Every day, thousands of commercial trucks rumble through the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex – hauling freight across I-35E, I-20, I-30, and the LBJ Freeway. Dallas is a logistics powerhouse, but with this constant movement of 18-wheelers and delivery rigs comes danger. Our Dallas truck accident lawyers have seen the devastation time and again. A single moment of distraction, fatigue, or mechanical failure turns an ordinary commute into a life-changing tragedy.
For victims and their families, a truck accident isn’t just another collision. It is an event that can bring devastating injuries, financial hardship, and lasting emotional pain. These crashes often involve powerful corporations, complex federal regulations, and insurance companies that fight hard to protect their profits. That’s why it takes more than just determination to recover what you deserve. It takes experience, resources, and relentless legal advocacy.
At Kherkher Garcia, our Dallas truck accident lawyers stand up for individuals and families harmed by negligent truck drivers, careless trucking companies, and unsafe industry practices. We understand the unique challenges of pursuing truck accident claims in the DFW area and have the skill to uncover the truth, hold corporations accountable, and help victims rebuild their lives.
Why Truck Accidents in the DFW Area Are So Significant
The Dallas–Fort Worth region experiences a high number of truck and commercial‐vehicle crashes. Some estimates suggest that Dallas is one of the top counties for truck accidents in Texas, with as many as 1,740 truck crashes each year. The sheer size and weight of commercial vehicles, combined with high traffic density in the DFW area, means when a collision happens, the stakes are high: serious injury, death, catastrophic losses, complex liability issues.
As a whole, Texas sees an alarming number of auto accident injuries and deaths each year:
- In 2024, more than 251,000 people were injured in auto accidents.
- More than 18,000 of those injuries were serious.
- There were 430 fatal truck accidents across Texas in 2024.
If you were injured (or lost a loved one) in a truck accident around Dallas, you are facing more than a standard car crash. The legal, investigative and insurance issues are more challenging, and that’s why working with a law firm experienced in truck‐accident claims is so important.
How Truck Accident Claims Differ from “Regular” Car Accident Claims
Here are some of the key ways truck accident claims are more complex than accidents involving passenger (regular) cars:
Multiple Parties
In a typical car accident you might have two drivers and their insurers. In a truck accident, liability may implicate:
- The truck driver
- The trucking/hauling company (employer)
- The owner of the truck or trailer
- The cargo loader/shipping company (improper loading/over weight capacity)
- Maintenance or repair companies (if truck had mechanical defects)
- Vehicle or parts manufacturers (in defective-equipment cases)
Because multiple parties may be involved, investigating liability often requires more resources. A skilled attorney will obtain driver logs, maintenance records, company policies, cargo manifests, black box/telematics data, etc.
Severe Injuries and Higher Losses
Given their size and weight, commercial trucks can cause catastrophic damage. These losses may include long-term medical care, life‐altering injuries, expensive rehabilitation, lost earning capacity, pain & suffering, and in wrongful death cases, significant life‐loss damages for surviving family members.
Enhanced Legal/Regulatory Considerations
In Texas, there are some important legal and regulatory considerations to remember when considering filing a truck accident claim:
- There is a two-year statute of limitations for most personal‐injury and wrongful‐death claims after a truck accident.
- There is a comparative negligence (“fault”) rule in Texas. You can pursue damages if you bear 50% or less fault. However, if you are more than 50% at fault you are barred from recovery.
- There are liability doctrines such as vicarious liability (employer liable for employee’s negligence) or direct liability (trucking company’s own negligence) that often apply.
Insurance and Coverage Challenges
Trucking companies often carry higher insurance limits, but also may have corporate and contractual defenses. Uninsured or underinsured drivers/truckers may also complicate recovery. Given that there may be multiple parties and sources of coverage, a skilled attorney will know how to “fill the gaps” in coverage, pursue all responsible parties, and avoid leaving money on the table.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Understanding how truck accidents happen helps you spot whether negligence, or a pattern of negligence, is present. Some common causes include:
- Driver fatigue (violation of hours-of-service rules)
- Distracted driving (texting, phone calls)
- Speeding or reckless driving
- Improper loading or shifting cargo (causing rollovers)
- Mechanical failure (brakes, tires, steering)
- Inadequate maintenance or repairs
- Negligent hiring or training by the trucking company
Each of these may be evidence of negligence and open avenues of liability beyond the driver alone.
Injuries and Losses in Truck Accident Cases
Because trucks are so heavy and often traveling at highway speeds, the consequences for other motorists can be severe. Typical injuries and losses include:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Amputations
- Multiple fractures and internal injuries
- Burn injuries (in fuel-truck or cargo fires)
- Long-term rehabilitation costs, life-care planning
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity (present and future)
- Pain and suffering, emotional distress
- In wrongful-death cases: funeral/medical expenses, loss of companionship, loss of earning capacity of the deceased.
A truck accident lawyer will understand how to quantify all these losses and not just immediate medical bills.
Liability: Who Can Be Held Responsible?
One of the most critical elements of a truck accident case is determining who is liable. Liability determines who will pay if a verdict or settlement determine that compensation is appropriate. In truck accident cases, liability may rest with one or more of the following:
- The truck driver: If the driver violated rules or drove negligently.
- The trucking company/employer: Under vicarious liability or direct liability (if the company failed to train, violated safety rules, or hired a dangerous driver).
- The owner of the truck or trailer: Especially if different than the company and failed to insure/maintain the vehicle.
- Cargo loader/shipping company: If improper loading or cargo weight caused the crash.
- Maintenance / repair entities or equipment manufacturers: If a mechanical defect caused the crash.
- Government / road maintenance entity: In limited cases, if deficient road conditions or signage contributed to the collision.
Because many parties might share fault, a truck accident lawyer will investigate thoroughly by obtaining data recorders, driver logs, maintenance and hiring records and cargo manifests. Lawyers will also often consult experts to obtain their testimony regarding the circumstances of the accident.
Why Working with a Truck Accident Attorney Is Critical
When you are dealing with a serious truck crash in the DFW area, the decision to work with an attorney experienced in truck‐accident law can make a huge difference. Here’s why:
- Depth of investigation: Truck crash cases often require gathering complex evidence: electronic logs, black box/telematics, load data, maintenance histories, company hiring records.
- Experience with high stakes: Because injuries tend to be catastrophic and insurance companies know that, they often resist liability and minimize payouts. Experienced attorneys know how to negotiate or litigate in that environment.
- Multiple liable parties: As explained above, you may need to go after more than the driver’s insurer – e.g., the trucking company, owner of the rig, cargo loader, etc. A general car‐accident attorney may miss some of those angles.
- Complex insurance issues: Doubts about coverage, uninsured/underinsured parties, high limits, corporate defenses, and multiple insurers can complicate recovery.
- Maximizing recovery: An attorney can help ensure all of your losses – past and future – are captured. This may include life-care costs, lost future wages, pain & suffering, and if necessary, wrongful death claims.
- Statute of limitations & procedural rules: In Texas, and specifically for commercial truck cases, there are strict deadlines and procedural rules, including how and when to preserve evidence, how to deal with corporate defendants, and how to handle the regulatory records.
- Leveling the field: Large trucking companies have legal teams and resources. Victims often face powerful adversaries. Having an experienced attorney helps balance the power dynamic.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident in Dallas or the surrounding area, don’t assume the insurance company will handle it fairly. Having an attorney focused on truck accident law dramatically improves your chances of a full recovery.
What to Do After a Truck Accident in the Dallas Area
Here are some key steps to take if you are involved in a truck collision:
- Seek immediate medical attention and follow all doctor recommendations.
- Call 911 and be sure a police report is filed.
- Document the accident scene (photos/videos) if safe to do so.
- Get information from the truck driver (company, truck number, insurance) and take note of any identifying data (license, USDOT number).
- Preserve evidence. If possible take photos of damage, skid marks, truck signage, cargo condition, weather/road conditions.
- Get witness information (names/contacts).
- Contact an attorney experienced in truck-related claims as soon as possible – they can ensure key evidence is preserved (logbooks, data recorders, maintenance records).
- Avoid giving statements to insurance adjusters without your attorney present. What you say can impact any legal claims you may pursue.
- Keep records of all medical bills, treatments, missed work, wage loss, and other out-of-pocket expenses.
By acting promptly, you preserve the strongest possible case for liability and damages.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the statute of limitations for truck accident cases in Texas?
In most personal injury and wrongful death truck accident cases in Texas, you generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit. Waiting too long can jeopardize evidence preservation and your right to a claim.
How common are truck accidents in the Dallas area?
Truck accident collisions are unfortunately quite common in the DFW region. Dallas County is one of the highest‐volume counties in Texas for commercial motor vehicle crashes.
Who can be held liable after a truck crash in Dallas?
Multiple parties may share liability in a truck accident. This includes the truck driver, the trucking company or employer, the owner of the truck or trailer, the cargo loader or shipping company, maintenance or repair firms, or even a vehicle manufacturer under certain defects.
What types of injuries and losses can I recover compensation for?
You may be eligible for damages including: medical bills (past and future), rehabilitation costs, lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, out‐of‐pocket expenses, and vehicle repair or replacement. In wrongful death cases, compensation may include funeral expenses, loss of companionship, and life‐loss damages.
How does fault (comparative negligence) affect my case?
Texas uses a comparative fault rule: if you are found to be 50% or less at fault for the accident, you may pursue damages against other parties. But if you are more than 50% at fault, you are barred from recovery. Thus, it is critical to document your side of the case and have an attorney who can fight to minimize or eliminate your fault.
Should I hire an attorney for a truck accident in Dallas?
Yes. Given the complexity of truck accident litigation (multiple liable parties, large insurance carriers, complicated evidence, catastrophic injuries, regulatory issues), having an attorney experienced in truck accidents in the Dallas area is highly advisable. They help ensure you don’t accept a low settlement prematurely or miss out on full compensation.
What if the trucking company doesn’t have sufficient insurance?
If the trucking company or at‐fault party has inadequate insurance, your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage may come into play. Your attorney will assess all possible sources of recovery (including other liable parties) to maximize your claim.
Why Choose Kherkher Garcia for Your Dallas Truck‐Accident Case
At Kherkher Garcia, our team is well-versed in truck accident law throughout Texas, including Dallas and the DFW area. We understand the freight corridors, the local courts, the trucking industry practices, and the unique challenges of commercial vehicle litigation. When you choose us, you benefit from:
- A legal team that promptly investigates driver logs, telematics, maintenance records and other critical evidence.
- A focus on YOUR full recovery: We don’t just look at immediate medical bills – we plan for long-term care, rehabilitation, lost earnings and life impact.
- Proven strategies to pursue multiple liable parties and capture the full value of your case.
- Strong negotiation and trial experience – you won’t be handling a major trucking company alone.
- Compassionate support during one of the most stressful times of your life: we guide you, answer your questions, and keep you informed.
If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a truck crash in the Dallas area, you owe it to yourself to speak to a Dallas truck accident lawyer who knows the terrain. The sooner you act, the stronger your case.
Free Consultation with a Truck Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you care about has been injured in a commercial truck crash in the DFW area, please reach out to Kherkher Garcia today for a free, no-obligation consultation. Time is of the essence in accident cases. Let us guide you through this difficult time and fight for your rights.
Start your free consultation by calling us at 713-333-1030. You can also request more information or schedule a consultation by submitting our website contact form.
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