Transportation

Transportation Defense Attorneys in the Gulf South and Midwest

Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith is committed to keeping our transportation clients on the road, and out of the courtroom. But when the courtroom is unavoidable, our dedicated and experienced transportation attorneys turn over every stone and are determined and focused on delivering positive outcomes.

With attorneys in Louisiana, Texas, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Missouri, we represent the trucking and transportation industry, including:

• Regional and national motor carriers and owner-operators
• Freight and logistics companies and brokers
• Insurers underwriting transportation risks
• Buses, shuttles, limos, and railroads
• Ride-share companies and platform-based companies
• In-house counsel and risk management teams that oversee complex fleets in the commercial transportation sector.

Galloway works with our clients to understand their business and lead them to their goals. Our transportation attorneys immerse themselves in the industry, belonging to organizations such as the Transportation Lawyers Association, the Trucking Industry Defense Association, and the Truckload Carriers Association.

Services and Capabilities

Our transportation defense team focuses on matters that shape risk in this industry:

• Accident and catastrophic injury defense arising from commercial vehicle operations
• Bodily injury and property damage litigation involving fleets and owner‑operators
• Freight charge disputes and contract/indemnity issues
• Insurance coverage counseling and defense for transportation insurers
• Commercial and business disputes involving carriers, shippers, and brokers
• Regulatory counseling and investigations impacting trucking & transportation operations
• Trial experience and expertise in complex cases

Galloway knows that the transportation industry requires immediate attention, especially when accidents occur. Our 24/7 Emergency Response Team stands ready to assist clients with rapid incident response and evidence preservation to manage exposure.

Market Context Across Geographic Footprint

Operating across Louisiana, Texas, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Missouri requires strategies calibrated to each jurisdiction’s statutes, venues, and insurance frameworks, alongside Code of Federal Regulations. We align defense strategies to local procedure and case law while maintaining consistency for multistate programs and national accounts.

Representative Experience

• Defend personal injury and property damage claims involving commercial vehicles and fleets
• Handle cargo and freight disputes across shipper–broker–carrier relationships
• Advise insurers on coverage questions and extra‑contractual exposure in transportation matters
• Resolve contract and indemnity disputes affecting carriers, brokers, and logistics providers
• Guide clients through regulatory inquiries and related litigation
• Defend transportation clients in jury and bench trials at the state and federal levels