Hit by 80,000 pounds?
Serious weight causes serious injuries. For trucking companies, accidents are just a part of business. That's why the carrier's rapid-response team is at the scene before the road reopens. Their insurance company is eagerly trying to call you for a recorded statement. All while you're focusing to get the medical attention you need. Our team is here to collect evidence, handle insurance companies, and fight to secure the compensation you deserve.
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A truck case is a company case.
A truck accident typically involves one driver and one insurer. Each trucking company will likely have a safety department, a defense firm on retainer, and a policy large enough to fight over. The real work is in proving what led to the crash and did their negligence contribute to it.
Who they put in the cab
Driver qualification files, road tests, prior violations, drug-testing history. Carriers are required to vet. Many do not.
How long they drove
Electronic logs, fuel receipts, gate scans and phone records get compared. Falsified logs are a pattern, not an accident.
What shape the rig was in
Brake adjustment, tire condition, inspection reports. Roadside violation history often shows known problems.
The first 72 hours
What we do while the scene is still fresh. Nothing here costs you anything.
Preservation letter
Sent to the carrier and its insurer, naming every record we expect kept.
Investigator and engineer
We send a reconstruction engineer to the scene and to the impounded truck.
Witnesses locked in
Witnesses statements are recorded before memories fade or contact info changes.
Adjusters rerouted
All adjuster contact routed to us, so no one asks you for a statement again.
Who is Liable for the Truck Accident?
| Defendant | What we prove | Where the coverage sits |
|---|---|---|
| The driver | Fatigue, speed, distraction, lane discipline, log falsification | Carrier's primary policy |
| The trucking company | Hiring, training, supervision, dispatch pressure, unsafe scheduling | Primary plus excess layers |
| The broker | Selecting a carrier with a known safety record | Separate contingent policy |
| The shipping company | Improper loading, overweight or unsecured freight | Commercial general liability |
| Maintenance contractor | Brake, tire and inspection failures documented before the crash | Garage / service liability |
While every case is different with varying levels of complexity, liable parties, and evidence, taking the time to identify all parties who contributed to the accident ensures our clients are set up to receive maximum compensation for their injuries.
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The team behind your case
Truck cases are won in the first weeks: preserving electronic data, locking in witnesses, and naming every company that shares the blame. Our team handles truck and commercial vehicle injury cases across Texas, and every case gets direct attorney involvement from day one.
Straight answers to hard questions
What is the average truck accident settlement in Texas?
There is no true average, because no two truck cases are alike. Less severe injury cases may resolve in the tens of thousands of dollars, while cases involving catastrophic injuries or wrongful death often reach into the millions. What matters most is the strength of the liability evidence, the severity and permanence of the injuries, the available insurance coverage, and how quickly the evidence was preserved. During a free case review we can give you an honest read on what your case may be worth.
How long does the whole process take?
Many truck accident cases settle within 6 to 18 months. More complex cases, especially those that go to trial, can take two years or longer. The timeline depends on how long your medical treatment takes, how many companies share fault, and whether the insurance carriers negotiate fairly. We push every case forward aggressively while never rushing you to settle before the full extent of your injuries is known.