Truck and Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawyer Blog

Sleep Issues Common Among Commercial Truckers: Truck Driver Fatigue

Guest Post from Sleep Help Institute

How Big of a Problem is Drowsy Driving? In a 2007 study done by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, fatigue was a critical factor in 13% of all accidents involving large, commercial vehicles. Read more...

Interstate Highway 35: The Most Dangerous Highway in Texas

While it's a convenient way to travel north and south across Texas, Interstate 35 can easily turn into a driver's worst nightmare. In fact, it's considered by many to be one of the most dangerous highways in the country. So, what is it that makes I-35 so dangerous? In addition to the sheer volume of drivers on I-35 at any one time, there are several factors that make it dangerous, one of the largest being the existence of NAFTA.

The High Risk of Drowsy Driving Amongst Commercial Truck Drivers

Guest Post from Tuck Sleep Foundation

An 80,000-pound commercial vehicle traveling at 65 miles an hour can be an imposing sight... The nature of the trucking industry and a push to meet deadlines causes many truck drivers to get behind the wheel when they aren’t capable of making safe driving decisions. Read more...

Truck Accident Attorney Q and A - How should I deal with the trucking company's insurance adjuster?

Beware of dealing with the insurance adjuster. They know the potential value of your claim and will work to reduce it. Read more...

Causes of Trucking Accidents in Texas

Read about the major causes of semi-truck and commercial vehicle accidents in Texas here

What to Do if You Are Injured by a Semi-truck or 18 Wheeler

An 18-wheeler or semi-truck wreck is more complicated to litigate than other automobile accidents. Use this checklist to help create and preserve crucial evidence that can be used in your claim: Read more...

How to Find Your Accident Report

The accident report filed by the police or law enforcement is a vitally important document to your case. Here's why and how to find it. Read more...

How to Find Insurance and other Info on a Negligent Trucking Company

After a wreck with a negligent 18 wheeler, it can provide piece of mind to know that the trucking company is insured to a level that can compensate you for the damages you have suffered. Trucking companies are required to register their insurance coverage with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Read more...

Frequently Asked Questions after Semi-truck Accidents

People injured in accidents with 18 wheelers or other commercial vehicles frequently ask these questions. Read more...

5 Reasons to Hire a Truck Accident Attorney

Many victims of semi-truck accidents at first try to handle their own claim. Or they get convinced by the trucking company's insurance to let their own insurance handle negotiations. Here are five reasons to hire a truck accident attorney as soon as possible after your wreck. 5 Reasons to Hire a Truck Accident AttorneyRead more...

How to Choose a Truck Accident Attorney

Choosing a truck accident attorney can be difficult. Most people have no idea where to begin and what qualities to look for when choosing an attorney to prosecute a claim against a negligent trucking company or truck driver. Here are some guidelines that can help you choose the best lawyer for you and your family. Read more...