The number of truck accidents in Dallas has increased over the last several years. Crashes involving trucks often cause serious injuries or fatalities because of negligent truck drivers.
If you or a loved one experienced an injury or fatality because of an at-fault truck driver, you do not have to fight for compensation alone. At Ward + White, our Dallas truck accident lawyers are ready to help you through the legal process so that you can seek compensation for your injuries or the death of a loved one.
Getting in touch with a reputable, honest, effective, and experienced truck accident attorney is crucial after you are involved in an accident with a commercial truck, 18-wheeler, or another large vehicle. With so many law firms advertising their services, how do you know the right one to choose to get the compensation you deserve?
Our attorneys at Ward + White take representing truck accident victims seriously, and we work to get the best outcome for the truck accident settlement. Our Dallas-based law firm puts clients first and provides personalized attention to every case. We know that all truck accidents are not the same, and we focus on the specific details of each case.
Let our experienced attorneys at Ward + White provide you with the professional and personalized “client-first” services you deserve when working with an attorney after your Dallas truck accident.
The Texas Department of Transportation indicates 106 fatal crashes, with 118 fatalities on Dallas County interstate in 2021. The statistics indicate that 82 of those fatalities occurred on the highways in the area.
There were 16 fatal crashes with trucks in Dallas that same year. Statistics from the Texas Department of Transportation reveal 40 fatalities associated with crashes in the Dallas area involving commercial vehicles. The agency indicates 105 suspected severe commercial vehicle accidents with 126 suspected serious injuries. Trucks were responsible for 43 of those serious injury truck accident cases.
Minor injury crashes accounted for 163 accidents with trucks in Dallas in 2021, which caused some common truck accident injuries.
The most common reasons for truck crashes because of negligent truck drivers in Dallas include:
Many trucking companies and truck drivers exhibit negligent behavior and actions that cause commercial motor vehicles to crash into passenger vehicles. A driver in a passenger vehicle and the passenger vehicle occupants are little matches for a tractor-trailer or semi-truck.
Ward + White understands the catastrophic injuries often caused by a truck accident, including when the driver commits negligence while driving on interstates and highways. The experienced truck accident lawyers are here for you when a large truck driver causes your accident.
Some negligent acts committed by truck drivers include:
A study found that 71% of large truck crashes occurred when the truck driver was doing something other than driving the truck. Even though it is illegal for commercial vehicle drivers, texting while driving is a leading factor, as is eating, dialing their phone, and adjusting the radio.
Accidents that occur with large trucks result in serious injuries and deaths. Do not assume that because you do not see severe injuries, you do not have them. There are many severe, even life-threatening, injuries you cannot see. You may not immediately feel the pain of devastating injuries because of the stress and shock at the accident scene. Always go to the hospital or your doctor as soon as possible after the accident.
Common injuries include:
The drivers of commercial trucks are not the only responsible parties in many accidents. Most people will likely think the driver is the only possible liable party. Our professional and experienced lawyers at Ward + White will aggressively represent you to hold responsible parties accountable for personal injury claims against you.
Liable parties in Texas truck accidents often include several parties, including:
The truck driver who commits acts of negligence or engages in actions or behaviors not permitted by the trucking industry is often liable in lawsuits.
The truck’s owner can be held liable in a truck accident lawsuit.
The trucking company that hired the driver, particularly if the driver has previous DUIs or other red flags on their driving record, is potentially liable for crashes.
The cargo company is sometimes held liable for accidents involving large commercial trucks.
The truck manufacturer is sometimes held liable in cases brought by personal injury lawyers on behalf of their clients. The freight manufacturer can also be held responsible in some cases.
Taking care of yourself first is of the utmost importance after you are involved in a truck accident. Go to the hospital from the scene if you have injuries or a headache. Ask an occupant or police officer to document the scene for you.
Call the police immediately. The law requires that all accidents be reported immediately. Do not make statements that may be used against you later. Do not apologize, and do not sign any insurance statement.
Are you able to stand and move? Gather evidence by taking pictures of the wreck from several angles. Include photos of skid marks, damage to your passenger car, and damage to the truck, and note any paint transfers.
Exchange information and photograph the truck driver’s commercial driver’s license. Write down the license plate number of the truck.
Take down witness contact information and get witness statements.
Contact our trusted attorneys at Ward + White, where we put clients first.
Refrain from speaking with the truck driver’s insurance company representative, an insurance adjuster, or anyone from the trucking company. Refer them to your Dallas truck accident attorney.
The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit is two years. People who cannot settle have to file accident claims two years after their accident involving a truck.
Two years is a short time. Reaching out to our experienced personal injury attorneys at Ward + White can help you reach a settlement or take your claim to court.
Getting the maximum full and fair compensation for your injuries is likely your primary goal in holding the truck driver, the trucking company, and other legally liable parties accountable.
A truck accident law firm with knowledge of personal injury law and experience helping clients get compensation is the choice that many people make when they contact Ward + White.
There are different types of damages that you may be able to recover after a commercial truck accident.
Economic damages are the actual financial losses that you incur after an accident. Some examples of economic damages include lost wages, medical bills, therapy bill costs, medications and treatments, and other expenses.
Non-economic damages are damages that do not have a specific cost. Examples of non-economic damages include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium, and loss of enjoyment of activities you participated in before the accident. Humiliation because of disfigurement is another example of non-economic damage.
Punitive damages seek to punish the party or parties who are responsible for your injuries from the Dallas truck crash. Negligent actions or behaviors being accountable for an accident is an example of when the court awards punitive damages.
We stand by our “client-first” commitment at Ward + White. If you have been injured in a truck crash in Dallas, reaching out to us is the start of seeking the compensation that you deserve for your injuries.
Our attorneys have experience negotiating a settlement and fighting for our clients in the courtroom if the at-fault parties refuse compensation. We investigate the facts, gather evidence and work on your case while you recover from your injuries.
We work for the best possible outcome in every case. Our Ward + White attorneys realize that every case is a unique case. We are here for you and your family.
Call us today and discover how we can help you with your truck crash case. At Ward + White, our Dallas truck accident lawyers can explain the legal process and discuss how to proceed so that you receive the best possible outcome.
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