Truck Accidents Information Center

Texas Trucking Accidents Lawyers

Passion for Justice, Loyalty to Our Clients

Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels & Friend is a Houston, Texas law firm that has been helping people who have been seriously injured in 18 wheeler trucking accidents for more than half a century. Our Texas truck accident attorneys have successfully handled numerous serious personal injury and wrongful death cases related to Texas semi-truck accidents. Our trucking attorneys are committed to achieving positive results through negotiation or trial. We have an on staff team of medical professionals to help us determine the severity of injuries and their likely long term consequences.

Our Texas truck accidents lawyers have successfully represented individuals and families throughout the Gulf Coast region including the Houston metropolitan area as well as Galveston, Beaumont, Texas City, Pasadena, Deer Park, Baytown, LaPorte, and Corpus Christi.

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If you have been involved in a trucking accident, please contact Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels & Friend. Our Texas truck accidents attorneys have a passion for justice and fierce loyalty to our clients.

Truck Accidents - An Overview

A traffic accident involving a large commercial truck, such as an 18-wheeler or semi truck, can have disastrous consequences. A typical fully loaded large commercial truck can weigh over 80,000 pounds, while an average passenger automobile weighs approximately 3,000 pounds. Because of the sheer size of trucks, any collision between a commercial truck and another vehicle is likely to result in serious, even fatal, injuries.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a commercial truck, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your injuries by bringing a legal claim against the responsible parties. An experienced attorney can help determine whether you have a claim.

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What to Do if You Are Injured in a Truck Accident

A motor vehicle accident is a serious matter, particularly when it involves a commercial truck. If you or a family member was involved in a truck accident, regardless of whether or not you were injured, you may be wondering what you should do next. An experienced truck accident attorney can advise you about what to do and the steps you need to take in order to preserve evidence and bring a claim.

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Overview of Federal Trucking Regulations

Those involved in the trucking industry must abide by numerous federal and state regulations. The federal regulations can be found in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (49 C.F.R. §§ 350-399). These regulations govern all vehicles engaged in interstate traffic. These regulations are extensive and can be confusing. An experienced lawyer can explain these regulations and how they may apply to your truck accident case.

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Lawsuit Chronology

If you or a member of your family has been injured in an accident involving a commercial truck, you may be unsure of what your legal options are. You may never have been involved in a lawsuit before, and you may not know what to expect. The following information provides an overview as to how a civil suit normally proceeds. An experienced lawyer will be able to answer any specific questions you might have about your truck accident case.

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Common Causes of Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks such as 18-wheelers, semi trucks, tractor trailers and other large freight carriers tower over the small passenger vehicles they must share the road with. Especially on major highways and at higher speeds, seemingly insignificant driving errors that may occur without consequence where small vehicles are concerned can result in catastrophe when a large truck is involved. If you have been involved in an accident with a commercial truck, determining the cause of the accident may be difficult. An experienced lawyer can gather evidence and work with experts to understand the cause of your accident and file claims against the responsible parties.

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