When you've suffered severe injury as a result of a truck accident, you need a Houston trucking accident attorney at the Wyly Law Firm, P.C. at your side. We will work to get you the best recovery possible by identifying all of the potentially responsible parties. This may include the truck driver, trucking companies, truck driver agencies, truck manufacturers, contractors, employers, and insurance companies. We pride ourselves on being our clients' advocate. Our founder, Houston accident lawyer Brad T. Wyly, will work directly with you. You will not be handed off to an associate attorney or paralegal. Our Houston accident attorney serves trucking accident victims in Harris County, Houston, Baytown, Pasadena, Galveston, Beaumont and throughout southern Texas.
Call us at 713-574-7034 or contact us online for a free consultation with a Houston trucking accident lawyer. All inquiries will be addressed within 24 hours.
About Houston Truck Accidents
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 455 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes in Texas in 2007, resulting in 493 fatalities. When a large truck collides with a passenger vehicle, the smaller vehicle usually suffers severe damage because of the sheer size and weight of the commercial truck. Consider that the typical fully loaded large commercial truck can weigh 80,000 pounds or more, while the average passenger car weighs only 3,000 pounds.
In addition to the increased likelihood of serious injury and fatality, the unique danger posed by trucking accidents can be made worse depending on the nature of the truck itself and of the freight that it is carrying. At the Wyly Law Firm, P.C., our Houston trucking accident lawyer handles all types of truck accident claims, which can refer to a variety of large vehicles such as 18-wheelers, big rigs, semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, commercial trucks and tankers.
Although some accidents cannot be avoided, most happen because of drivers' negligence or carelessness. A 2007 federal study found that factors leading to truck crashes include:
- Driver fatigue;
- Speeding, tailgating, and other instances of careless driving;
- Poorly maintained equipment, especially brakes or tires;
- Prescription and over-the-counter drug use;
- Unfamiliarity with local roads; and
- Improper trailer loading.
Recognizing the dangers posed by large trucks, the federal government has strict regulations governing the trucking industry, addressing issues like driver's licensing, hours of service that a driver may operate a vehicle, and drug or alcohol testing. Successful tractor trailer accident claims often involve significant research and paperwork to establish whether the driver violated any regulations. Failure to promptly investigate may cost important evidence. Thus, to help protect your rights, you should immediately contact a Houston truck accident attorney if you have been involved in a tractor-trailer accident.
If you have been involved in a tractor trailer collision or lost a loved one in a crash with a semi-truck, you likely face significant medical bills and other unforeseen costs -- but getting money from insurance companies and the trucking companies they represent is often difficult. Let our Houston trucking accident attorney handle your case, negotiate with the insurance companies, and take your case to trial if necessary. Our firm aggressively seeks maximum compensation for our client's injuries. If the insurance company will not make a fair settlement offer, we will be ready and fully prepared to take them to court.
If you have been injured in a tractor trailer accident in the greater Houston area, we encourage you to contact the Wyly Law Firm, P.C. We are pleased to offer a free consultation, and we will respond to your inquiry within 24 hours. Call us at 713-574-7034 or contact us online to discuss your case.
For more information about Tractor Trailer Accidents:
- Frequently Asked Questions about Truck Accidents
- How to Request a Houston Accident Report
- Texas Truck Carriers
- Texas Commercial Driver’s License Handbook
For more information about Truck Accidents:
- Frequently Asked Questions about Truck Accidents
- How to Request a Houston Accident Report
- Texas Truck Carriers
- Texas Commercial Drivers License Handbook
