Texas Truck
Accident Lawyer

Get medical attention first, even if you feel okay. Then document everything: take photos of the vehicles, the road, and your injuries. Get the truck driver's name, CDL number, and the trucking company name. Do not give a recorded statement to any insurance company before speaking with an attorney. Evidence in truck cases can disappear quickly because carriers may overwrite electronic logging device data within days.

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning our fee is a percentage of the recovery we obtain for you. If we do not win your case, you owe us zero. This structure means we only get paid when you get paid, which aligns our interests directly with yours.

Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. For wrongful death cases, the two-year clock starts on the date of death. Waiting too long can mean lost evidence and a barred claim, so contacting an attorney early is critical.

Texas law allows you to pursue compensation for medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and earning capacity, physical pain and suffering, mental anguish, disfigurement, and property damage. In cases involving gross negligence by the trucking company, you may also be entitled to punitive damages designed to punish the wrongdoer.

Liability can extend well beyond the driver. The trucking company may be liable under respondeat superior or for negligent hiring and supervision. The vehicle manufacturer could be at fault for defective brakes or tires. Cargo loading companies may share blame if improper loading caused the wreck. We investigate every possible party to maximize your recovery.

Trucks are governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations covering hours of service, maintenance schedules, driver qualifications, and cargo securement. These cases involve more evidence sources (ELDs, black boxes, inspection records), more potential defendants, and much higher insurance policy limits. Trucking companies also deploy rapid response teams to minimize their exposure, which is why having experienced counsel early matters so much.