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Who Is Liable for Commercial Truck Accidents in Texas?

July 6, 2023
by Ted B Lyon & Associates

Commercial truck accidents can cause serious damage due to the enormous size of trucks. Many victims experience life-changing consequences and need the help of an experienced litigation attorney to get the compensation they deserve.

To do this, attorneys need to identify special evidence and determine who is liable. Assigning liability can be complex, as multiple parties may be found responsible for the accident. Here, we take a look at who is potentially liable for truck accidents.

Parties Who Could Be Held Responsible for Truck Accidents

Texas is an at-fault state, which means whoever caused the accident is held responsible. The at-fault party must compensate truck accident victims for expenses incurred from the accident, such as medical bills and vehicle repairs.

Most often, truck drivers are liable for truck accidents. However, there may be other responsible parties, such as:

  • The trucking company
  • The manufacturer of the truck or truck parts
  • The truck loading company
  • Government entities responsible for road maintenance and upkeep
  • Truck maintenance crews

How Is Liability Determined in Truck Accident Cases?

Investigations

When it comes to the investigation of a truck accident, there are many different people involved. Law enforcement, such as a police officer or state trooper, will conduct their own investigation. The trucking company may also conduct its own investigation, and its insurance providers.

This is where it can get tricky. While insurance companies use police findings to determine who is financially responsible, they may find ways to deny the claims of accident victims. That’s why it’s so important to have an experienced truck accident attorney who can help present evidence that supports your case.

Proving Negligence

Negligence plays a crucial role in determining liability for a truck accident. Negligence refers to dangerous and irresponsible behaviors that put others at risk on the road. Determining negligence involves a complex evaluation of many different factors.

There are a variety of negligent driving behaviors, such as driving while intoxicated, running through stop signs or texting while driving. A truck driver may be found guilty of negligent driving behavior, but other parties can be held responsible as well.

For example, a trucking company could be held liable if it can be demonstrated that they didn’t properly maintain the truck. Or, the vehicle manufacturer could be financially responsible if there was a defect in the truck’s design.

Involved in a Truck Accident? Get Legal Help Today

There are many things to take care of after a truck accident, especially your health. It’s critical to obtain sound legal counsel as quickly as possible so you can focus on healing.

At Ted B. Lyon & Associates, our experienced truck accident attorneys understand the complex challenges of truck accidents. Our Dallas team knows how to identify valid evidence and can help you get the compensation you deserve. To get started, request a free initial consultation by calling us at 877-Ted-Lyon / 877-833-5966 or sending us a message.

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We are Texas Trial Lawyers that have won many cases against large corporations, insurance companies, and municipalities Below are some of the entities:

  • Greyhound
  • Ford Motor Company
  • Searle & Monsanto
  • Koch Brothers
  • Fluor
  • Oncor
  • City of Dallas
  • Pierce Mortuary
  • Volkswagen
  • U-Haul
  • TXU
  • Caterpillar
  • Enterprise
  • Mesothelioma Defendants
  • Tyson Foods

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