Category Archives: Truck Accidents

Driving a truck is a taxing job that requires alertness. However, truck drivers often travel long distances without adequate rest, which affects their physical and mental state. Although there are laws regulating the time truck drivers spend on the road, the need to meet deadlines causes them to drive longer, harming their physical s[...]

Large commercial trucks are essential to the Texas economy, as they bring in and take out goods daily. However, as necessary as they are, their size makes them a significant threat on the road, especially if there is an accident. Truck collisions often lead to extensive property damage, severe or catastrophic injuries, and sometimes [...]

When dealing with the aftermath of a truck accident, there are many things you’ll face simultaneously. One of them is accumulating medical bills and loss of income if your injuries keep you hospitalized for a long time or unable to work. Although you can seek compensation through a truck accident lawsuit, you might have heard it is[...]

Many trucks enter and leave Texas daily to deliver products and services. While this is good for the state’s economy, it increases the chances of truck accidents. Truck collisions have severe consequences, as they can lead to severe injuries and significant property damage. So, what causes these accidents, and can they be avoided? [...]

Truck accidents have severe consequences for all involved, including severe injuries, significant property damage, and sometimes death. The severity of trucking collisions makes it essential for those involved to understand their rights and legal options. Truck accident liability in Texas is governed by laws requiring in-depth knowle[...]

Truck accidents are more severe than other types of traffic collisions, and, as such, the consequences are more devastating. Those involved are very likely to sustain severe or catastrophic injuries, which result in medical bills and other financial burdens. One financial burden injured victims contend with is lost wages due to time [...]

Truck accident lawsuits are complex, requiring knowledge of federal laws, reconstruction of the accident scene, and proof of liability and the extent of damages sustained. Expert testimony is needed to help the jury or judge understand several aspects of the case. Their testimony helps clarify complex issues and can make or break a c[...]

After a truck accident in Texas, two options are available to you: make an insurance claim or file a lawsuit. You can also decide to file both simultaneously to give the at-fault party’s insurer something to consider in case they want to delay your claim or apply other tactics to pay a lesser settlement. However, while filing a law[...]

Commercial trucks are seen daily on Texas roads as they play a vital role in the state’s economy, conveying goods to, from, and around the state. However, the more commercial trucks there are on Texas roads, the greater the chances of accidents involving them. When a commercial truck collides with a passenger car, the latter is oft[...]

How much does a semi-truck weigh? The answer is that it depends. There are many weight variations, depending on different factors. Here are some weight examples: Semi-tractors weigh up to 25,000 pounds. An 18-wheeler can legally weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. A semi-truck can haul up to 34,000 pounds. Why is this i[...]