Big Rig Accident Attorneys in Houston, Texas
At the Hollingsworth Law Firm, our Houston big rig accident lawyers represent clients throughout Texas after their lives have been changed by negligent semi-truck drivers, trucking companies, manufacturers, or other third parties.
Our Harris County big rig attorneys know there are multiple types of collisions involving these large commercial vehicles that can lead to catastrophic accidents, injuries, and fatalities throughout the state.
If you or someone you love has been injured or lost their life in a semi-truck collision in Texas, contact our skilled Houston big rig accident lawyers today to learn more about your legal rights and options to pursue the liable party — or a combination of parties — for your damages.
What are the Most Common Types of Big Rig Accidents in Houston, Texas?
Because of the size of semi-trucks, they are involved in different types of collisions that are often caused by the truck driver’s actions.
These accidents may include, but are not limited to:
- Rollover Accidents
Big rig rollover accidents can occur when the truck driver makes a turn while driving too fast or swerves suddenly. As the accident type sounds, the truck tips — or rolls — over onto its side, or in severe cases, onto its roof.
- Jackknife Accidents
Big rig jackknife accidents happen when the truck’s trailer swings out and forms an angle with the cab, giving the appearance of a folded pocketknife. These crashes are often caused by speeding, sharp curves and evasive maneuvers, equipment malfunctions, locked wheels, brake failure or improper braking, driving erratically for the road or weather conditions, or loose cargo that was improperly secured.
- Underride Accidents
Big rig underride accidents occur when a vehicle crashes into a large truck and becomes trapped underneath it. This may occur during side collisions, where the truck driver turns and an approaching vehicle cannot see the trailer, becoming trapped underneath the truck, or during rear-end collisions, where the vehicle’s front end becomes lodged under the truck.
- Unsecured Load Accidents
When a big rig has an unsecured load, falling objects can leave the truck and cause drivers to swerve to avoid them, if they are not hit directly by the cargo. Unsecured loads may also change the balance of the vehicle and cause serious rollover accidents.
- Tire Blowout Accidents
When a big rig’s tire suddenly explodes, it can quickly cause damage to the truck itself, and cause the driver to “pull” the steering wheel to correct the issue. This action can cause a complete loss of control that may result in the truck rolling over, swerving into another lane, or jackknifing. Blown tires can also cause damage to the surrounding vehicles on the road.
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a collision with a semi-truck in Texas, contact our experienced truck accident attorneys in Houston today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
Are Big Rig Trucks Required to Have a “Black Box” on Board?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires all commercial trucks, including big rigs, to carry electronic logging devices. These devices log the number of hours a big rig driver spends behind the wheel to ensure he or she is not violating the FMCSA’s Hours of Service Regulations.
Some, but not all, big rigs are also outfitted with event data recorders that are much like the “black box” found on an airplane. This device will record the events leading up to a crash, including the big rig driver’s location, speed, and brake usage, which can provide concrete evidence that negligence was a factor in the crash.
Our Houston big rig attorneys can help you investigate, obtain, and preserve evidence that is available on these devices to help build your case for success.
Contact Our Experienced Big Rig Accident Attorneys in Houston, Texas Today
If you or someone you love has been injured or lost their life in a Texas big rig truck accident, 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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