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Many drivers take for granted that most motorists follow the rules of the road while driving. They may not even realize they are in significant danger sharing the road with so many drivers, especially the drivers of large 18-wheelers. Due to the sheer size of these machines, people can be seriously or catastrophically hurt in big rig accidents.
Accidents involving 18-wheelers happen every day. Truck drivers and the occupants of automobiles can suffer serious injuries and even death. The San Antonio 18-wheeler truck accident lawyers of Carabin Shaw are dedicated to working hard for accident victims and their rights. All over Texas and the Southwest, our attorneys are committed to recovering the financial compensation for anyone injured in an accident due to another’s negligence.
There are more than 400,000 accidents involving large trucks across the United States annually, including commercial box trucks and tractor-trailer combinations such as 18-wheeler trucks. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), In 2021, 5,788 people died in crashes involving large trucks. Many of these 18-wheeler accidents involved passenger automobiles and motorcycles.
At Carabin Shaw, we aim to protect the rights of the families of personal injury and wrongful death victims and actively seek the highest compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages, medical bills, and many other things you may not think to ask for. If a commercial truck driver has injured you or a loved one, call our offices today at 210-222-2288 so we can schedule a time for you to come in and speak with our San Antonio 18-wheeler accident attorney to proceed with your case.
Our Law Firm Fights the Big Insurance CompaniesYou may be approached by insurance company representatives and asked to answer what sounds like standard questions after being involved in an 18-wheeler accident. Knowing your rights before you speak to an insurance agency to protect your case and future award is imperative. The first step in securing these items is coming in for a free consultation to speak with our seasoned San Antonio truck accident lawyers and the rest of the team, who will work diligently to protect you and your family’s best interests.
National Data: In 2021, 117,300 large trucks were involved in crashes, resulting in an injury for the other driver involved, a 12% increase from 2020. Since 2016, the number of trucks involved in injury crashes has increased by 15%. A total of 5,788 people died in large-truck crashes in 2021. The number of deaths increased by 17% from 2020 and is up 47% in the last ten years. The majority of deaths in large-truck crashes are occupants of other vehicles (72%), followed by truck occupants (17%), and non-occupants, primarily pedestrians and bicyclists (11%). Data provided by the National Safety Council – nsc.org
Texas Data: For 2022, TxDOT reports 38,621 truck accidents with no less than 716 deaths and 5,477 individuals suffering injuries. Of these injuries, 1,643 were very serious.
Bexar County – San Antonio Data: For 2022, we had 22 fatalities resulting from 20 truck accidents. In addition, 37 individuals involved in 18-wheeler crashes were seriously injured. Out of 2,250 commercial truck-related accidents in Bexar County, 734 injuries were reported. Data: TxDOT. San Antonio, located in Bexar County, has 3 Interstate and 4 U.S. Highways running through it. Thus giving us plenty of commercial vehicle traffic every day of the year. I-35 and I-10 running through San Antonio are among the most deadly Freeways in the State of Texas.
There are many ways drivers of big rigs can put others on the road in serious danger. More often than not, it is simply a result of the driver not following appropriate protocol. For example, they fail to take time for required rest breaks or do not properly log their driving hours. But sometimes, drivers may drive carelessly because they feel pressured to meet strict deadlines enforced by their employer. There are countless ways a driver may be negligent and endanger others on the road. If you find yourself a victim in an 18-wheeler accident, rest assured we at Carabin Shaw are on your side, and we are here to help you 24/7. Give us a call so we can start helping you today.
Our San Antonio 18-wheeler accident attorney protects victims who were severely injured as a result of:
Truck driver fatigue, reckless driving, and speeding, including failure to take required rest breaks or failure to log their hours correctly
- Failure to obey traffic laws and signs
- Distracted Driving
- Texting While Driving
- Tire Blowouts
- Mechanical Failures
- Shifting Loads
- Violations of the regulations set by the Department of Transportation:
- Failure to take proper safeguards when backing up or driving within city limits
- Driver Fatigue, including failure to take required rest breaks or failure to log their hours correctly
The aftermath of an 18-wheeler or large truck accident can be complicated and stressful, especially if injuries are involved. Large corporations own fleets of semi-trucks and may try to pressure you for a quick settlement. They will secure attorneys to protect their interests in such claims, so it’s important for you to have an experienced truck accident lawyer who will represent your interests. When you’re injured as the result of the negligence of a semi-truck operator, receiving the compensation you deserve is far too important to leave to chance. You need a Carabin Shaw 18-wheeler truck accident lawyer in San Antonio on your side.
We will determine all parties who may be at fault for the accident by thoroughly investigating your accident claim with professional resources, such as a crash-site reconstruction specialist, who will visit the accident site. In addition, we will check the police accident report and may interview witnesses. Furthermore, this could include researching the trucking company if they failed to enforce certain regulations set by the industry, like weight and load restrictions, the company that leased trailers that may not have received proper maintenance, or the actual truck driver.
The reality is the fault of an accident can rest in many hands. Naturally, our 18-wheeler accident attorneys serving San Antonio will first look to the driver to see what they may or may not have done that resulted in an injury or death. Then, our law firm will seek out the trucking companies that employ the drivers to see what liability they may have. We will then move on to the manufacturer of the truck to see if any mechanical issues played a part in the wreck. We will continue this process until we have peeled back all the layers of your case and revealed all the responsible parties to get you maximum compensation.
Working with medical experts when necessary, we will seek to get you the highest compensation from all negligent parties and their insurance companies. In doing so, we will be able to recover damages such as lost wages, medical expenses, loss of companionship, and anything else we see fit to help you heal and recover after you’ve been in an 18-wheeler accident.
At Carabin Shaw, we have the necessary resources and experience to pursue the highest compensation for you and your loved ones following a serious 18-wheeler accident. Contact us at 210-222-2288 to schedule a free initial consultation with our 18-wheeler accident attorney serving San Antonio for more information.
