If I Have Been Injured In A Truck Accident Can I Sue The Trucking Company?
If you were injured in a truck accident, we can help you file an insurance claim or lawsuit against the trucking company to help you hold the carrier responsible for your injuries. When a truck driver acts negligently and causes other motorists to suffer injuries, their employer—usually a trucking company or other large corporation—is legally […]
My Loved One Was Killed In A Truck Accident, Am I Able To Sue?
The Texas Wrongful Death Act allows certain family members of a truck accident victim to file an insurance claim or a lawsuit and collect a financial recovery for their losses. If you have questions about your right to recovery after a loved one was killed in a truck accident with a negligent driver, D. Miller […]
How Long Do I Have To File A Lawsuit After A Truck Accident In Houston?
State law restricts how long you have to file a lawsuit after a truck accident in Houston. The statute of limitations imposes a strict deadline of two years from the date of a truck crash to sue the liable parties and collect compensation. If you fail to file a lawsuit before this two-year period ends, the […]
I Was Just Injured In A Truck Accident, What Should I Do?
If you were injured in a truck accident, you may wonder what you should do. Taking the right actions after a Texas crash can help ensure your rights remain protected and give you the best chance of recovering full compensation. The personal injury lawyers in Houston at D. Miller & Associates, PLLC, can help. Call […]
I Was Injured in an Accident with an 18-Wheeler. Can I Sue?
If you were injured in an 18-wheeler accident, you could sue the truck driver, the trucking company, or another responsible party. Around 4,100 Americans were killed in truck accidents in 2019, and many more non-fatal crashes resulted in serious injuries. While any vehicle accident can be serious, ones involving an 18-wheeler truck are often the […]
What to Do After an 18-Wheeler or Semi Truck Accident in Texas
Unsure what to do after an 18-wheeler or semi truck accident in Texas? If you have never been involved in an accident, this can be a very frustrating process. Navigating the legal system can be challenging under the best of circumstances, but it is especially complex if you are also dealing with physical injuries. If […]
Who Can Be Liable for a Truck Accident in Texas?
Several parties could be liable for a truck accident in Texas. Liability refers to the party or parties who must pay for your losses after an accident. It might be easy to assume that the commercial truck driver responsible for causing your accident is also responsible for your financial recovery, but that is not always […]
How Is Fault Determined in a Truck Accident?
Fault is determined in a truck accident using evidence. Then, that information will be applied to these four questions: Did another party have an obligation to drive safely? Did that party violate that obligation? Did you suffer harm because of the other party’s actions? Do you have financial, physical, and emotional losses? If you can […]
Are Truck Accident Claims More Difficult Than Car Accident Claims?
Truck accident claims are generally more difficult than car accident claims. That’s because: Truck accidents can involve more than one party. For instance, both the trucker and their employer could be at fault for your damages. Various filing deadlines could apply to your case, depending on who was involved. A truck’s manufacturer could ultimately be […]
What Should I Do if the Trucking Company Contacts Me After My Accident?
If a trucking company contacts you after your accident, refuse to speak with them. The only reasons they would reach out to you directly is to do the following: Fish for information to use against you in an insurance claim or lawsuit Offer you a hasty, low-ball settlement Instead, file an insurance claim and wait […]