Lewisville Truck Accident Attorney

Truck Accident Lawyer Serving Denton County, TX

While any motor vehicle accident has the potential to cause devastation, truck accidents can be particularly ugly. Smaller personal vehicles offer precious little protection against a big rig. Being hit by a large truck while in a car is akin to being hit by a car while riding a bike. It is sad, but unsurprising, that catastrophic injuries are the norm rather than the exception when it comes to truck accidents. Wrongful death lawsuits often stem from big rig crashes. While many truck drivers would prefer to prioritize safety at all times, the realities of the trucking industry often mean that drivers are forced to drive long, tiring hours without adequate rest.

Burress Injury Law is a dedicated personal injury law firm with many years of experience in truck accident litigation. Our lawyers start each case with a detailed and skilled investigation, often beginning right at the scene of the accident. We work to reconstruct the accident to determine what most likely happened and establish proof of the other driver's negligence. Only after proving that the other driver - or the agency they work for, in some cases - was at fault can we recover the funds you need to get the right care and replace your lost income. We have been very successful when representing clients in personal injury cases, with more than 99.9 percent of the cases we take on resulting in compensation for injury victims.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Denton County, TX

There is some danger inherent to having such massive vehicles on the road. However, both state and federal safety rules for the trucking industry are designed to make sharing the road with big rigs as safe as possible. When accidents do happen, here are some of the most common causes:

• Driver fatigue - A truck driver who has been driving for too long without a mandatory rest break is far more likely to cause an accident than a well-rested driver. Drowsy driving has been proven to be just as dangerous as drunk driving in many cases.
• Intoxication - Truck drivers who spend long hours behind the wheel may be lulled into a false sense of security and come to believe that they can drive just fine after a few drinks or a puff of cannabis. Stimulant use, including drugs such as cocaine or methamphetamine, is also fairly common, especially for drivers who are pushed to keep driving when they are drowsy or fatigued.
• Poor maintenance - There is nothing even the most skilled trucker can do if the vehicle they are driving is in poor repair or has a defective part. Brake failure and tire blowouts are two of the major risks.
• Improperly secured loads - When the load a big rig is carrying falls, everyone behind the truck is in serious danger. Fallen loads tend to cause pile-ups, often affecting a large number of other vehicles.

Truck accident litigation is often extremely important to the plaintiffs. Getting the right care for a catastrophic or major injury can make a big difference, both in the short and long term. With the astronomical cost of healthcare, many injured parties rely on a lawsuit settlement to cover these expenses.

If you have been unable to work since the accident, or if you will not be able to go back to work at all, you should know that a successful lawsuit can replace your lost wages. Lost income and lost future income may make up a substantial portion of your award or settlement. Our attorneys are prepared to fight on your behalf to maximize the compensation you receive. We can also negotiate with insurance companies and prevent them from denying or devaluing your claim.

Contact a Lewisville, TX Truck Accident Lawyer

Burress Injury Law is dedicated to helping people who have been injured in truck accidents. Our experienced team of attorneys understands the stresses and challenges that come with a bad motor vehicle accident, and we will do all we can to make the process easier for you. Hundreds of our clients have given us perfect 5.0 star ratings, and we are ready to provide you with the legal representation you need during your case. Contact us at 214-726-0016 for your first free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win your case.