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Truck Accidents

An accident involving an 18-wheeler can forever change your life. Catastrophic injuries can leave you facing long-term medical treatment while unable to work. The physical, emotional, and financial toll can be overwhelming. If you were injured in a truck accident caused by a negligent driver, trucking company, or another party in Dallas, you shouldn’t have to face these burdens alone. The Dallas truck accident attorneys at The Wilhite Law Firm can help.

One of the Best Truck Accident Lawyers in Dallas

With decades of experience and a commitment to outstanding service, our attorneys are ready to step in immediately and help you demand the full and fair compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free case review. You don’t pay for our services unless we recover payment for you.

How Do You Know If You Have a Truck Accident Claim?

Determining liability and seeking compensation after an accident involving two passenger vehicles can be challenging. Pursuing compensation after a truck accident claim can be exponentially more complicated. To determine whether you have a valid personal injury claim, you will need to secure evidence showing that another party was negligent and that negligence led to your crash. The other party could be a truck driver, trucking company, cargo loading company, third-party maintenance entity, truck parts manufacturer, or many others.

You will also have to show that you were injured and suffered other losses as a direct result of the crash. This includes both economic and non-economic losses.

If these elements exist in your case, you could be eligible to seek compensation from the at-fault party or parties. Our Dallas truck accident attorneys can review your case for free and explain your legal options.

Why Are Truck Accidents More Complex Than Other Types of Crashes?

Truck accident cases in Dallas are often more complex because of the unique nature of commercial motor vehicles and the trucking industry. Some of the reasons these cases are so complicated include:

  • More serious injuries and losses – Because a fully loaded 18-wheeler can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, the injuries it can cause in a collision are often catastrophic. Victims often need expensive medical treatment and suffer other losses that have a ripple effect across their entire lives.
  • Trucks are complex vehicles – Trucks are also highly sophisticated vehicles with systems that require specialized skills to inspect and maintain. Truck accident victims need knowledgeable injury attorneys who understand how commercial motor vehicles operate and how to investigate these cases.
  • Unique rules and regulations – Truck drivers must also adhere to state and federal regulations regarding the number of hours they can work and when they need to take breaks for rest. As part of a truck accident claim, attorneys must investigate how the crash happened and whether these rules and regulations were broken.
  • Multiple insurance policies might be in play – More layers of insurance may be available to compensate victims of semi-truck accidents. In a typical car accident, the other party’s insurance policy would likely be the only source of compensation available. When a truck accident occurs involving multiple liable parties, there could be multiple sources of compensation (multiple insurance companies) to pursue.

Truck Accident FAQs

Truck Accident

What should I do if an insurance adjuster or trucking company representative contacts me?

Remain calm and identify the person you are speaking with. Don’t allow them to record you and don’t provide a statement. Do not furnish the adjuster with any details about the accident or your injuries.

If they offer you a quick settlement, don’t take it. It may be tempting, but you should consult with an attorney first. An attorney will negotiate for a full and fair settlement that considers all your current and future losses relating to the accident.

Our attorneys at The Wilhite Law Firm have a long track record of taking on trucking companies and big insurers. We know the tactics they will use to try to deny or diminish your injury claim. We will work to build the strongest possible case on your behalf.

What if I am partly at fault for my truck crash?

Texas is a “modified comparative negligence” state. In Texas, you can still claim damages for a truck accident if you, the plaintiff, are not 51 percent or more at fault than the other party or parties. So, for instance, if you were found to be 30 percent at fault, and the truck driver was 70 percent at fault, then you would still be able to recover damages. However, you would receive only 70 percent of the damages you could have received if you were not to blame at all for the crash.

Should I accept a truck accident settlement?

You should never accept a truck accident settlement without first consulting with a Dallas truck accident attorney. Insurance companies will often offer a quick settlement that may seem generous, but it is likely far less than you deserve and need. If you accept a settlement right off the bat, you could end up paying for some expenses out of pocket down the line. Always speak with an attorney before accepting a settlement.

How much do truck accident lawyers charge?

Our truck accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. In other words, The Wilhite Law Firm will not charge you anything unless we win your case.