Two Hurt After Tractor-Trailer Overturns on I-295 N in North Attleboro, MA

North Attleboro, MA (August 28, 2026) – Two people were injured in a multi-vehicle wreck involving two tractor-trailers and an SUV on Interstate 295 North in North Attleboro on Friday, August 28.

Attleboro Fire Department crews arrived near mile marker 3.4. However, heavy traffic and gridlock made it difficult for emergency units to reach the vehicles.

One tractor-trailer, which was carrying sand, had rolled onto its side and was blocking every northbound lane. Sand spilled across the highway, while the truck also leaked a significant amount of fluid.

Crews used containment bins and sand to keep the fluid from reaching the ground and nearby storm drains. The man driving the overturned tractor-trailer and the woman driving the SUV were transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

A towing company later righted the tractor-trailer and secured it for removal. Meanwhile, traffic was diverted onto Route 1 while crews cleared the highway.

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation reported that all northbound lanes reopened by about 6:30 p.m. The Massachusetts State Police continue investigating what caused the crash.

We hope both people injured in the collision make a full and steady recovery.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Tractor-Trailer Crash in North Attleboro, MA?

A truck driver, trucking company, cargo-loading business, or another motorist may be held liable for a tractor-trailer crash in North Attleboro. Responsibility depends on each party’s actions and whether those actions contributed to the collision.

If the driver was performing job duties when the crash occurred, the trucking company may also bear responsibility. A company may face separate liability for unsafe hiring, inadequate training, poor supervision, or failure to enforce required safety practices.

When cargo is loaded or secured improperly, it can affect how a truck handles on the road. The company responsible for that work may also be held accountable if the loading or securing contributed to the collision.

At the same time, another motorist may share responsibility if unsafe driving helped cause the collision. Massachusetts follows modified comparative negligence, so compensation may be reduced by an injured person’s share of fault and barred when that share exceeds 50%.

During the claims process, a truck accident attorney can investigate the businesses involved, examine available insurance policies, and determine whether multiple parties share responsibility. A lawyer can also address disputes involving fault, coverage, and losses caused by the crash.

At Fiorentino Legal, P.C., we help people injured in Massachusetts truck crashes address questions involving liability, insurance coverage, and financial recovery. Our team provides clear guidance and keeps you informed throughout the legal process.

If you or someone you love was injured in a tractor-trailer crash in North Attleboro, help is available. Call Attorney Christopher Fiorentino of Fiorentino Legal, P.C. at (617) 990-2568 to discuss what happened and learn about your options.

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