Texas Truck Accident Lawyer
Commercial trucks move goods across Texas on major interstates and freight corridors every day. Because of their size and weight, crashes involving 18-wheelers and other large trucks can cause severe injuries. These cases often involve federal safety regulations, multiple potentially responsible parties, and time-sensitive evidence. OAP Legal Group helps injured Texans and their families pursue the compensation available under the law.
Common Causes
- Driver fatigue and hours-of-service violations
- Improperly loaded or overweight cargo
- Inadequate maintenance or equipment failure
- Speeding and following too closely
- Distracted or impaired driving
- Insufficient driver training or supervision
Common Injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Multiple fractures
- Internal organ damage
- Severe burns
- Catastrophic and life-altering injuries
Who May Be Responsible
- The truck driver
- The trucking or motor carrier company
- A cargo loading company
- A maintenance provider
- A parts or equipment manufacturer
Evidence That Can Help
- The truck's electronic logging device and telematics data
- Driver hours-of-service and qualification records
- Maintenance and inspection logs
- Cargo and weight documentation
- The crash report and any citations
- Video from the truck, other vehicles, or nearby cameras
Compensation That May Be Available
- Current and future medical care
- Lost income and diminished earning capacity
- Long-term care and rehabilitation costs
- Physical pain and mental anguish
- Physical impairment and disfigurement
Common Insurance Challenges
- Large insurers and defense teams that respond quickly to serious crashes
- Efforts to shift blame among multiple companies
- Disputes over the cause of the crash
- Pressure to settle before the full extent of harm is known
The information provided on this page is general and is not legal advice. Laws and deadlines can vary and change, and you should seek legal advice about your specific matter.
What to Do After Your Injury
- Get medical care and follow your treatment plan
- Preserve the crash report and any citations
- Avoid giving recorded statements before speaking with a lawyer
- Act quickly so time-sensitive trucking records can be requested
- Keep documentation of all expenses and losses
How OAP Legal Group Helps
- Move promptly to preserve electronic and paper records
- Investigate whether federal and state safety rules were followed
- Identify every party that may share responsibility
- Build the claim thoroughly and prepare for litigation if necessary
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Texas Truck Accident Lawyer: Frequently Asked Questions
General answers to common questions about this type of claim. This is not legal advice.
The information provided on this page is general and is not legal advice. Laws and deadlines can vary and change, and you should seek legal advice about your specific matter.
You Do Not Have to Face This Alone
Tell OAP Legal Group what happened and learn more about your legal options. Your consultation is free, and you pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you.