Key takeaway: A truck brake failure is rarely a mystery with no cause. Worn parts, poor adjustment, missed inspections, bad repairs, driver misuse, or a defective component usually came first. The tractor and trailer should be preserved before repairs erase the evidence. A proper investigation combines a physical brake inspection with maintenance records, driver reports, […]
Truck accidents are some of the most serious crashes on the road, often leaving victims with life-changing injuries and overwhelming financial stress. One of the biggest challenges after a collision is figuring out who is legally responsible. Because multiple parties can share the blame, it’s important to understand how liability works and who may be […]
Negligent hiring is a basis for establishing negligence on the part of an employer and is used in many different personal injury cases. Negligent hiring claims, particularly in the trucking context, typically involve a truck driver who fails to meet minimum safety standards or is disqualified from operating a commercial motor vehicle while on the job. […]
When an 18-wheeler accident occurs in Texas, determining responsibility for the crash is much more complex than in a typical car accident case. The truck driver and the motor carrier operate under federal and state regulations that involve special rules for truck drivers and trucking companies. Violation of these regulations is often a very important […]
If you were hit by a commercial truck in Texas, one of the very first questions your attorney will ask is deceptively simple: Was that truck operating interstate or intrastate? The answer is not just paperwork. It decides which safety rules the driver had to follow, how much insurance is sitting behind your claim, and […]
Some of the 18-wheeler accidents that happen in Texas are caused by improper loading of commercial trucks. Many truck accidents occur near Houston that involve a safety regulation violation. If you find yourself involved in such an incident, a truck load accident lawyer in Houston could provide the necessary legal assistance. Trucking safety regulations provide […]
Truck Driver Training Required Under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, a trucking company must ensure that the truck drivers they place on the roadway are experienced and capable of safely operating the big truck. The trucking company must do proper training for truck drivers. Section 391 Addresses Training Section 391 provides the minimum safety […]
Commercial vehicle crashes involve vehicles from normal cars to pick-up truck wrecks. The vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and require maintenance and care beyond those of a passenger car to operate safely on the roadways. This is especially critical when considering truck accident lawsuits in Houston, where the impact of such accidents is […]
Every truck accident lawsuit will involve the truck driver and the motor carrier, who is legally responsible for the driver and the vehicle. Negligent trucking companies are not rare, and in many personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits, evidence is developed that the motor carrier violated safety standards. Companies are usually held responsible for an […]
Common Types of Commercial Vehicle Accidents Commercial vehicle accidents are a significant concern on our roads and account for a large share of fatalities. They involve vehicles such as trucks, buses, and vans for business purposes. These accidents can have severe consequences. They can lead to traffic disruptions, economic losses, and serious injury. Truck accident […]
Most truck accidents involve serious injury and /or death. Because a typical rig can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, occupants of a 4,000-pound passenger car have little chance of escaping serious injury on impact. This is why understanding and securing the right truck drivers insurance, including truck liability coverage, is crucial for safety on the […]
Key takeaway: A trucking company may be liable when neglected brakes, tires, steering, lights, coupling equipment, or other parts contribute to a crash. The most important early step is often to preserve the tractor, trailer, failed parts, electronic data, and maintenance records before repairs alter the evidence. Poor truck maintenance does not always announce itself […]
A serious truck crash usually starts two investigations. Police officers investigate the collision. The trucking company and its insurer start protecting the company. A third investigation is just as important: Did the driver and motor carrier follow the safety rules before the impact? I am Greg Baumgartner. I have handled serious truck accident cases since […]
Truck accidents across the state of Texas are a frequent occurrence. Because of the size of a tractor-trailer versus the size of a pickup truck or passenger car, in most semi-truck accidents, serious injury is a foregone conclusion. In Houston, some of these incidents involve criminal acts by truck drivers, which can further complicate the […]
Tire blowouts on big tractor-trailers are overwhelmingly common and probably happen hundreds of times a day across the United States. Many big rig tire blowouts happen in Houston. Simple maintenance and inspections, which each driver should perform during every stop along their route, would almost entirely prevent a truck accident from happening. An industrial tire […]
Why You Need a Truck Accident Attorney After an Accident Understanding why you should hire a truck accident attorney after a crash is crucial when dealing with the legal aftermath, as truck accident cases can be complex. The severity of the injuries involved and the laws make having a Houston truck accident lawyer essential. Below, […]
