Truck Accidents

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), large trucks were involved in 413,000 traffic crashes in the United States in 2007. Of those, 4,584 accidents included a fatality. Nearly ten percent of those fatalities (455) occurred in Texas.

Thousands of 18 wheelers and commercial trucks are on our highways and roads and with that comes the potential danger of accidents to, not only the drivers of those rigs, but also the passenger vehicles that are sharing those roads.

The more miles a truck driver puts on the road means the more money they are paid for services. Aside from that, many are paid bonuses for arriving ahead of schedule. Thus, you often have drivers who will put in longer than recommended hours behind the wheel using excessive speed on the road and who may potentially be under the influence of substances that help the driver stay awake. This presents a serious danger to the driver and everyone else on the road.

Let's face it, when an accident involves an 18-wheeler, the damage sustained will far exceed that of an accident involving a customary passenger vehicle. This will often result in serious injury and possibly death.

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident involving a large truck, let The Dashner Law Firm fight on your behalf. Contact us today and let us help you get the compensation you deserve