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How Much Insurance are Commercial Trucks Required to Carry in the U.S.?

At the Hollingsworth Law Firm, our Houston truck accident attorneys know that when our clients are injured during a Texas traffic crash with a commercial vehicle, each of their financial recovery pursuits begins with establishing several facts.

First, our Harris County personal injury lawyers must identify who was liable for the crash, which may include the truck’s driver, the trucking company, or another third party.

Next, we must determine what the at-fault party’s insurance policy limits are, so we can pursue the best outcome for each of our client’s unique cases.

What is the Minimum U.S. Commercial Truck Insurance Coverage Requirement?

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has specific insurance coverage guidelines that help protect a liable party in the event of collisions, injuries, or fatalities.

Independent truck drivers and trucking companies must carry the minimum amount of liability insurance coverage for their truck and/or each truck in their fleet based on the type of commercial vehicles they have in operation.

The minimum insurance coverage for commercial vehicles is based on the type of materials they are hauling and include:

  • Household Goods: $300,000
  • General Freight: $750,000
  • Oil Transport: $1,000,000
  • Hazardous Materials: $5,000,000

The FMCSA federal liability insurance limits, required for truck drivers who travel outside the state where their 18-wheelers are registered, range between $750,000 and $1,000,000, which covers:

  • Bodily Injury Liability.
  • Personal Injury Protection.
  • Property Damage Liability.

If you have been injured in a truck accident anywhere in the U.S. that was caused by negligence, you do not have to face the liable party or their insurance company alone. We can help you determine who is responsible for your injuries and the coverage that applies to your recovery needs.

Contact our dedicated Houston personal injury lawyers at the Hollingsworth Law Firm today by calling 713-637-4560 or contact us online for a free case evaluation.

Our skilled bilingual personal injury lawyers and support staff represent clients throughout the state of Texas on a contingency basis, so you never pay any legal fees unless we win your case.

If you are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve, so are we. Let us take the lead.

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Steven and I attended law school together and I have known him since 2000. He was stellar in representing a close friend with a personal injury matter. I have been very impressed with his communication, dedication and thoroughness in representation.
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Pamela V.Attorney from Cypress, TX

Steve is the real deal! He is an extremely invaluable resource on all things Litigation for me as a younger attorney. He is not only great a securing the bigger verdicts, but actually cares about the clients and still sticks by his tried and true method of meeting, in person, with his clients to go over facts . overall, a solid attorney, with a wealth of knowledge!
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Crystal H.Attorney from Houston, TX

After working with Steve for a couple of years, I found Steve to be an outstanding, aggressive and highly skilled lawyer in the courtroom. His confidence and knowledge of the courtroom and what it takes to succeed there, I believe will ensure his long term prosperity.
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Robin T.Attorney from College Station, TX

I had the pleasure of working on a trial with Steven last August. His background as an ADA is clearly evident in the courtroom. Steven's presentation of the evidence throughout trial is that of a seasoned attorney who has spent many hours in front of a jury. His opening/closings were excellent, as well as his strategic litigating throughout the trial. Steven is a consummate professional and a pleasure to work with, and watch in the courtroom.
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When I met Steve, I was a legal assistant at a Plaintiff’s firm and he was working as an attorney for AIG. We connected there and then. Steve is a likable guy and an outstanding trial lawyer. He is charismatic and jurors like him. He is a Plaintiff’s lawyer now and he has the right skill set to represent injured individuals: he is compassionate, honest, and sincere and will go the extra mile for his clients. I’ve known Steve for almost 8 years now and I’m excited to see his career evolve.
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Our aggressive personal injury trial attorneys at the Hollingsworth Law Firm are committed to fighting for the compensation you deserve. If you are the victim of an automobile accident, airplane accident, workplace injury or other catastrophic injury, you need legal advice from a personal injury attorney with proven results you can trust. Our dedicated legal team is proud to represent clients across the state of Texas. WE WILL START FIGHTING FOR YOUR RIGHTS TODAY!

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