Over 2 million semi-trucks are operating in the United States. We share the road with commercial trucks daily. While we need large trucks to deliver our goods across the country, we also need to ensure our safety while we drive. Big rigs can weigh 80,000 pounds when loaded with cargo, so an accident with a […]
We share the roads with thousands of vehicles, including large semi-trucks. Unfortunately, trucks can be dangerous and if you get into an accident with one, you may suffer serious injuries. The negligent driver should be responsible for your damages including your medical costs, lost wages, and more. Truck accidents can be more complicated […]
Truck accidents can cause major injuries and damages. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, there are over 34,000 a year that involve big rigs. When you have a crash with a truck, your injuries will likely devastate and sometimes, disabling. On average, over 500 people each year lose their lives due to truck crashes […]
Truck drivers are on the roads for many hours at a time and they often suffer from fatigue. Although the law limits the number of hours a driver can be behind the wheel without taking a break, unfortunately, sometimes drivers and truck company owners ignore the law. Companies often pay drivers by the load, and […]
It can happen in an instant. One minute, you are stopped in traffic, and the next, a car plows into you from behind, causing major damage and injuries. Rear-end collisions are the most common accident in the United States, with almost 2 million per year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rear-end […]
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When hurt in an accident, it is one of the most traumatic experiences in your life. When the accident occurred with a truck, you may have suffered severe or life-threatening injuries and you may have mounting medical bills. There are several things to remember following a truck accident injury. What to do Following a Truck […]
Truck accidents occur with some frequency and they often result in much more damage than accidents between passenger vehicles. When an 18-wheeler collides with another vehicle, there will likely be some devastating injuries. A large semi-truck can weigh over 80,000 pounds, which makes it a destructive force in a crash. When you suffer an injury […]
Traffic accidents happen with some frequency. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, TxDOT, a reportable crash occurs about every minute on Texas roadways, with an injury arising about every two minutes and death about every two and a half hours. The Houston area is a universal hub for truck traffic across the state and the […]
Serious accidents with trucks occur with some degree of frequency. The Houston area has more than its fair share of big rigs on the roads. When you get into an accident with a truck, it can be a frightening experience. There are several things you need to do following a big-rig accident. Call the police […]
Houston has some of the most commercial trucks on the roads. Our area is a hub for transportation, and many trucks need to travel through our city to get to other parts of the country. Trucks can pose a threat to safety on our roads. One of the concerns is for falling cargo. […]
In short, no. Always call the best personal injury lawyer you can find before considering speaking with an adverse insurance adjuster. Many of the top-rated truck accident lawyers offer free telephone consultations. Driving is safer now than ever before, but it is still dangerous. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), an accident occurs […]
A major accident between three big rigs left two people dead near Hico. The accident happened on U.S. 281 just north of Hico, according to a spokesperson for the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Officials state that the accident happened when one semi-truck was traveling northbound when it crossed the road into oncoming lanes […]
Truck accidents are often serious and may result in severe injuries. It is common for the truck driver or owner’s insurance company to contact you following the accident. The insurance adjuster will ask you about the accident and find out about your injuries. It is important to remember that the insurance company is not […]
When you see a large semi-truck on the road you notice that it has many more tires than passenger vehicles. You likely assume that the extra tires will prevent it from having a problem in case one of the tires fails. While the extra tires support the truck and keep it on the road, a […]
Given the extreme weight of 18-wheeler tractor-trailers, the aftermath of a wreck is usually pretty ugly. Those lucky enough to survive many times have severe injuries such as spinal cord fractures, traumatic brain injury, and paralysis. Many truck wreck victims require at least one surgery (if not multiple) at great expense. Recovering from a tractor-trailer […]
Truck accidents are common on Houston area roadways. As a major hub in the state, we see more than an average share of 18-wheelers on the highways. When an accident occurs between a truck and a passenger vehicle, the injuries are likely to be serious. If you were hurt in a big-rig accident, you […]
The National Transportation Safety Board has weighed in on the controversial topic of maximum speed limits on the nation’s highways. Using an automobile accident that occurred on a Texas highway that claimed seven lives as an example – they note that most of America’s roadways were designed for a maximum speed of 60 […]
When you are hurt in a truck accident, it is likely one of the most traumatic experiences of your life. It is natural to want to discuss the crash with friends, and you may think about posting details on social media. It is essential to know that the information you post online will be […]
Unfortunately, it is not expected that loss of life resulting from semi-truck accidents will end in the foreseeable future. There are a few news stories about truck drivers sent to jail after the wrongful death truck accident that killed an innocent victim. But, most of the time, it is up to an 18-wheeler accident lawyer […]
Millions of trucks travel our roadways every day. Truck operators need to obey specific laws and regulations to ensure the safety of everyone who shares the road with large commercial vehicles. As long as trucking companies and truck drivers follow the rules, in theory, everyone should remain safe from an avoidable 18-wheeler accident. Truck accidents […]
