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Questions to Ask a Truck Accident Lawyer Before Hiring
Choosing the right attorney can significantly affect the outcome of your case. Here are key questions to ask during a consultation. “How much of your practice focuses on truck accident cases specifically?” Trucking litigation involves federal regulations and evidence types that general personal injury attorneys may not regularly encounter. “What’s your track record with cases…
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Truck Accident Laws in Texas
Texas is a large trucking hub, meaning truck accidents are common on its highways, and the state’s laws have some specific features worth understanding. Comparative negligence: Texas follows a “modified comparative negligence” rule — generally, you can recover damages as long as you’re not found more than 50% at fault, with your compensation reduced by…
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FMCSA Regulations Every Accident Victim Should Know
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets the rules that govern interstate commercial trucking, and violations of these rules often play a key role in accident claims. Hours-of-service rules limit how long drivers can operate without rest, aiming to reduce fatigue-related crashes. Vehicle maintenance standards require regular inspection and repair of brakes, tires, lights,…
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Common Injuries in Truck Accidents
Because of the size and weight difference between trucks and passenger vehicles, truck accident injuries tend to be more severe than typical car crash injuries. Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can result from the force of impact, even without direct head contact, and range from mild concussions to severe, life-altering damage. Spinal cord injuries may cause…
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Jackknife Accidents: Causes and Liability
A jackknife accident occurs when a truck’s trailer swings out to the side, forming a right angle with the cab — similar to a folding pocketknife. Common causes include sudden braking, especially on wet or icy roads, speeding, driver inexperience, and mechanical issues with the trailer’s brakes. Why they’re so dangerous: A jackknifing trailer can…
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How to File a Truck Accident Claim
How to File a Truck Accident Claim Filing a claim after a truck accident involves more steps than a typical car accident claim due to the number of parties involved. 1. Seek medical treatment first. Your health comes first, and medical records also form the foundation of your claim. 2. Gather documentation. Police reports, photos,…
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What to Do Immediately After a Truck Accident
Being involved in a collision with a commercial truck is disorienting, but the steps you take in the first hour can affect your health and any future legal claim. 1. Check for injuries and call 911. Even if injuries seem minor, get checked — some injuries (like whiplash or internal bleeding) don’t show symptoms right…