Month: October 2024

What Is The Most Common Injury In A Truck Accident?

Posted October 11, 2024 | Personal Injury Blog

Trucks are the heaviest vehicles on our roads and have the potential to cause severe accidents and fatal injuries. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that in 2022, over 120,000 large trucks were involved in crashes that caused injuries – an 18 percent increase in just 6 years. One study found that injuries to the lower extremities were… read more

What Is The Most Accident Prone Truck?

Posted October 7, 2024 | Personal Injury Blog

Truck accidents happen frequently on US roads. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), large trucks are the most accident-prone. In 2022, they were involved in 71 percent of fatal truck accidents, compared with medium trucks, which were involved in 29 percent. Large trucks include semi-trucks (tractor-trailers), 18-wheelers, dump trucks, and large delivery… read more

Can You Sue A Trucking Company In Texas?

Posted October 2, 2024 | Personal Injury Blog

Yes, you can sue a trucking company in Texas if their negligence contributed to an accident that caused you harm. Texas law allows victims to hold trucking companies liable for damages resulting from unsafe practices, such as inadequate vehicle maintenance or improper driver training. To succeed, you must demonstrate that the company’s actions or failures… read more