Category Archives: Truck Accident
What is Vicarious Liability and How Does it Impact Truck Accident Claims?
If you are injured by an 18-wheeler due to another party’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the liable party for compensation. Truck drivers are often liable, or at-fault, for these accidents but there may be times when you can also sue the trucking company for vicarious liability. Unlike suing… Read More »
Three Benefits of Working with a San Antonio Truck Accident Attorney
Accidents involving tractor-trailers are usually very serious. They cause catastrophic injuries, and can change the lives of victims forever. Afterwards, you may face significant pain, financial hardship, and lifestyle changes. You may be able to file a claim against the liable parties to claim compensation for your losses. Unfortunately, recovering the full damages you… Read More »
What Factors Make 18-Wheeler Accident Claims More Complex?
It is natural to think that when an accident involves an 18-wheeler, the aftermath is similar to that of a car crash. Unfortunately, this is not true. 18-wheeler accidents typically involve a vehicle weighing approximately 80,000 pounds crashing into a vehicle that weighs a fraction of that, typically around 4,000 pounds. Due to this,… Read More »
Important Things to Know About San Antonio Truck Accident Settlement Agreements
A truck accident will leave you with injuries that are serious, debilitating, and life-changing. If another person’s negligence caused the crash, you may have the right to claim compensation for your injuries. Most truck accident injury claims do not end up in the courtroom. Instead, they are settled out of court, usually between the… Read More »
How to Avoid Common Mistakes After a Truck Accident
Truck accidents are far different from other collisions on the road. These accidents usually cause devastating injuries and passenger vehicles are usually a totaled (or a total loss) afterward. In addition, the victims usually suffer severe emotional trauma and life-changing injuries. If you have been in a truck accident, you may be able to… Read More »
Common Causes of Tractor-Trailer Jackknife Accidents
A jackknife accident occurs when the cab and trailer of a transport truck spin in the opposite direction so the cab faces the back of the trailer. These accidents are named after the opening of a jackknife because the cab and trailer form the same unique shape. Although technology such as trailer hitches and… Read More »
Possible Problems with Self-Driving Trucks
State law in Texas allows fully autonomous commercial vehicles, such as tractor-trailers, on the road. Unlike in other states, the law does not require a human operator to be present in the truck and for anyone in the vicinity of the vehicle, this can pose significant danger. Not only do self-driving trucks pose many… Read More »
Can Truck Drivers Sue a Trucking Company After an Accident?
When many people think of truck accidents, they often think of crashes in which occupants of smaller vehicles suffer catastrophic injuries. However, truck drivers are also at risk during these crashes and they can also suffer injuries that prevent them from working at a time when they are incurring high medical bills. Truck drivers… Read More »
How Poor Truck Maintenance Records Can Help Your Claim
There are many different causes of truck accidents but some of the most common are attributed to mechanical failures due to improper truck maintenance. Federal and state regulations require trucking companies to regularly inspect their vehicles, perform maintenance when necessary, and keep detailed records outlining the inspections and maintenance performed. Below, our San Antonio… Read More »
Who is Liable for the Most Common Causes of Truck Accidents?
Of all the different motor vehicle crashes on the road, truck accidents are the most devastating. A collision involving a tractor-trailer will result in severe injuries, fatalities, and extensive property damage. Truck accidents differ from car crashes because there are multiple factors involved including truck driver error, cargo issues, vehicle malfunctions, and regulatory violations…. Read More »
