Irving, Texas Truck Accident Lawyer

Dedicated Attorney Assisting With Your Irving, TX Truck Accident Claim

Texas is one of the busiest states for the trucking industry. Our country relies heavily on tractor-trailers to transport products and materials. Due to their immense size, semis can cause catastrophic injuries and significant property damage in crashes. You may be eligible for compensation if you have been injured in a truck accident, but these claims are usually complex. Your best chance of achieving a favorable outcome is to work with a skilled attorney.

As a board-certified personal injury lawyer, Attorney Jerry Andrews is recognized and respected for his competent and effective legal representation. Our firm will always protect your interests and work diligently to help you secure the highest available compensation. With over 30 years of experience, we know how to navigate even the most complex claims successfully. Best of all, we do not charge upfront fees, and we handle cases on a contingency fee basis. If we do not win compensation for you, we will not charge you anything. Se Habla Español.

The Dangers of Large Truck Crashes in Irving, Texas

An average passenger car weighs around 4,000 pounds. A fully loaded tractor-trailer can legally weigh up to 80,000 pounds, although some carriers exceed this limit. If a semi-truck hits even the largest passenger automobile, the car's occupants are likely to be seriously or fatally injured.

These collisions can happen for many reasons:

• Distracted Driving: When traveling at the same speed as other vehicles, trucks need significantly more time and distance to stop. Truck drivers can be distracted just like other motorists, and adding additional delays to the truck's stopping time can be deadly.
• Failure to Follow Traffic Laws: Like any driver, a trucker must follow traffic laws and the rules of the road. Speeding, following too closely, failing to yield the right of way, and similar driving errors often lead to accidents.
• Driver Fatigue: Truckers will often drive through the night to reach their destination in time for unloading early in the morning. Trucking companies may impose unreasonably tight schedules that require drivers to violate the FMCSA's hours-of-service regulations. Fatigue causes impairments similar to drinking, and it often leads to accidents.
• Cargo Issues: If a truck's load is not properly balanced or secured, the cargo can shift during transit. A driver may lose control of the truck, resulting in a rollover accident. In other cases, cargo can fall or be thrown from the trailer, potentially hitting nearby vehicles or becoming a roadway obstacle.
• Defective Parts and Maintenance Issues: Companies or individuals responsible for maintaining trucks may fail to do a thorough job. They could overlook mechanical issues or worn parts, or they might not repair known problems. Tire blowouts and faulty brakes can result from normal wear and tear, or they may be caused by defective products.
• Negligent Hiring: Trucking companies should thoroughly vet their drivers, including conducting comprehensive background checks and reviewing their driving records. They should also monitor drivers after they are hired. Failing to do so can put unsafe and untrained drivers behind the wheel of a potentially deadly weapon.

As you can see, truck drivers are not the only potentially at-fault parties when a truck causes an accident. Your attorney will thoroughly investigate your collision to determine fault and establish liability.

Understanding Damages in an Irving Truck Accident

In cases like these, damages are the money you could receive tied to specific losses. Common damages include current and future medical bills and lost wages, property damage, any additional financial losses, and pain and suffering. We use case-specific details to determine the value of your case. Then, we will negotiate with the insurer, working to secure the full amount you are entitled to. If the company refuses to offer a reasonable settlement, we can file a lawsuit on your behalf.

Call Our Irving Truck Accident Attorney

When the stakes are high, you need the right lawyer to advocate for your interests. Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. will do everything in our power to achieve a favorable outcome for you. Call 214-221-5800 now or contact us online to arrange a convenient time for your complimentary case review.