Commercial Truck Accident Representation
Commercial truck accidents cause serious injuries and involve complex federal regulations. These cases require thorough investigation, understanding of trucking industry practices, and experience with federal motor carrier safety rules. We handle truck accident cases throughout Texas.
Our Focus
Truck accident cases
Commercial truck accidents differ significantly from passenger vehicle collisions. The size and weight of commercial trucks create severe injuries, while federal regulations and industry practices add legal complexity.
These cases require attorneys who understand federal motor carrier safety regulations, trucking industry practices, and the investigation methods necessary to establish liability. We handle truck accident cases with the specialized knowledge they require.
Injured Motorists
Drivers and passengers injured when commercial trucks collide with passenger vehicles.
Family Members
Families who have lost loved ones in fatal truck accidents requiring wrongful death representation.
Case Types
Truck accident cases we handle
Commercial truck accidents occur for various reasons and involve different types of negligence. Each case requires investigation to identify all responsible parties.
Commercial Truck Collisions
18-wheelers and tractor-trailers cause devastating injuries when they collide with passenger vehicles. These cases involve federal regulations, complex investigations, and multiple parties.
Driver Fatigue Cases
Hours of service violations and tired drivers create serious hazards. Federal rules limit driving hours, and violations of these regulations establish liability.
Equipment Failures
Brake failures, tire blowouts, and maintenance issues cause accidents. Trucking companies must maintain vehicles, and failures create legal liability.
Loading and Cargo Issues
Improperly loaded or secured cargo causes accidents. Overweight trucks and unsecured loads violate regulations and create dangerous conditions.
Company Negligence
Trucking companies that fail to screen drivers, maintain vehicles, or follow safety rules face liability when accidents occur.
Multiple Vehicle Accidents
Truck accidents often involve multiple vehicles and serious injuries to numerous people. These complex cases require experienced representation.
Legal Framework
Understanding truck accident cases
Truck accident cases involve federal regulations, industry-specific issues, and often multiple defendants. Successful representation requires understanding of trucking operations and applicable laws.
Federal Motor Carrier Regulations
Commercial trucks must comply with federal safety regulations governing driver qualifications, hours of service, vehicle maintenance, and cargo loading.
Evidence Preservation
Electronic logging devices, maintenance records, and company documents provide crucial evidence. Immediate action preserves this information before it disappears.
Company Liability
Trucking companies face liability for driver actions, inadequate training, poor maintenance, and violation of safety regulations. Corporate policies often reveal patterns of negligence.
Significant Damages
Truck accidents cause severe injuries requiring extensive medical treatment. Damages must account for current and future medical needs, lost income, and other losses.
Case Complexity
Complex legal issues
Truck accident cases involve federal regulations, technical evidence, and multiple potentially responsible parties requiring thorough investigation and specialized knowledge.
Federal Regulations
- •Hours of service requirements
- •Vehicle maintenance standards
- •Driver qualification rules
- •Load weight limitations
- •Electronic logging device requirements
Investigation Needs
- •Black box data preservation
- •Driver log verification
- •Maintenance record review
- •Company safety record examination
- •Prior violation history research
Multiple Parties
- •Trucking company liability
- •Driver responsibility
- •Maintenance contractor involvement
- •Cargo loading company
- •Vehicle manufacturer liability
Injured in a truck accident?
Commercial truck accidents require specialized legal representation. Contact us to discuss your case and learn about your legal options for recovery.