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Determining Liability for a Truck Accident Caused by Loose Cargo
Texas highways such as I-35 and I-10 are busy corridors for commercial trucks. With so many of these massive trucks carrying large loads every day, loose cargo poses a real safety risk. Improperly secured cargo can spill onto the road, causing multi-vehicle accidents that result in devastating injuries. If you or someone you love… Read More »
Are Truck Drivers Liable for Blind Spot Accidents?
Anyone who has travelled alongside a huge 18-wheeler knows how intimidating it can feel. These vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when they are fully loaded with cargo and they have immense blind spots on each side, as well as the front and the back. Truck drivers are expected to know how to… Read More »
Common Reasons for Car Accident Settlement Delays
After a car accident, you will incur medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. Although you may be able to negotiate a settlement with the liable, or at-fault, party, these settlements can take time to reach. In the meanwhile, it is natural to wonder why your settlement is taking so long…. Read More »
What Causes Truck Tire Blowouts?
If you have been injured during a truck tire blowout accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your financial losses and other damages. There are multiple parties that may be liable for paying this compensation but determining which party that is depends on the cause of the tire blowout. Below, our San Antonio… Read More »
Four Texas Truck Accident FAQs
The days, weeks, and even months following a truck accident in Texas are very confusing. You have likely sustained serious injuries and the medical bills for paying them may be piling up. Your serious injuries may also prevent you from returning to work, leaving you wondering how you are going to pay for those… Read More »
Important Information Included in a Police Report After a Texas Truck Accident
The police report after a commercial trucking accident is an important piece of evidence. In cases involving delivery trucks, 18-wheelers, and other commercial vehicles, the police report will help form the basis for the investigation, insurance claims, and any lawsuits you file. There is a lot of important information contained in police reports, and… Read More »
Can Trucking Companies Be Held Liable for Independent Contractors?
The majority of truck accidents in Texas are caused by negligent truck drivers or trucking companies. At times, trucking companies can also be held liable for the careless actions of their employees, such as truck drivers. This is possible under the legal concept of vicarious liability. However, many truck drivers may claim that they… Read More »
Why Does Texas Lead the Nation in Truck Accidents?
It is true when they say everything is bigger in Texas and this is true for the number of truck accidents that happen in The Lone Star state. Year after year, Texas leads the nation in truck accidents and the reasons go far beyond its large population. Although Texas does have one of the… Read More »
Reclaiming Lost Wages After an 18-Wheeler Accident
After a crash with an 18-wheeler, you may feel as though your world has come to a standstill. You are likely recovering from severe injuries, may even still be in the hospital, and likely cannot return to work right away. However, even if your day-to-day routine is not what it was before the crash,… Read More »
The Importance of Working with a Truck Accident Attorney Soon After a Crash
After a truck accident, injured individuals may understand that they can file a claim against the negligent, or careless, party that caused the crash. However, too many people try to handle the process of filing a claim on their own. They often believe that working with a San Antonio truck accident attorney is only… Read More »