subject: Semi-truck Accident Attorney Services In Houston, Texas [print this page] Truck accidents result in serious injury or death. Those who are fortunate enough to survive a serious truck accident may sustain broken bones, head trauma, spinal cord injuries, or serious burns that can require long-term or life-long care.
The truth is the average passenger vehicle weighs 3,000 pounds, making it no match for a tractor trailer or 18-wheeler that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds or 40 tons. This makes truck accidents the most lethal of all road vehicle accidents in Texas and across the United States. The amount of weight and momentum an 18-wheeler truck possess means any crash will result in very serious injuries and very often death. While some truck accidents are just accidents, most occur due to neglect, which can make the driver, the truck company, or other parties liable for your injuries and medical treatment.
If you, or a loved one, have suffered serious injuries in a truck accident, it is in your best interest to contact an experienced Houston truck accident attorney from Kennedy Hodges & Solomon to learn about your legal options and how to receive fair compensation for your injuries.
Texas Truck Accident Statistic:
For 2008 the number of large trucks involved in fatal vehicle traffic accidents was 421. This was 9.1% of all fatal vehicle accidents in Texas that year. So almost 1 in 10 fatal vehicle accidents in Texas for 2008 was a fatal truck accident.
Determining Truck Accident Liability
One of our experienced Houston truck accident lawyers can investigate your case to determine if the trucking company, truck driver, truck manufacturer, or truck repair company is liable for your accident.
Your truck accident attorney will review:
Accident scene evidence,
Police reports,
Witness statements,
Truck driver log books,
Insurance policies,
State and Federal trucking regulations.
Your Texas truck accident attorney will also investigate if a defective or malfunctioning truck was the cause of your injuries in addition to driver fatigue, improper cargo loading, and other negligent acts that often cause serious or fatal truck accidents.
Claiming for Compensation After a Texas Truck Accident
The amount of compensation you may be entitled to receive after a truck accident will depend on several factors including the extent of your injuries. If one or more parties are liable for the truck accident, the size of the truck that caused the accident, as well as what materials they were hauling at the time and if they were in violation of State and Federal truck industry regulations, among other considerations.
The highly experienced Houston truck accident attorneys at Kennedy Hodges & Solomon will review the evidence and help you file a personal injury lawsuit to receive compensation for your medical bills, loss of income, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering. Our personal injury attorneys are committed to defending your best interests against the insurance companies to ensure you receive a fair settlement or positive court verdict.
Having a skilled Texas accident lawyer on your side can help you get you back on track after a serious truck accident. Contact us today and set up a FREE consultation to discuss your truck accident case.
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