Victoria & Corpus Trucking Accident Law Firm

Texas roads are notoriously dangerous. Accidents involving commercial trucks unfortunately have very serious consequences. Very often, people are seriously injured when a car crash involves a big rig truck. Why? Many trucks on South Texas roads carry a load-weight in excess of 75,000 pounds, some from Mexico, and some from the ports on the coast. The weight of these trucks alone can result in devastation when involved in a crash. Additionally, the contents of many loads are dangerous, too: gasoline and other hazardous chemicals are commonly transported by trucks across the country. Wrecks with trucks carrying this cargo can be extremely lethal. Answers to common questions can be found at our Texas Trucking Accident Information page.

Why do South Texas Trucking Accidents Happen?

In order to meet demanding deadlines, many drivers passing through Corpus Christi or Victoria forego sleep and mandated rest stops. As a result, these drivers can suffer from fatigue and/or neglect to keep their trucks adequately serviced. Bad weather increases the risk of a slide, as does bad or inconsiderate driving by others on the road. For instance, it is unwise and unsafe for a small, compact car to slam on its brakes when a large semi-tractor trailer truck is within ten feet behind it.

When a crash occurs, it is very important to determine the reasons that it happened. If the truck driver is legally negligent, then the driver, the trucking company, the owner of the cargo, stores, and even governmental agencies may be responsible for injuries to persons and property resulting from the wreck.

What Can You Recover?

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident with an 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer truck, or other large truck, it is your responsibility to determine the nature and amount of your damages, as well as to identify all those that share responsibility for the accident. The responsible parties may collectively be required to compensate you for losses including wrongful death, disfigurement, emotional distress, pain and suffering, lost wages, and lost future earning capacity. Contact us at O'Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath today.