Texas Truck Accident Attorneys
Among the most traumatic automobile collisions on the road are often attributed to trucks. A regular truck is several times heavier than a standard passenger vehicle. Because of this, when a truck accident occurs, there are higher chances of victims suffering severe, catastrophic, or fatal injuries.
In such instances, truck accident victims are entitled to various forms of compensation if the circumstances surrounding their case allow it. An experienced truck accident attorney can help you receive proper compensation for your damages and other losses.
At Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers, our Texas truck crash attorneys can help you gather evidence to establish the liable parties and hold them accountable. Sometimes, it’s not just the truck driver. Here is everything you need to know about truck accidents in Texas and how our Texas 18-wheeler accident attorneys can help you out!
Dedicated Truck Accident Legal Representation
At Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers, we provide legal representation to accident victims and their families who have lost a loved one or were injured in a truck accident. Our dedicated legal team is well-versed in investigating accidents involving all types of commercial trucks, including 18-wheelers, box trucks, tractor-trailers, dump trucks, delivery vans, and more.
As one of the leading personal injury law firms in Texas, there is no case that we shy away from. Since we work on a contingency fee basis, you won’t have to pay any fees unless we win.
Our client-focused approach has allowed us to receive numerous honorary achievements throughout our years of practice, such as being included in prestigious organizations or nominations, like the American Association for Justice, The Association for Trial Lawyers, The Supreme Court of Texas, or the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers, among others.
Steps to Take After a Truck Accident
If you have been involved in an accident with a heavy truck, it is essential to proceed cautiously from the beginning. Under Texas Transportation Code section 550.026, you must immediately report the accident to the closest authorities if anyone was injured, the accident resulted in death, or if a vehicle was damaged to the extent that it cannot be driven safely from the scene.
You should request an ambulance at the accident scene if anyone is hurt. If you are the one injured, accept medical attention even if you feel fine. If you refuse but later decide to pursue a claim or medical attention, your first refusal can be used against you as a reason that your injuries were not serious.
Apart from this, it will be harder to establish a causal link between your accident and the injuries sustained. When you accept medical attention right away, the causal link is established through the medical records, which you can use when pursuing a personal injury claim.
Before leaving the accident scene, it is important to take photos or videos of the accident and highlight road conditions, your injuries, and the damage to all vehicles from different perspectives.
Write down the contact and insurance information from the truck driver and the name of the company they work for, as well as the contact information of possible eyewitnesses. You should inform your insurance company about the accident and consult with a truck accident lawyer right away to prepare your case.
While you receive medical attention, document all the treatments you have received at every expense and keep a journal about your symptoms and state of mind. This will help you later pursue compensation for medical expenses, pain, and suffering.
Initiating a Personal Injury Claim Against the Truck Driver or Company
The state of Texas has a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims. This legal time frame begins from the moment the accident occurs. If a loved one perished due to a truck accident, then the statute of limitations begins from the date of death.
It is important to pursue a claim as soon as possible, for if there are eyewitnesses, they can recall the events of the incident with greater accuracy. Yet, pursuing a claim while you are recovering can be difficult.
This is where our truck collision lawyers in Texas can help. Our lawyers will remove much of the burdens of bureaucracy that you would otherwise have to engage in. They will gather evidence, speak with witnesses and prepare them for testimony, procure police and medical reports, and establish the liable parties.
Truck accidents aren’t always as straightforward as they may seem. Even though you might strongly believe that the truck driver is at fault for the accident, it might be the truck company as well.
Truck companies must adhere to strict laws and regulations to operate safely in the transportation industry. These rules also come into play in their hiring and training processes, as well as aspects of truck fleet maintenance.
Our lawyers can determine if the truck company has some liability in your truck accident claim. They will investigate both the driver and the company’s hiring, training, and maintenance aspects, as well as the accident scene, to determine if there is something more than meets the eye.
Sometimes, a manufacturer or service provider may also share liability for procuring defective or malfunctioning truck components that may have contributed to the accident. Although these complexities might seem like a hassle, you don’t have to do a thing as our lawyers will take care of every aspect of your case and keep you informed.
We will work alongside other experts, such as medical professionals or accident reconstruction experts, to determine the events that led up to the accident or highlight the damages you have suffered. If negotiations with the insurance companies ensue, our lawyers will vigorously defend your rights and seek fair compensation for the harm you have incurred.
Working With a Truck Accident Attorney
Sometimes, negotiations with insurance companies do not yield a fair settlement. In this instance, our aggressive trial lawyers will prepare your case for court proceedings. Here, we will further strengthen your case and use the necessary legal strategies to highlight the other party’s negligence and how the event affected your life.
If you want to find out whether you have a strong claim, contact Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers today for a free consultation. Our lawyers will immediately inform you of your legal options and what can be done. It’s time to take back control of your life and pursue justice.
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