Texas Semi-Truck Accidents
No online tool (such as a Texas truck accident settlement calculator) is going to give you the same information that an experienced truck accident lawyer will provide. However, by learning about how truck accident settlements are calculated and what factors go into determining your compensation for your injuries, you will have a better idea of […]
Some claims resolve within months through negotiation, while complex cases involving catastrophic injuries or disputed liability may take a year or longer. Immediate Steps After a Truck Accident Your actions in the hours and days following a crash can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation. Medical attention should be your first priority, even if […]
Following the initial injuries caused by the accident, immediately inform your insurer about what happened, follow through on all recommended treatment, document all expenses including hospital bills, prescriptions, lost wages due to missing time at work, etc., and tell them how the accident occurred. Tell the truth about what happened but avoid making any guesses […]
Truck crash injury settlements can be very different depending upon your individual circumstances. A few truck crash injury settlements may settle for as little as a few thousand, but others may settle for hundreds of thousands. The dollar figure you receive ultimately depends on the extent of your physical injuries, how the collision occurred, the […]
Over 36 hours of freezing rain and sleet turned a huge portion of the I-35W into an ice skating rink. It led to one of the largest and deadliest pile-ups in America. By the time the mayhem ended, the pile-up stretched on for nearly half a mile. How could so many drivers be blind to […]
You may have wondered – “Why do these trucks have so many huge tires?” Truck tires have to fulfill a lot of duties like supporting such massive weight, preventing skidding, providing cushioning, and smooth maneuvering of the vehicle. Tire design, weight, and placement are instrumental in keeping these massive vehicles running smoothly. Trucks are usually […]
The proposed bills, House Bill 19 and Senate Bill 207, have many bad provisions, but two of the more egregious seek to prevent trucking companies from being held directly liable for their own negligent and reckless behavior absent a finding of gross negligence (a very high standard under Texas law) and limiting investigation and discovery […]
