New Braunfels Truck Accident FAQs After a Collision

New Braunfels’ proximity between San Antonio and Austin and its position right along the I-35 corridor make it a Texas city frequented by 18 wheelers, big trucks, and other commercial vehicles. Accidents with these huge vehicles can be devastating for any smaller passenger vehicles involved, the drivers of those vehicles, and their passengers. While some accidents are unpreventable, many car crashes are due to negligence. In the cases of semi-trucks, that may mean carelessness on behalf of the truck driver, the trucking company, a parts manufacturer, a cargo loader, and more.

If you were recently in a truck accident in New Braunfels, Texas, and you believe it was due to the negligence of another party, call the New Braunfels 18 wheeler accident attorneys at Carabin Shaw 24/7 at 800-862-1260 to schedule your free case review / initial consultation.

Trucking accidents are complex in that they involve several parties, several insurance agencies, large companies, as well as federal and state regulations that determine the various limitations and restrictions for these trucks. Your chosen truck accident lawyer in New Braunfels Texas will sort through these complexities with ease. The trusted attorneys at Carabin Shaw, for example, have decades of experience working with clients all over Texas pursuing justice for their personal injuries. We will fight hard on your behalf as well.

Your legal counsel will be responsible for meeting deadlines, filing the correct paperwork and maintaining up-to-date documentation. They will also thoroughly investigate your accident to identify all potential liable parties, negotiate a settlement (first out of court, and then in court if necessary), and calculate all applicable damages.

If you think you may be partially at fault for the collision but are likely under 50% responsible, you still may qualify for a lawsuit. Texas follows a comparative negligence law that states partial fault doesn’t disqualify you from filing a case. This also outlines that damages a plaintiff, or victim, receives is reduced by the percentage of fault. An example is if Susie was found 30% at-fault for an accident with a semi-truck in central Texas, she would receive 70% of the allotted damages instead of the full 100%.

Those seeking truck accident compensation in Texas after a crash in New Braunfels can pursue damages categorized as economic, noneconomic, and punitive.

• ECONOMIC damages are easily quantifiable like hospital bills, surgery costs, car repair or replacement estimates, missed work pay stubs, funeral expenses, (in the case of a wrongful death), and more.
• NONECONOMIC damages are harder to quantify but are significant nonetheless. These include costs like pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of companionship, scarring, disability and more.
• PUNITIVE damages are awarded if a judge decides the negligence of the case is particularly egregious and is seeking to punish the defendant and prevent similar behavior in the future.

Enlisting the help of a local lawyer will ensure that all relevant damages are identified and included in your lawsuit.

The loss of a loved one in such an unexpected manner is incredibly difficult, and we offer our sincerest condolences. If you believe negligence or foul play was the cause of your loved one’s death, you can likely file a case to pursue compensation. In Texas, the spouse, children, and parents of the deceased may file the wrongful death lawsuit. Contact the attorneys at Carabin Shaw to advise you on your liability to file a lawsuit.

Our team works hard to ensure that victims of negligence are cared for during this incredibly challenging time in their lives. Read over Carabin Shaw’s previous client reviews to see for yourself how we’ve assisted victims just like you. We know this is an emotionally and financially taxing time for victims and their families, which is why we offer our services on a contingency-fee basis. We don’t collect anything unless your case is won.

Our English- and Spanish-speaking legal professionals are standing by to speak with you 24/7 and schedule your free case review. During the initial consultation, we will answer any questions you may have, analyze your case, and provide you with guidance moving forward. Call 800-862-1260 today, and take justice into your own hands with the help of one of our expert attorneys.

For more information

• Texas Statutes 33
• Texas Statutes 41