Houston Truck Accident Lawyer: FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Truck Accidents

Victims of truck accidents, specifically those who are unfamiliar with personal injury law, may not realize they have rights. In fact, many victims have been known to simply exchange vital information and then leave the rest to their insurance company. This could potentially leave the victim having to pay for damages and injuries they sustained, due to no fault of their own. They may even find their insurance company attempting to raise their rates after the accident .

It is important that you know what to do after a truck accident. It can be a critical factor in protecting your interests. While contacting your insurance company is important when you've been involved in an accident, it is always best to contact a Houston truck accident attorney at our firm first. Our attorneys will be able to rapidly review your case, contact insurance companies on your behalf and help you determine the best course of action to pursue. In order to assist you, we have compiled some of the most frequently asked questions our attorneys have received about truck accidents.

Are there laws or regulations in existence that attempt to prevent truck accidents?

Yes, there are truck regulations in place at both the state and federal level to help protect automobile drivers from being unnecessarily put in harm's way while having to share the road with trucks. Truck drivers are also required to maintain a driving log. Driving log violations, however, have been known to play a role in serious truck accidents. An experienced truck accident attorney at our firm will be able to investigate and help determine if violations of trucking laws and regulations by the truck driver, or trucking company itself, were partially responsible for the accident taking place.

Are truck accidents more dangerous than automobile accidents?

Due to the fact that truck accidents generally involve a truck and another smaller vehicle, the likelihood of a truck accident causing significant damage, serious injuries and fatalities is much higher than if the accident was between two automobiles. An automobile, and its passengers do not have much protection when going up against the size, speed and momentum of a truck. Statistically, highway accidents cause much more damage and injury than accidents on city streets, due in large part to the high speeds of the vehicles involved.

What are the main causes of truck accidents?

There are numerous factors which may contribute to a truck accident. Road conditions, weather, driver distraction and more could all play a part in causing a truck accident. Many truck accidents occur as a result of a tired driver trying to meet a strictly-enforced deadline. Defective truck equipment and trucking company negligence are also amongst the most common causes of truck accidents.

An insurance company is offering me a settlement if I settle right now. Should I accept?

If you have been injured in a truck accident in Houston or Texas , you need to consult with an experienced truck accident attorney at our firm, before you agree to any sort of settlement. Many times insurance companies will attempt to pressure victims into settling for less than they rightfully deserve, in an effort to close the case out and preserve their bottom line. That is not fair to you. You deserve to receive just compensation for the damages and injuries you sustained. Our attorneys will review your case and provide you with the aggressive representation you deserve.

As the victim of a truck accident, what compensation can I expect to receive?

Each personal injury case is different. There is no way to guarantee exactly what compensation you will receive in your truck accident case. Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to receive compensation for repairs to your vehicle, car rental expenses , medical bills, loss of wages, and any physical or emotional hardship caused by the accident. One of our attorneys will be able to give you a better idea after they analyze your case, speak with witnesses, and all evidence and accident reports.

Truck Accident Attorney for Houston and the Greater Texas Area

The attorneys at our firm have over 30 years combined experience representing victims from all types of truck accidents. We work hard to maintain a high standard of service, a professional level of legal ethics, and a commitment to seeing justice served on behalf of our clients. As a result of our dedication, and in order to better serve our clients, our two lead attorneys have become board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in personal injury trial law. Our firm has also received an AV-rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and we have been recognized as Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

If you have additional questions or want to obtain legal counsel after being injured in a truck accident, please contact a Houston truck accident lawyer at Kennedy Hodges, LLP and schedule your confidential consultation today.