San Antonio Truck Accident Lawyer

Causes Of Truck Accidents

There are many causes of truck accidents, and the exact cause is often difficult to determine. The following are some of the most common causes of truck accidents:

Distracted driving remains one of the leading factors in serious truck collisions across San Antonio and throughout South-Central Texas. Many truck drivers are distracted by phone calls, text messages, and other activities while operating vehicles that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. When a distracted driving accident involves an 18-wheeler or commercial truck, the consequences are almost always catastrophic for the occupants of smaller passenger vehicles.

Fatigue is another dangerous and far too common cause of truck crashes. Truck drivers are often under pressure to work long hours. Although federal regulations require truck drivers to take a certain amount of rest, some drivers and trucking companies ignore these rules. A fatigued truck driver who has been behind the wheel for too many consecutive hours has reaction times comparable to a drunk driver, making them a serious hazard on highways like I-10, I-35, I-37 and Loop 410.

Driver inexperience also plays a significant role. Operating an 18-wheeler or semi-truck requires specialized training and extensive practice. When trucking companies rush new drivers onto the road without adequate preparation, the results can be devastating. Improper lane changes, wide turns and failure to account for the truck’s blind spots all contribute to preventable collisions.

Poor truck maintenance is responsible for more accidents than many people realize. A truck maintenance safety failure such as worn brakes, defective steering components or a tire blowout can cause a driver to lose control in seconds. Trucking companies have a legal duty to inspect and maintain their fleets, and when they cut corners, innocent people get hurt.

Additionally, cargo securement failures and overloaded trucks create dangerous conditions that can lead to rollovers, jackknife accidents and debris spills on busy roadways. Weather conditions, poor road design and the reckless behavior of other motorists also contribute to the frequency and severity of truck accidents in the San Antonio region.

Truck drivers are required by law to take a minimum number of rest breaks while driving. However, not all drivers follow this rule and some of them may be fatigued when driving. Fatigued drivers are more likely to make serious errors that result in accidents. All drivers need to obey the rules of the road in order to prevent accidents and avoid injuries to others. Truck accidents can result in serious injuries or even death. If you have been injured in a truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact an experienced San Antonio truck crash lawyer to discuss your case.

Texas Truck Accidents Law

Truck accidents are responsible for a large number of fatalities each year, and they cause many injuries. Truck accidents are often caused by drivers of passenger vehicles who fail to respect trucks’ size and speed. This includes unsafe driving practices by drivers of passenger vehicles near large trucks, such as following too closely, driving distracted, or failing to yield. Another major cause of truck accidents is defective trucks, truck companies’ failure to ensure their drivers were adequately trained, and speeding on highways. Due to the size of trucks, the damage done when they crash is often devastating for other drivers and passengers on the road. When a truck accident occurs, it can cause permanent injury or even death to those who are involved.

Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule, meaning that you can still recover compensation as long as you are not more than 50 percent responsible for the accident. This is important in truck accident cases where the trucking company’s insurance adjusters will aggressively try to shift blame to the injured victim. Understanding how Texas law applies to your specific situation requires the guidance of an attorney who handles 18-wheeler accidents and knows how to investigate the complex web of liability that often involves the driver, the trucking company, the cargo loader and even the vehicle manufacturer.

While most car accidents are caused by the negligence of one or more parties involved, truck drivers are legally required to operate their vehicles in a safe manner at all times. When they do not, they can and should be held accountable for their actions. Victims of truck accidents and their families are often able to pursue legal action against negligent drivers in order to help them recover compensation for damages resulting from the accident. This includes compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and in the most tragic cases, wrongful death claims brought by surviving family members. If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident that was caused by the negligence of a truck driver, you may be entitled to compensation to help you cover the cost of medical expenses and other damages related to the accident.

Expertise in the Full Range of Motor Vehicle Accidents in San Antonio

The Law Office of Israel Garcia helps personal injury victims and their families, including those who have suffered a catastrophic injury or wrongful death, obtain justice in their cases by holding negligent drivers accountable for the harm they have caused. In accidents involving 18-wheelers or company vehicles, we are not afraid to take on the trucking companies or large employers, even when they are represented by teams of lawyers and put their extensive resources toward trying to avoid liability or underpay a claim. Our record of success over the years shows that we have the knowledge, skills, resources and dedication to hold negligent drivers and insurance companies liable for what they owe, even in the face of their determined opposition.

Our personal injury law practice encompasses every type of motor vehicle accident in San Antonio, including accidents with drunk drivers, aggressive drivers, hit-and-run drivers, uninsured drivers, and speeding drivers. We take on cases involving front-end crashes, rear-end collisions, T-bone and side-impact crashes, rollovers and more.

We also represent victims of tractor-trailer jackknife accidents, blind spot truck collisions, wide turn truck accidents and truck underride accidents, which are among the most deadly types of crashes on our roads. Whether you were driving a car, riding a motorcycle, walking as a pedestrian, or riding a bicycle, our firm is prepared to fight for your full and fair recovery.

Our office also handles accidents involving company vehicles, delivery vans, UPS and FedEx trucks, Amazon delivery trucks, Uber and Lyft rideshare vehicles, buses and taxis. No matter what type of vehicle was involved, our goal is always the same: to get you the compensation you need and deserve.

When it comes to injuries, we have extensive experience handling cases involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, back injuries, broken bones and fractures, and severe burns. These catastrophic injuries often require years of medical treatment and rehabilitation, and the financial burden on victims and their families can be overwhelming without proper legal representation.

Serving Truck Accident Victims Across South-Central Texas

San Antonio sits at the crossroads of some of the busiest freight corridors in the country. Interstates 10, 35, 37 and Loop 410 carry thousands of commercial trucks through our region every day, connecting the Port of Laredo and the Texas-Mexico border to major distribution hubs in Houston, Dallas and beyond. This heavy truck traffic means that serious accidents happen far too frequently, not just within San Antonio city limits but in the surrounding communities as well.

Our firm proudly represents truck accident victims throughout the region, including those injured in Bexar County and the neighboring cities and towns that make up the greater San Antonio area. We handle truck accident cases in New Braunfels, where I-35 carries a constant stream of 18-wheelers between San Antonio and Austin. We represent clients in Seguin and Schertz, communities along the I-10 and I-35 corridors that see a high volume of commercial truck traffic daily. Our practice extends to Cibolo, Converse, Fair Oaks, Canyon Lake and Timberwood Park, where residents are frequently affected by truck accidents that occur on the highways connecting these communities. We also serve clients injured in Houston, the largest city in Texas and home to some of the most dangerous truck accident corridors in the state.

No matter where your accident occurred in South-Central Texas, our team has the resources and determination to investigate your case thoroughly, identify every responsible party and pursue the maximum compensation available under Texas law.

Experience and Training at the Highest Levels

Israel Garcia has taken his legal training far beyond law school, learning from the best litigators in the country at the Trial Lawyers College and continually participating in numerous training workshops across the nation to gain a high level of insight into human behavior, experiences, and trauma. Equipped with these skills, Israel achieved a multi-million-dollar verdict in a case that others had dismissed as a “minor impact soft tissue” injury only worthy of a recovery in the low thousands. Israel understood what the accident meant to the victim, his life and his family, and he was able to make the jury understand as well on a deeply personal and emotional level. Israel has learned how to achieve great success for his clients by taking the time, making the effort, and using the right methods in litigation and all steps of case preparation. At the Law Office of Israel Garcia, we’ll put these skills, effort, and dedication toward helping you get the best result, one that achieves justice in your case and truly meets your needs.

No Recovery, No Fee. You Don’t Pay Unless We Win.

As experienced personal injury lawyers and car accident victims ourselves, we know what it’s like to suffer in a car accident and how important it is to have high-quality legal representation. That’s why we take all our cases on a contingency fee basis. We advance all the costs of the litigation, so you don’t pay anything upfront, and we only charge a fee if we are successful in recovering compensation on your behalf. The fees we charge come as a percentage of the recovery we obtain for you, so you can be assured we will work to get you the best result we can. If we can’t win a recovery for you, you won’t owe us any fee.

Contact the Law Office of Israel Garcia Today

If you or a loved one has been hurt or worse in a San Antonio motor vehicle accident, call the Law Office of Israel Garcia for a free consultation. Our office is conveniently located near the junction of interstates 410 and US 281, and weekend and evening meetings are available by appointment. We can also conduct a great deal of our business virtually and over the phone to suit your needs. Our attorney and staff are bilingual in both English and Spanish, and we are ready to help you find justice and compensation for you and your family. Call our experienced San Antonio truck accident lawyer today.