Trucking accidents in Texas have resulted in multi-million dollar payouts for people who were injured. These lawsuits may involve big rigs, semi-trucks, or delivery trucks for companies like FedEx or UPS.
Need a Texas Trucking Accident Lawyer? Collen A. Clark is a true advocate for his clients and is passionate about helping Texans that have been injured or wronged. If you were injured in a trucking accident in Texas, you should contact our lawyers immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit.
UPDATE: Self-Driving Trucking Accidents
In 2025, Aurora Innovation launched the first-ever commercial trucking service in Texas, using autonomous self-driving semi-trucks, also known as “RoboTrucks.”
Autonomous trucks have a human “safety driver” in the cab, but they are designed to drive without any human intervention. Instead, the autonomous trucks drive on highways in Texas using a computer system, sensors, and cameras.
Unfortunately, the launch of self-driving truck testing in Texas has raised serious safety concerns and legal questions. Many people are not comfortable with the idea of sharing a highway with an 80,000 pound, 18-wheeler without a human driver going 65 mph.
At highway speeds, life-threatening situations can happen in the blink of an eye. Self-driving truck technology is still in the early stages of testing and development, and despite what big tech companies promise, there is a serious risk of self-driving truck accidents for innocent people on the road.
Trucking Accident Lawsuits: Who Is Responsible?
Trucking accident lawsuits will try to determine who was at fault. There can be many factors involved in this type of case, including the condition of the truck itself and its performance capabilities. For example, were the tires defective? Was the driver speeding? Was the truck in poor maintenance?
The outcome of the case may also depend on factors associated with other conditions, like road hazards or weather conditions.
In some cases, the accident was caused by the truck drivers’ ignorance or carelessness. For example, was the driver sober? Was he current on his CDL? Was the driver fatigued because he exceeded the 11-hour driving limit without taking a break? These are just a few examples of issues that may affect a lawsuit.
Jury Awards $165 Million to Family in FedEx Truck Accident Lawsuit
A jury in Santa Fe, New Mexico has awarded $165 million to the family of a woman and child who were killed when a FedEx truck slammed into their vehicle. Click here to read more.
The Clark Firm Obtains $8.5 Million in Texas Truck Accident Lawsuit
Collen A. Clark represented a client who was awarded $8.5 million for injuries in a truck accident. In a 20-month span, The Clark Firm, LLP has achieved $22 million in compensation for our clients.
The truck accident occurred when a truck driver for an oil rig-moving company was driving on I-20. He crashed into a bridge abutment without hitting the brakes.
As a result, his truck stuck out onto the highway several feet. Our client was following behind and clipped the edge of the truck, flipping his 18-weeler rig, and causing severe injury to our client’s legs. Although the initial accident report indicated that the driver of the first truck fell asleep, our investigation showed that methamphetamine use likely played a role in the crash. Click here to read more.
FedEx Truck Accident Lawyer
Drivers of FedEx delivery trucks are under pressure to deliver their packages as quickly as possible. Even drivers with the best intentions can operate their vehicle in a negligent, hazardous, or careless manner, resulting in a truck accident with another vehicle, cyclist, or pedestrian.
What types of trucking accidents are common in Texas?
The types of truck accidents most common in Texas consist of rear end accidents, left turn collisions, stop signs, running red lights, speeding, out of control motor vehicles, drunk drivers, rollovers, unsafe lane changes, and broadside collisions.
Who Is Responsible?
Determining who was responsible for the accident is essential to prove negligence and liability. In investigating truck accidents, we work with accident investigators in measuring skid marks, reviewing data, analyzing information, and inspecting log books. In some cases, accidents are caused by negligent drivers in passenger vehicles. Other times, the truck driver is responsible. Exposing negligence is essential for assigning fault and recovering full compensation.
Were You in a Trucking Accident in Texas? Know Your Rights
If you are not certain of your rights, consult a lawyer of your personal choice. Your insurance company will always be represented by trained adjustors or by an attorney. You should ignore any attempt by a representative of the other party to influence you against the advice of your own attorney.
Do I Have a Trucking Accident Lawsuit?
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