Commercial truck accidents in Texas present unique challenges for injury victims due to the complex nature of these collisions and the severe injuries they often cause. These accidents encompass various scenarios, from jackknife incidents where the trailer swings out dangerously, to underride collisions where smaller vehicles become trapped beneath trailers, and rollover accidents often caused by improper loading or sudden maneuvers. Each type carries distinct risks and implications for personal injury claims, particularly when dealing with multiple potentially liable parties including trucking companies, maintenance contractors, and cargo loading firms. Understanding the specific type of truck accident is crucial for establishing liability and pursuing appropriate compensation, as different accident types often indicate different forms of negligence or regulatory violations.

There are many kinds of truck accidents including:

• 18-Wheeler Truck Accident
• Flatbed Truck Accident
• Drunk Truck Driver Accident
• Head-on Collision Truck Accident
• Jackknife Truck Accident
• Poor Maintenance and Defective Equipment
• Rear-End Truck Collisions
• Truck Accidents Caused by Alcohol & Drug Abuse
• Truck Crashes Caused by Car Drivers
• Truck Driver Fatigue Accident
• Truck Tire Blowout Accident
• Wide Turn Truck Accident
• No-Zone Truck Accidents
• Truck Defect & Malfunction
• Truck Driver Error and Negligence

Legal Rights and Considerations

Texas operates under a modified comparative fault system, where victims can recover damages if they are found to be less than 51% responsible for the accident. The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim is two years from the date of the accident. Commercial trucks are required to carry substantially higher insurance coverage than passenger vehicles, with minimum liability coverage often starting at $750,000 for interstate carriers. Victims may be entitled to various forms of compensation, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. In cases involving commercial carriers, federal regulations from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) may also apply, potentially affecting liability determination and available compensation. An experienced Central Texas truck accident lawyer(link is external) will handle all aspects of the legal claim.

Related Resources

Courts

• Texas District Courts (for claims exceeding $250,000)
• Texas County Courts at Law
• U.S. District Courts (for cases involving interstate commerce)

Support Services

• Texas Department of Transportation Crash Reports Division
• Brain Injury Association of Texas
• Texas Spinal Cord Injury Association
• Texas Crime Victims' Compensation Program

Legal References

• Texas Transportation Code Chapter 545 (Operation and Movement of Vehicles)
• Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 16 (Limitations)
• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (49 CFR Parts 350-399)
• Texas Department of Public Safety Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Service

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