Houston Truck Accident Attorneys
Commercial Truck Accident Claims in Texas
If you or someone you love was involved in a crash with a semi-truck, 18-wheeler, or similar large truck or commercial vehicle, turn to the team at Mike Slocumb Law Firm for the legal help and representation you need. With decades of experience and more than $500 million in compensation recovered for our clients, we have what it takes to aggressively advocate for you.
When you trust our firm with your recovery, you free yourself to focus on your physical and emotional recovery while we handle all of the legal details of your case. Our Houston truck accident attorneys will begin an immediate investigation into the accident, gather important evidence in support of your claim, and handle all communication with the insurance company on your behalf. We are always prepared to take cases to trial if necessary, and we do not back down from even the toughest of challenges.
Call us today at (281) 595-1575 or submit a free online case evaluation formto learn how we can help with your truck accident case. Hablamos español.
What to Do After a Large Truck Accident
Being involved in any type ofcar accident is a stressful and often overwhelming experience. This is especially true after a collision with a large commercial vehicle. However, the steps you take immediately after the accident, as well as in the days and weeks that follow, are incredibly important. Knowing what to do—and what not to do—not only ensures your continued health and wellbeing but also protects your right to file a personal injury claim.
If you are able to, be sure to do the following after an accident with a large truck or commercial vehicle:
- Call 911 and/or seek immediate medical attention. Do not refuse medical care if you have been injured. If you need help finding a doctor or getting care, get in touch with our team at Mike Slocumb Law Firm.
- File a police report with local law enforcement. If possible, have the police come out to the scene of the accident and file the report with the responding officer. If you were unable to file a report at the scene, be sure to do so as soon as you are able to.
- Preserve any and all evidence you have from the accident. This might include things like pictures of the accident, your injuries, and your vehicle, as well as witness statements, copies of your medical records, and torn or bloodied clothing you were wearing at the time.
- Obtain the name, contact information, trucking company information, and insurance information of the involved truck driver (if possible), as well as any other pertinent details from the crash. Be sure to give this information to your attorney.
- Avoid discussing the crash with anyone other than your attorney. Do not talk to the trucking company or its insurance adjusters, and never sign anything or agree to a settlement without first speaking to a lawyer.
- Notify your insurance company about the accident as soon as possible. Depending on the specific language of your policy, you may be required to report the accident within several days or a couple of weeks at most.
- Most importantly, contact a truck accident attorney with experience handling these types of cases. Your attorney can advise you regarding your legal rights and options, as well as provide the information you need to move forward with your recovery.
In Texas, you only have two years from the date of the accident (in most cases) to file a truck accident injury lawsuit. We strongly recommend that you reach out to our team at Mike Slocumb Law Firm right away so that we can begin investigating your claim and building a powerful case on your behalf. The sooner you get in touch with us, the sooner we can begin fighting for the fair compensation you are owed.