truck Driver Fatigue](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-driver-fatigue-accident-attormey-las-cruces/): Fatigued driver crash claims in Las Cruces.
- [Las Cruces Underride Truck Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/underride-truck-accident-lawyer-las-cruces/): Underride crash claims in Las Cruces.
- [Las Cruces Unsecured Load Accident](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/unsecured-load-truck-accident-lawyer-las-cruces/): Unsecured load crash claims in Las Cruces.

## Office Locations

- El Paso (Westside): 5915 Silver Springs Drive, Bldg #1, El Paso, TX 79912. (915) 845-4529.
- El Paso (Eastside): 2000 Lomaland Dr, Ste 103B, El Paso, TX 79935. (915) 910-5600.
- Las Cruces: 837 North Armijo Street, Las Cruces, NM 88005. (575) 526-4529.
- Albuquerque: 8206 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113. (505) 388-9500.

## Service Areas (State Hubs)

- [Texas](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-texas/): Truck accident representation across Texas.
- [New Mexico](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-new-mexico/): Truck accident representation across New Mexico.
- [Arizona](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-arizona/): Truck accident representation across Arizona.

## Texas Cities

- [El Paso](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-el-paso/): Truck accidents in El Paso.
- [Alpine](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-alpine/): Truck accidents in Alpine.
- [Austin](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-austin/): Truck accidents in Austin.
- [Boerne](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-boerne/): Truck accidents in Boerne.
- [Canyon Lake](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-canyon-lake/): Truck accidents in Canyon Lake.
- [Cibolo](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-cibolo/): Truck accidents in Cibolo.
- [Converse](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-converse/): Truck accidents in Converse.
- [Dallas](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-dallas/): Truck accidents in Dallas.
- [Fort Stockton](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-fort-stockton/): Truck accidents in Fort Stockton.
- [Hondo](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-hondo/): Truck accidents in Hondo.
- [Horizon City](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-horizon-city/): Truck accidents in Horizon City.
- [Kerrville](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-kerrville/): Truck accidents in Kerrville.
- [Kirby](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-kirby/): Truck accidents in Kirby.
- [Kyle](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-kyle/): Truck accidents in Kyle.
- [Leon Valley](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-leon-valley/): Truck accidents in Leon Valley.
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- [Lockhart](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-lockhart/): Truck accidents in Lockhart.
- [Lubbock](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-lubbock/): Truck accidents in Lubbock.
- [Midland](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-midland/): Truck accidents in Midland.
- [New Braunfels](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-new-braunfels/): Truck accidents in New Braunfels.
- [Odessa](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-odessa/): Truck accidents in Odessa.
- [Pecos](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-pecos/): Truck accidents in Pecos.
- [Pleasanton](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-pleasanton/): Truck accidents in Pleasanton.
- [San Antonio](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-san-antonio/): Truck accidents in San Antonio.
- [San Marcos](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-san-marcos/): Truck accidents in San Marcos.
- [Schertz](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-atorney-schertz/): Truck accidents in Schertz.
- [Seguin](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-seguin/): Truck accidents in Seguin.
- [Sierra Blanca](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-sierra-blanca/): Truck accidents in Sierra Blanca.
- [Socorro](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-socorro/): Truck accidents in Socorro, TX.
- [Universal City](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-universal-city/): Truck accidents in Universal City.
- [University Park](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-university-park/): Truck accidents in University Park.
- [Van Horn](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-van-horn/): Truck accidents in Van Horn.

## New Mexico Cities

- [Las Cruces](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-las-cruces/): Truck accidents in Las Cruces.
- [Albuquerque](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-albuquerque/): Truck accidents in Albuquerque.
- [Alamogordo](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-alamogordo/): Truck accidents in Alamogordo.
- [Anthony](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-anthony/): Truck accidents in Anthony.
- [Bernalillo](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-bernalillo/): Truck accidents in Bernalillo.
- [Belen](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-belen/): Truck accidents in Belen.
- [Capitan](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-capitan/): Truck accidents in Capitan.
- [Carlsbad](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-carlsbad/): Truck accidents in Carlsbad.
- [Cloudcroft](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-cloudcroft/): Truck accidents in Cloudcroft.
- [Chaparral](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-chaparral/): Truck accidents in Chaparral.
- [Deming](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-deming/): Truck accidents in Deming.
- [Dona Ana County](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-dona-ana-county/): Truck accidents in Dona Ana County.
- [Eddy County](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-eddy-county/): Truck accidents in Eddy County.
- [Hobbs](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-hobbs/): Truck accidents in Hobbs.
- [La Mesa](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-la-mesa/): Truck accidents in La Mesa.
- [Lea County](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-lea-county/): Truck accidents in Lea County.
- [Lincoln County](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-lincoln-county/): Truck accidents in Lincoln County.
- [Lordsburg](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-lordsburg/): Truck accidents in Lordsburg.
- [Los Lunas](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-los-lunas/): Truck accidents in Los Lunas.
- [Otero County](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-otero-county/): Truck accidents in Otero County.
- [Raton](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-raton/): Truck accidents in Raton.
- [Rio Rancho](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-rio-rancho/): Truck accidents in Rio Rancho.
- [Ruidoso](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-ruidoso/): Truck accidents in Ruidoso.
- [Sierra County](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-sierra-county/): Truck accidents in Sierra County.
- [Silver City](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-silver-city/): Truck accidents in Silver City.
- [Sunland Park](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-sunland-park/): Truck accidents in Sunland Park.
- [Socorro, NM](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-socorro-nm/): Truck accidents in Socorro, NM.
- [Taos](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-taos/): Truck accidents in Taos.
- [Truth or Consequences](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-truth-or-consequences/): Truck accidents in Truth or Consequences.
- [Vado](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-vado/): Truck accidents in Vado.

## Arizona Cities

- [Phoenix](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-phoenix/): Truck accidents in Phoenix.
- [Tucson](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-tucson/): Truck accidents in Tucson.
- [Benson](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-benson/): Truck accidents in Benson.
- [Green Valley](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-green-valley/): Truck accidents in Green Valley.
- [Nogales](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-nogales/): Truck accidents in Nogales.
- [Pearce](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-pearce/): Truck accidents in Pearce.
- [Willcox](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-accident-attorney-willcox/): Truck accidents in Willcox.

## Resources

- [El Paso Resources](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/resources/el-paso-resources/): Local resources for El Paso accident victims.
- [Las Cruces Resources](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/resources/las-cruces-resources/): Local resources for Las Cruces accident victims.

## Blog Posts (Latest)

- [The Role of Freight Brokers in Truck Collision Liability](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/the-role-of-freight-brokers-in-truck-collision-liability/): How freight brokers can share liability in a truck crash. (May 15, 2026)
- [5 Ways a Las Cruces Truck Accident Lawyer Can Help Your Case](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/5-ways-a-las-cruces-truck-accident-lawyer-can-help-your-case/): How a truck accident lawyer adds value to your case. (May 4, 2026)
- [How Third-Party Maintenance Contractors Affect Truck Accident Cases in New Mexico](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/third-party-maintenance-contractors-affect-truck-accidents-new-mexico/): The role of maintenance contractors in trucking liability. (Apr 23, 2026)
- [How Maintenance Records Become Key Evidence in Arizona Truck Accident Lawsuits](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/maintenance-records-key-evidence-arizona-truck-accident-lawsuits/): Why maintenance records matter as evidence. (Apr 15, 2026)
- [Will Posting on Social Media About My Accident Affect My Case?](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/will-posting-on-social-media-about-my-accident-affect-my-case/): How social media activity can impact a claim. (Apr 1, 2026)
- [Reasons Insurance Companies Try to Deny Texas Truck Accident Claims](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/truck-claim-denial-tx/): Common tactics insurers use to deny claims. (Mar 9, 2026)
- [What is a Jackknife Accident?](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/what-is-a-jackknife-accident/): Explaining jackknife truck crashes. (Mar 2, 2026)
- [When Multiple Trucking Companies Share Liability for a Single Crash](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/when-multiple-trucking-companies-share-liability-for-a-single-crash/): How liability is split among multiple companies. (Feb 10, 2026)
- [What is the Role of a Semi-Truck Accident Attorney in Las Cruces?](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/what-is-the-role-of-a-semi-truck-accident-attorney-in-las-cruces/): What a semi-truck accident attorney does. (Feb 2, 2026)
- [What Are Common Mistakes People Make in Their New Mexico Truck Accident Case?](https://hitbyatruckcallchuck.com/what-are-common-mistakes-people-make-in-their-new-mexico-truck-accident-case/): Mistakes to avoid after a truck crash. (Jan 23, 2026)

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