Truck Accident Lawyer
Dallas-Fort Worth and New Mexico truck accident lawyers. No fee unless you win. 35-years of experience.
Nearly 2 million Semi-Trucks and Around 5.6 million Semi-Trailers Are in Operation.
The trucking industry in the U.S. is consistently on the rise. These trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds fully loaded. Truck transport is considered one of the most feasible ways to get goods across the U.S., as nearly 70% of all products reach their destination via truck. Therefore, it is not a surprise that there has been a 52% increase in trucking accidents since 2009. So, it’s also not a surprise that trucking accidents account for 74% of all fatal passenger vehicle cases.
Truck accident claims are complex, not just because the injuries are often catastrophic. Truck accidents usually include an out-of-state driver, and the companies that own the truck are generally large corporations headquartered in another state. Because truck accidents involve numerous parties from out of state, having an experienced truck crash lawyer can make handling your case easier.
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The Joeckel Law Office is Your Partner
Our experienced Dallas-Fort Worth and New Mexico truck crash lawyers frequently handle truck accidents in Dallas County, Tarrant County, and New Mexico. Many truck drivers are often tired as they travel through the DFW metroplex and New Mexico. While truck drivers are greatly appreciated for what they do, there is no excuse for driving negligently. Therefore, The Joeckel Law Office never stops advocating for you and your family.
Dallas-Fort Worth has some of the most dangerous roads in the United States. Dallas county experienced 307 fatal crashes with 333 fatalities. Tarrant County incurred 182 fatal crashes with 190 fatalities. As Dallas-Fort Worth rapidly expands, increased traffic will inevitably lead to a higher rate of truck accidents and deaths. Moreover, Texas highways have speed limits up to 70 mph, making truck accidents even more deadly. When combined with fatigues, distracted driving, or drunk driving, these factors increase the risk of deadly truck accidents in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Our Truck Accident Lawyers Will Never Stop Fighting for You
While accidents do happen, many truck accidents are preventable. These accidents often occur due to distracted driving, driver inattention, or fatigue; therefore, ignoring basic safety measures. As a result of their neglect, loss of lives and serious injuries occur.
No amount of money can bring back a loved one or heal your injuries; however, compensation can help you financially recover from your loss or injuries. And by hiring an experienced Truck Accident Lawyer, you are maximizing your compensation. When an accident could have been avoided, the Joeckel Law Office is here for you.
Truck accidents may involve numerous parties and insurance companies. It is essential to trust a legal team experienced in coordinating truck accident cases to ensure the best possible outcome. The Joeckel Law Office will advocate for your rights and hold negligent truck drivers accountable while getting you the maximum compensation available.
How do Trucking Accident Lawsuits Work?
First, it is free to contact our Texas and New Mexico truck accident lawyers regarding your possible case. The Joeckel Law Office offers free case reviews for trucking accidents. If you have been involved in an 18-wheeler accident, The Joeckel Law Office will meet with you and answer your questions.
Second, gathering the facts and preparing a case is essential for a trucking accident case. When you sign up with The Joeckel Law Office, our experienced team will begin collecting the necessary information for your case. Moreover, we will go to the scene of the accident, examine the 18-wheeler involved in the accident, photograph your vehicle, ensure evidence is not deleted or destroyed.
Third, we will discuss how to proceed. Every trucking accident is unique, and we want to make sure that you and your family are informed every step of the way. With all the facts and evidence gathered, we can help you determine the best route to receive maximum compensation.
Trust an Experienced Trial Lawyer
The fact is numerous attorneys are familiar with some parts of the legal process, such as gathering facts, documenting evidence, and filing a lawsuit. However, many attorneys are inexperienced at trial. David B. Joeckel, Jr. is a 35-year experienced trial attorney. If your case does not settle and requires trial, trusting an experienced trial attorney is always a wise decision.
You Do Not Pay Us Unless You Win
The Joeckel Law Office works on a contingency fee basis, which means you do not pay us unless we win. The Joeckel Law Office promises that you will not have any out-of-pocket legal expenses during your case.
Injuries in Truck Accidents Claims
Truck accidents are often catastrophic because semi-trucks and other commercial vehicles weigh tens of thousands of pounds. These same semi-trucks often case hundreds of gallons of fuel, which can cause fires upon impact.
Burns: As a result of a truck accident, accident victims may sustain serious burns. These burns will often require skin grafts and other treatment, which is very painful and expensive. Moreover, burns usually leave permanent scarring. Unfortunately, serious burns can also be fatal.
Head Injuries: With tens of thousands of pounds crashing into your vehicle, traumatic brain injuries, concussions, and other brain-related injuries often occur. The brain is very sensitive—even a minor accident can cause permanent damage, rendering you unable to continue without extensive medical care.
Blood Loss: Blood loss often results from internal injuries are usually the official cause of death in a semi-truck crash. Internal bleeding is hard to treat, and by the time an ambulance can deliver you to a hospital, it is often too late.
Spinal Cord Injuries: Your spinal cord is a thoroughfare for your nerve and brain communications. Upon an impact of tens of thousands of pounds, your spinal cord can easily be injured. An injured spinal cord can result in lifelong paralysis and difficulty functioning.
Broken Bones: Truck accidents consist of such force that even an airbag cannot prevent broken bones from occurring. Broken bones are immensely painful and require extensive medical treatment. Moreover, even after the bone is healed, you will likely need to attend physical therapy for weeks to get full function back.
What Forms of Compensation Could I Receive?
The Joeckel Law Office will help you recover all economic damages relating to the accident. These damages include your medical expenses, loss of income, and property damage.
Non-economic damages are commonly referred to as mental anguish, pain and suffering, and impairment damages. As you know, 18-wheeler crashes cause significant injuries. As a result, it is not surprising that you will incur great pain and suffering. The Joeckel Law Office will help you recover your non-economic damages.
The Joeckel Law Office will also seek punitive damages if the driver acted grossly negligent. Punitive damages served as a punishment for negligent truck drivers who exhibited gross misconduct, such as texting while driving.
Establishing First-Party Liability
In Texas, truck accident victims must establish negligence by the preponderance of the evidence, which means more likely or not. The Joeckel Law Office will help you gather traditional evidence consisting of medical bills and police accident reports. We will further help you recover electronic data that will support your position.
Such electronic data includes Event Data Recorders. Event Data Recorders are much like Blackbox Flight Data Recorders in airplanes. Depending on the make and model of the 18-wheeler vehicle, Event Data Recorders will contain information pertaining to the truck’s speed and brake application. These numbers are often critical, and truck accident claims.
The Joeckel Law Office will also help you gather the Federal Government Safety Maintenance System. The Safety Maintenance System is a multi-state driving record, which is important because most truck drivers have out-of-state licenses. If the truck driver that caused the accident has any blemishes on his or her record, The Joeckel Law Office can use that information to strengthen your case.
Lastly, The Joeckel Law Office will help you gather the Electronic Logging Devices. Electronic Logging Devices are very important when dealing with a truck driver who caused an accident due to drowsiness. These claims are often common because drivers travel many hours each day. Moreover, because of the aggressive pay structures truck drivers operate under, they are incentivized to circumvent the hours of service they are allowed to operate. If the Electronic Logging Device shows that the truck drivers drive more than the eleven hours allowed under the law, this will greatly improve your case.
The fact is that most truck crash claims settle out of court. Therefore, it is important to trust a 35-year trial attorney to gather all the relevant information so that we can maximize the potential settlement and put the most money in your pocket.
Establishing Employer Liability
The truck driver’s employer is ultimately liable for the truck driver’s negligence. This legal doctrine is known as respondeat superior, and it has three prongs.
The first prong is the employee. Historically, employee used to mean a W-2 worker; however, under current law, employee has broader labeling, as it applies to anyone the employer controls. This would include owner-operators, independent contractors, and even some volunteers.
The second prong is the scope of employment. This often can be shown by the employee taking the intended route or driving on behalf of the employer. The Joeckel Law Office will work with you to prove that the employee was acting within the scope of their employment at the time of the accident.
The third prong is foreseeability. The Joeckel Law Office will help establish that the crash was foreseeable due to the driver’s negligence. This is important in establishing liability on behalf of the employer.
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