Truck Accidents Archives

Are truck drivers more likely to drive while drowsy?

Posted on November 27, 2018July 11, 2022

There are many things that can cause truck accidents, but one of the most common – and most dangerous – is drowsy driving. Drowsy driving happens when a driver is sleepy or fatigued, which can occur due to not sleeping enough or something else such as an untreated sleep disorder, medications, drinking alcohol or shift […]

Permian Basin – by the numbers

Posted on October 8, 2018April 20, 2023

· More than 7,000 active fields; · 250 miles wide and 300 miles long; · 4,991 drilling permits issued in 2018 so far; · Recent projections show an expected production of 5.4 million barrels per day (mbd) by 2023. With increased oilfield activity comes increased 18-wheeler and heavy truck traffic. With increased 18-wheeler traffic comes […]

Is the airbag system in your car safe?

Posted on February 24, 2017July 11, 2022

Some automobile recalls are for relatively minor mechanical defects that are easily fixed. However, anything to do with the auto safety features is potentially very serious. In the December 2016 automobile and component recall report issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), listed 18 recall notices involving defective airbags. Defects involving these vital […]

Significant Motor Vehicle Recalls For September 2016

Posted on November 22, 2016July 11, 2022

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) publishes a list of manufacturer recalls affecting motor vehicles and components each month. These are some of the most significant recall notices issued during September 2016: Vehicles Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to July 10, 2016. In the affected […]

Judge Confirms Record Breaking Verdict Against Fedex

Posted on July 27, 2016July 11, 2022

In the largest jury award in New Mexico history, a judge agreed to uphold a jury’s decision to grant $165 million in a wrongful death suit against FedEx. FedEx said it plans on appealing the decision. The lawsuit stemmed from a 2011 crash involving a FedEx truck in which a mother and her four-year-old daughter […]

Lowe’s Big Rig Rolls Over Near San Antonio’s Loop 1604

Posted on July 21, 2016April 20, 2023

A man is lucky to be alive after a Lowe’s big rig rolled over onto his pickup truck. The man was stopped at a light on Hausman Road near Loop 1604 in San Antonio when a car swerved in front of the big rig. The driver of the big rig swerved to avoid a collision, […]

Highway Truck Accidents Lead To Injuries

Posted on January 22, 2016July 11, 2022

There were two separate accidents involving trucks that led to extensive injuries and damages. On January 14, a case of mistaken identification led to a highway accident. According to the San Antonio Police Department, police officers followed a speeding truck they believed to be their suspect. They followed the big-rig downtown, by Hackberry and Commerce […]

Infographic: San Antonio Car Crashes On The Rise

Posted on January 18, 2016July 11, 2022

Car crashes in San Antonio and throughout Bexar County are on the rise. For example, from 2012-2013, fatal accidents in San Antonio increased by 23%. View our helpful infographic to learn more!

Resolve To Seek The Compensation You Deserve This New Year

Posted on January 7, 2016July 11, 2022

For many individuals, the New Year brings with it a sign of hope, potential, and possibility. As the clock strikes midnight, many people make resolutions to better themselves and make this the best year they have had yet. Unfortunately, not everyone is privileged enough to pursue normal goals and dreams. For some, this year can […]

5 Reasons To Contact An Attorney Before Speaking With Auto Insurance

Posted on December 4, 2015July 11, 2022

When you are involved in a car accident, the initial feelings of fear, frustration, and confusion can overshadow practicality. This is particularly true if you have been injured. Most people comply with the police questions, as they should, as well as following the instructions of their insurance company. However, your insurance company may not always […]