18-wheeler road safety is of the utmost importance. Big rigs are required to pass stringent safety inspections in order to be deemed safe for the roadways. Recently, three men were arrested on felony charges for allegedly forging Department of Transportation (DOT) inspections on 18-wheelers. After the arrests, their business was shuttered and nobody answered […]
Truck accidents are among the most severe types of crashes that can occur. When you are involved in an accident with a big truck, you could be severely injured, and recovery could take months or years. Yes, your first consideration should be your health, but many people wonder how soon should they contact an attorney […]
A truck driver was killed in an accident that happened near Robinson, Texas. The truck was traveling south on FM 434 when it left the road. The truck overturned near Flying Heart Road, and the driver was killed. The accident happened early in the morning, and the police report that there were no other […]
Truck accidents are among the most terrifying crashes and often cause the most severe damage. Houston is a transportation hub, so there are many 18-wheelers on our roadways. Large commercial trucks can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds when fully loaded. Not surprisingly, truck accidents often result in severe injuries to drivers and passengers […]
If you suffered a severe injury in a truck accident, you are likely owed compensation from the negligent driver. Avoid the common mistakes in a Houston 18-wheeler accident case, as you may need to deal with the other driver’s insurance company, and if that fails, you may sue. Making mistakes along the way can make […]
Punitive damages in a Texas truck accident case can significantly impact the outcome, offering more than just compensation for losses. These damages are intended to punish egregious behavior and deter similar actions in the future. > If you were hurt in a Houston truck accident, the negligent driver is generally required to pay for your medical […]
Commercial trucks are a common sight on our Texas roadways. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there are more than 130 million commercial trucks on our roadways, and Texas is one of the states with the most trucks. Safety on our roads is a major concern. Truck drivers and trucking companies […]
Truck accidents are often devastating and cause serious injuries or fatalities. Immediately following an accident with a truck, you may be concerned about your health and healing from your injuries. However, it is crucial not to delay discussing the accident with an experienced Houston truck accident attorney for too long. Truck accident cases are often […]
After a truck accident, the quality of evidence often determines whether you receive fair compensation or face challenges from the insurance company. Key evidence extends beyond the crash scene and may include driver logs, black box data, inspection and maintenance records, dashcam footage, cargo documents, dispatch communications, and the driver’s qualification file. Truck accident claims […]
Accidents can happen in an instant when you least expect them. When an accident happens, it can be devastating, and the injuries an accident victim incurs are likely to be serious. You and your family need to concentrate on your medical treatment as a priority, but also be careful not to allow too much time […]
There are thousands of vehicle accidents on our roads each year. While the majority are minor, some are severe, resulting in critical injuries and fatalities to drivers and passengers. A minor fender bender with another passenger vehicle on a city street is usually not serious. However, when a passenger vehicle is hit by a semi-truck, […]
18-wheeler accidents are among the most severe of all crashes. If you are involved in an accident with a big rig, you may suffer serious injuries and damage. The roads in and around the Houston area are frequently congested with trucks. If you travel the roads daily, you will notice 18-wheeler accidents happening often. […]
When involved in a truck accident with a big rig in Texas, you may wonder which party was at fault. Generally, one driver might be more at fault for the accident than the other. Sometimes, both drivers did something wrong that contributed to the crash. Many states have laws that reduce how much injured […]
The hours and days following a severe truck accident are spent recovering from your injuries. Being involved in a crash with a truck is often a traumatic and life-changing experience. While you are concentrating on your health, the trucking company’s insurance company is probably tracking you down to obtain a statement. They could offer […]
Most serious injury and wrongful death cases involving an 18-wheeler are investigated at the scene by the Highway Patrol or other police officers, and the insurance company for the truck driver and the trucking company. What you need to know about proving liability of truck wrecks is crucial in these investigations. Typically, hundreds of photographs […]
While it is at least disheartening to realize that one of the responsibilities of a government organization is to maintain fatality statistics related to highway deaths, that is one of the reasons for the existence of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA keeps statistics on all truck accidents that happen in Texas. The numbers show […]
A crash between two big rigs caused damage to both vehicles and a traffic tie-up that lasted for hours. The 18-wheeler accident in Montgomery County happened in the northbound lanes of I-69 Eastex at FM 1314. The cause of the crash is unknown and is under investigation. Both of the drivers sustained […]
Texas has more highways than any other state, and it keeps building more. Every new lane and every new mile carries more freight, which means more 18-wheelers sharing the road with families in passenger cars. The pattern over the years has been hard to miss: as the miles go up, so do the crashes. If […]
A semi-truck traveling on the Eastex Freeway in Houston lost its load of lumber in the northbound lanes near Kingwood Drive. It is unclear exactly what caused the load to be spilled onto the highway. However, it caused a major backup that lasted more than six hours. The truck was […]
A truck tractor that was towing a semi-trailer lost control and crashed, leaving two people dead. The crash happened on Highway 84 near Mount Enterprise in Rush County. The truck was traveling west on US-84 when it allegedly experienced a tire blowout. The driver lost control as a result and ran into oncoming traffic […]
A truck driver lost his life in a crash with his big rig on State Highway 31. The crash occurred along a stretch of remote highway about two and a half miles from Mount Calm. The truck was traveling eastbound when a tire blowout occurred, according to the Department of Public Safety. The blowout […]
