About 400,000 accidents between large trucks and passenger vehicles occur in the U.S. each year. Hopefully, you’re never involved in one, but should you be, you need a specialist.
No car wreck is a good one, but if you are involved in an accident with a large truck, you need an 18 Wheeler accident attorney Houston – one who can offer the special kind of care you need.
Why not my Regular Insurance Agent?
Most auto insurance agents suggest an 18 Wheeler accident attorney in Houston before you ask about one. They know when a commercial truck accident occurs there are many factors involved in making insurance matters in such a case far more complex.
What are Some Common Accidents Involving 18 Wheelers?
Lost Load Accidents — Sometimes a truck’s cargo has not been properly secured. When that cargo load falls off the result can be catastrophic, involving multiple vehicles.
Depending on which state the accident occurs in, victims may have varying “right of action” for damages under that state’s laws.
Roll Over Accidents — This is one of the most common types of truck accident and often produces an even greater risk than other types of accidents.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly 20 percent of all fatal traffic accidents in the U.S. are due to 18 Wheeler rollovers.
T-Bone Accidents — Side impact collision or ‘T-Bones’ generally have a significant impact force that causes severe injury and too often loss of life. These account for 25 percent of all truck accident fatalities.
A side impact is often more damaging than a head-on collision. This is due to built-in crumple zones and other factors that offer more protection to a vehicle’s occupants if stuck head-on.
Underride Accidents – This is when a passenger vehicle collides with the rear of a commercial truck and 20 percent of these result in fatality. These occur most often when a vehicle is following too closely are there is brake failure.
Head-On Accidents – Almost two-thirds of all truck accident fatalities are due to a collision that involves the front of the truck impacting another vehicle.
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If you have been injured or suffered loss in a truck accident due to driver negligence or intentional misconduct of a trucking company, Texas law may allow you a right of action for damages.
Attorneys who specialize in these types of accidents can successfully navigate the diverse range of truck accident scenarios and the complexities of litigation that accompany them.
Call now or text us a message for more information. We want to advocate on your behalf.
