Corpus Christi Truck Accident Lawyers

Although there are many strict federal regulations in place to ensure that commercial truck drivers follow certain procedures and guidelines when they are on the road, there are various avoidable circumstances that can lead to serious trucking accidents in Texas. Truck and 18-wheeler drivers often work long hours and, although they are required to take a certain number of breaks while working, are often under intense pressure from their employers to get the job done on time. Unfortunately, this and other factors can cause commercial truck drivers to take shortcuts or drive at faster speeds, which can result in devastating trucking accidents.

The main causes of trucking accidents in Texas are:

• Driver fatigue
• Inadequate training
• Poor truck maintenance or bad equipment
• Driving at excessive speeds
• Unsecured load
• Unsafe road conditions

One of the biggest challenges in pursuing a truck accident case is knowing who to hold responsible. Like any other injury case, a trucking accident claim requires proving negligence, the idea that the trucker acted irresponsibly, caused an accident, and that’s why you got hurt. However, with trucks, there is an unusual number of people who might be held accountable.

For example, while the driver often bears some level of responsibility, any trucking company for whom they work (even as an independent contractor) may also responsible for their actions. Essentially, if the company’s name is on the truck itself, or on the operations placard inside the truck, they may be held accountable.

Consider all the different causes discussed above, as well. If shifting cargo caused the truck to go off-balance, the shipping or loading company could be at fault. If the brakes failed, it could be the fault of the manufacturer of the brakes (if they were faulty) or the maintenance crew who failed to double check them or both. There are many people who might hold partial accountability for the accident you suffered, and none of them are eager to pay out.

When all you want is to have your injuries covered, this can feel like a betrayal. You’re already dealing with enough stress and financial strain and it feels like they hold all the cards. It doesn’t have to be that way.

By calling a trucking accident attorney at our Corpus Christi law firm, you can get someone in your corner who can take on the stress of fighting for your rights, who can defend your right to compensation, and who can work to prove negligence and hold the responsible parties accountable. At Bandas Law Firm, we know how to fight back against the insurance companies, stop the blame game, and get you the best shot at compensation.