Houston Truck Accident Attorney

Truck Accident Attorney in Houston

A truck accident can be physically and emotionally devastating for all the parties involved, particularly when a small passenger vehicle collides with a large commercial truck.

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Texas Accident Law Firm Experienced in Commercial Truck Accidents

Because of the enormous weight and size of commercial trucks, the injuries sustained in accidents are often serious and disabling, requiring expensive and long-term medical treatment. Truck accidents are also complicated because of industry regulations and the number of parties involved: motorists, truck drivers, owners, brokers, and insurance companies.

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Annually, more than 10,000 people are killed in accidents involving large commercial trucks.

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Causes

Causes of Truck Accidents

Nearly 40 percent of all truck accidents involve driver fatigue and sleep deprivation due to unrealistic expectations and timelines set by transportation companies. Other causes of truck accidents include:

Lack of proper driver training

Alcohol and substance abuse

Abrupt lane changes by passenger vehicles

Distracted driving

Incentive compensation encouraging speeding and long operating hours

Exceeding the weight/road limit

Operating on smooth or re-treated tires

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Regulations

Industry oversight

Each state, including Texas, has specific regulations and oversees compliance with both trucking companies and truck drivers. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) oversees and maintains company safety records, hazardous material warnings, and driver qualification requirements for all large commercial vehicles that require a special license to operate.

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If you were seriously injured in an accident with a truck in Houston, contact personal injury attorney Jeff Todd for competent and effective representation. Our firm will aggressively pursue maximum compensation for your accident-related damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and diminishment of earning capacity. Contact us online or call (832) 243-4953 to schedule your free case evaluation today.

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