Man Dies in a Truck-Car Accident in Southeast Houston
Houston police informed that a man was killed in a car accident on Friday evening in Southeast Houston. Officers got a call around 5 p.m. about a car accident in the 6100 block of Griggs Rd. According to the Houston Police Department, a man driving a Toyota Yaris was turning left but turned in front…
Read MoreTwo People Die in a Truck Accident in Houston
The police reopened the main lanes of U.S. 290 Northwest Freeway at West Tidwell Road on Saturday morning after the road was closed after a fatal two-vehicle crash. Two people died in the accident in northwest Houston on Saturday morning when a truck crashed with a Toyota Corolla, the police said. The accident occurred on…
Read MoreConstruction Worker Killed in Fall at Frito-Lay Plant in Irving, Texas
Most of get up and go to work every day without thinking about what could happen. We can go all of our lives without ever getting hurt at work. And then one day, the unthinkable happens. We suffer an injury so debilitating, we’re lucky to survive. Some of us aren’t so lucky as a construction…
Read More32-Year Old Truck Driver Killed in El Paso When His Semi Crashed into Overpass
Usually, when we hear about a tractor trailer accident, it involves multiple vehicles. Either a truck jackknifes or smashes into a passenger car or SUV. Regardless of the cause, these accidents tend to be very serious. And, it’s usually the person in the car or SUV who gets hurt or killed. Not this time a…
Read MoreWhat to Do if Hit by a Commercial Truck
In the United States, there are some 3.5 million truck drivers and 15.5 million trucks —2.2 million of which are tractor-trailers—in operation on American highways, according to TruckInfo.net. And with more than 70 percent of U.S. freight tonnage transported by trucks, it’s no surprise that the death toll of truck-involved crashes is on the rise.…
Read MoreWho Can I Sue If I’m Injured in a Semi-Truck Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a semi-truck accident, there may be a number of parties that could be held responsible. Working with an attorney who is experienced in addressing all of the intricate details of a semi-truck accident claim can help you obtain the compensation you rightfully deserve. Potential Parties Responsible for Injuries in a Semi-Truck…
Read MoreWhat Are Common Causes of Semi-Truck Accidents?
Determining the common causes of semi-truck accidents can help you avoid a wreck on the road or learn how to respond in the event that a driver is exhibiting dangerous behavior. The questions about who is legally responsible for your injuries will emerge immediately after being involved in an accident which is just one reason…
Read MoreWhat Should You Do If Injured in a Big Rig Crash in Texas?
The Lone Star State leads the nation in fatal semi-truck accidents each year but pursuing litigation in Texas can be complicated and time consuming. If you are in a big rig crash in Texas, it is important that you seek experienced legal help to navigate the state’s complex laws. In 2015, there were 531 fatal accidents…
Read MoreWhat to Do If Hit by a Tractor Trailer?
Being involved in a serious accident raises a lot of questions and knowing how to protect yourself in the event that you’re involved in a tractor trailer accident is extremely important. If you’ve been hit by a tractor trailer, the driver, the company employing that driver, the truck manufacturer and even more individuals or entities…
Read MoreHow Companies Fight a Tractor Trailer Accident Lawsuit
Regular drivers assume that the same rules of the road apply to the big rigs we share our lanes with, but this is not true for semi-truck accidents. Motorists should know that there are different federal and state rules that apply to big rigs and transport companies have huge resources they will use to fight…
Read MoreWhat are the Penalties for Texting Truck Drivers?
Commercial truck drivers have a variety of different rules and regulations that affect their ability to maintain their license and hold down a job. Commercial truck drivers who text while driving, are not only putting themselves at risk of being critically injured in an accident, but they are also endangering everyone else on the road. The…
Read MoreHow to Determine Truck Accident Liability
Determining who is responsible in an accident with a semi-truck can get complicated quickly. In addition to the driver who may have been at fault, the trucking company and their insurance company all come into play and are all working to pay as little as possible. Learn about who is responsible, or liable, in a…
Read MoreWhy Are There So Many Texas Semi Truck Accidents?
Many people are concerned about the growing number of and the persistence of Texas semi truck accidents. Texas semi truck accidents leave behind a wake of devastation in the form of serious injuries or even fatalities. Far too many Texas semi truck accidents could have been prevented by appropriate driver care and proper hiring and…
Read MoreHow to Avoid a Serious Big Rig Accident
Despite your best efforts, you still may find yourself in the midst of a big rig accident. A big rig accident can have life-altering implications and it is well worth doing everything you can to avoid the serious consequences of being hurt in such an accident. Semi truck accidents often involve catastrophic injuries from which…
Read MoreWhat’s Involved in a Semi Truck Lawsuit?
A semi truck lawsuit is often the only option of recourse for those victims who have been seriously injured by a negligent semi truck driver. It is important for anyone thinking about filing a semi truck lawsuit to gather as much information as possible and to present it to an attorney as soon as you…
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