Houston 18-Wheeler and Truck Accident Attorney
Experienced Help After a Texas Truck Crash
Trucking collisions are different from routine wrecks. The size and weight of a fully loaded 18-wheeler can cause life changing harm in seconds. The Arnsworth Law Firm represents victims of commercial truck crashes across Houston, Harris County, and statewide. Work directly with a Houston truck accident lawyer who moves quickly to protect your rights, preserve critical evidence, and pursue the full compensation you need for medical care, lost income, and long term recovery.
We investigate crashes along I-10, I-45, US-59, Beltway 8, and the 610 Loop, as well as corridors serving the Port of Houston and major distribution hubs. If your case involves cars or motorcycles as well, our team coordinates with the attorneys who handle
motor vehicle accidents to build a complete strategy.
Why Truck Accidents Are More Complex
Multiple liable parties, including driver, carrier, maintenance shop, and cargo loader
Federal safety rules and hours-of-service limits to analyze
Black box data, driver logs, GPS, and inspection records to secure
High policy limits and aggressive insurer response teams
Early spoliation letters required to preserve critical evidence
Common Causes on Texas Highways
Driver fatigue and hours-of-service violations
Distracted or impaired driving on long routes
Overloaded or improperly secured cargo
Brake failure, tire blowouts, and poor maintenance
Speeding, unsafe lane changes, and following too closely
Identifying Every Responsible Party
Liability often extends beyond the driver. We examine whether the carrier pushed unrealistic delivery schedules, failed to train or supervise, or ignored maintenance defects. Cargo contractors and parts manufacturers may also share responsibility. Our team collects electronic control module data, pulls telematics and dispatch records, interviews witnesses, and works with reconstruction experts to show exactly what went wrong. If a fatality occurred, we guide families toward a potential
wrongful death claim with the care and attention they deserve. For crashes involving smaller vehicles, we coordinate across our broader
practice areas to ensure every claim is preserved.
Answers to Common Truck Accident Questions
What should I do after an 18-wheeler accident in Texas?
Call 911, get medical care, photograph vehicles and skid marks, collect the driver’s and carrier’s information, and identify witnesses. Do not speak with the trucking company or its insurer before you consult your attorney.
Can I sue the trucking company?
Often yes. Employers are typically responsible for an employee’s negligence and may be directly liable for poor hiring, training, supervision, or maintenance practices. We identify all insurance policies and parties to maximize recovery.
How are truck accidents different from car accidents?
They involve federal safety rules, electronic data, and higher policy limits. Carriers often deploy response teams immediately. Preserving evidence quickly can change the outcome of the case.
What if I was partly at fault or it was a multi-vehicle pileup?
Texas comparative negligence rules may reduce recovery by your percentage of fault, but you can still recover if you are less than 51 percent responsible. We sort out complex chain-reaction liability.
How much insurance is available?
Commercial carriers are required to carry higher minimum limits, and many policies exceed those minimums. Insurers fight these claims hard, which is why focused litigation experience matters.
The Arnsworth Law Firm Is Ready to Act
Trucking companies move quickly. We move faster. If you were injured on I-10, the Katy Freeway, or any Texas roadway, call The Arnsworth Law Firm for
free consultation and immediate guidance. We can meet by phone or video if injuries limit travel.