Truck Accident Attorney Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How are truck accident cases different from accidents involving passenger cars only?
Trucking companies and commercial semi-truck drivers are subject to special rules and regulations set forth by the federal motor carrier safety administration (FMCSA), the national highway traffic safety administration (NHTSA), and the state department of transportation (TXDOT) office of motor carrier compliance (OMCC). Among the regulations are limits on how many hours a truck driver can drive, the type and weight of the load, and inspection and maintenance requirements. Truck drivers also have special training and licensing requirements. More on this website

Are trucks required to carry insurance?

Federal law requires commercial vehicles involved in interstate commerce to carry at least $750,000 in bodily injury and property damage insurance. Most trucking companies also have additional insurance coverage, called excess coverage.

What factors contribute to truck accidents?

Because they are heavier, larger, and more difficult to brake and steer than passenger cars, large trucks are more likely to lose control and cause severe damage in traffic or highway accidents. Because of their more significant weight and momentum, large trucks have greater difficulty recovering from problematic circumstances, especially in wet weather. Improper maintenance can compound the problem.

Why are trucks more difficult to break?

Passenger car brakes are mechanical/hydraulic systems. Because most truck braking systems use pressurized air, it takes time for the air to travel through the hoses to the brake shoes, creating a slight delay before the brakes engage. Because of their added weight, trucks also require greater stopping distances. Often, you can hear an 18-wheeler making a loud, unique sound when stopping and starting, which is the sound of the air brakes releasing air through the rubber tubing.

How are weight restrictions on trucks enforced?

Weight limits on trucks are implemented by using weigh stations along interstate highways. Some modern weigh stations weigh trucks as they roll over devices located under the road. A transmitter on the truck allows weighing station authorities to identify it.

Are there devices that are used to limit a truck’s speed? Some companies install such devices, known as governors in their commercial trucks. These are often installed on more local commercial delivery trucks, such as box trucks. Most trucking companies do not install speed governor devices, knowing that their drivers will sometimes speed to meet a deadline.

Are multi-trailer trucks more dangerous than single-trailer trucks? Multi-trailer trucks are 2-3 times more likely to be involved in a road accident. The additional connection, or coupling, points between the first trailer and the second trailer make these 22-wheeler, 24-wheeler, and 26-wheelers more challenging to handle. Such multi-trailer tractor-trailers cause greater instability, leading to trailer swing and jackknifing, among other problems. Examples of such trucks we most commonly experience are commercial trucks operated by overnight delivery carriers.

Who can be held liable in a truck accident lawsuit? Parties that may be held responsible in a truck accident lawsuit include:

truck driver
owner of the trailer
owner of the tractor
cab truck company whose logo or markings are on the trailer
owner of the contents, or load in the trailer
in some circumstances, the facility that loaded the contents onto the trailer
insurance company failing to act in good faith

As an accident attorney, I have experience and knowledge of federal and state regulations that apply to truck drivers and trucking companies. Please contact us if you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a truck accident or if you have additional questions or need a truck accident attorney.

Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death Lawyers
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Nothing can compensate you for the loss of a loved one. A wrongful death lawsuit will not reverse a fatal accident. However, a wrongful death lawsuit gives surviving family members the opportunity to obtain answers, pursue accountability, and possibly get the peace of mind necessary to move on after your tragic loss.

At our law firm, we work hard to get this kind of relief for families coping with the death of a loved one. Contact us for a free initial consultation about your case. More here @ https://www.accident-lawyers-dallas.com/car-accident-attorneys

Legal Help After a Loved One Dies in a Fatal Accident

If a loved one has died due to the fault of another, you may recover damages for pain and suffering of the decedent and additional damages, including loss of love, affection, society, consortium, and other damages. We represent survivors of persons who have died as a result of:

Motor vehicle accidents: including people who have died as a result of head-on crashes, highway truck accidents, drunk driving accidents, fatal car accidents, or motorcycle crashes
Industrial and construction accidents: including workers who have died in a scaffolding accident, in a fall, or as a result of other dangerous or hazardous worksite conditions
Medical malpractice: including doctor neglect, nursing home abuse and neglect, and other medical negligence which results in an otherwise preventable death
Other serious accidents: including victims of mass disasters, such as plane crashes, subway or train derailments, and bus accidents. More on this website
The wrongful death attorneys at our law firm are committed to helping families cope with the fatality and obtain just compensation. We involve the services of private investigators and other experts to determine the cause of the accident. We analyze all angles of potential liability. We do everything we can to get the answers our clients need and the rightful compensation they deserve.

Contact us to set up an appointment. We offer free initial consultations for all wrongful death matters and each case is taken on a contingency basis.

Bankruptcy Lawyer

There are so many lawyers, how in the world do you go about finding a qualified bankruptcy lawyer? The answer is not as difficult as it may seem. Before there was the internet, it was really hard to research the skills of a particular lawyer.

Today, there is so much information published on the internet. You can see what they’ve written. You can often see videos that will give you a feel of what the lawyer is all about. You can also read reviews given by past clients. If you see 10 reviews all panning the attorney and stating he was rude, it would be best to avoid that attorney. More information about Bankruptcy Attorney San Antonio here

Remember that location is important, but only in certain products or services. For example, I would drive great distances if I knew that the provider was an authority. Some people make the mistake of hiring an attorney simply because he or she is close in distance.

To do so is simply being short-sighted. What good is a local attorney if that attorney is not qualified to serve that area of law? Perhaps that attorney is not truly experienced and you suffer as a result. Do yourself a favor; go with the better attorney even if you have to travel a greater distance. You are likely only going to claim bankruptcy once, make sure that you hire the right attorney.

Some people think that they can handle the bankruptcy matter without an attorney. If you are someone who wants to file bankruptcy yourself, please keep this in mind. The bankruptcy laws were revised and the cases have become more difficult to negotiate.

It used to be that you could buy forms at the local office supply store, fill them out by hand, walk into the clerk’s office and get a final court date. Those days are long gone and they are never coming back. Today, you have to be aware of so many deadlines and pre-requisites. You have to time everything properly or your case will get automatically dismissed.

If you live in Texas, you need to consult with a Texas bankruptcy attorney. If you border a state with Texas, keep in mind that the laws of the states are different. Some states allow you to protect higher equity amounts than others. The state that you live in governs your filing.

There are great differences in trustees when it comes to Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 as well. You will find that Chapter 7 is a much more simplified process as opposed to Chapter 13.