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Semi-Truck Accidents in Fort Worth, TX

An experienced semi-truck accident lawyer will handle your claim

Also known as 18-wheelers, semi-trucks should not be confused with semi-trailers. Semi-trucks are the part of a tractor-trailer often known as the truck cab. Semi-trailers are the trailer part of the truck attached to semi-trucks.

Semi-trucks are sometimes seen driving independently. But even without a massive cargo trailer, their size and weight can cause a catastrophic accident if driven negligently, especially when semi-trucks crash into smaller passenger vehicles. A jackknife accident, rollover crash or underride accident can leave people with devastating injuries. A fatal semi-truck accident leaves families grieving a loved one.

Trailer-involved crashes in Texas contribute to a significant number of fatalities annually, making them a major safety concern on our roads. Source: Texas Department of TransportationWith so much liability at stake, truck companies will stop at nothing to deny any wrongdoing on their part, or on their driver’s part. That’s why you need an experienced semi-truck accident attorney who knows how to handle accidents involving semi-trucks to help you with your lawsuit. If the negligence of a semi-truck driver caused your injury, Coby L. Wooten, Attorney at Law will get to the bottom of it and work to maximize your compensation. His law firm handles cases in Fort Worth, Dallas and other surrounding areas.

Frequently asked questions about Fort Worth semi-truck accidents

What caused your semi-truck accident?

There are a number of reasons why semi-truck accidents happen, and they are almost always attributed to negligence on the part of the driver or his or her company. They include but are not limited to:

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What is a semi-truck's black box?

Semi-truck sitting damaged in the road in Fort Worth after a truck accidentThe “black box” is a colloquial term for several recording devices found in tractor-trailers, including the electronic control module (ECM), electronic logging device (ELD) and event data recorder (EDR). These systems record information including speed, direction of travel, whether cruise control was engaged, and whether the brakes were deployed. When a semi-truck is involved in a crash, the black box records data that can be used to determine fault. For example, if the trucker was speeding or failed to hit the brakes prior to impact, the black box would record that information. Your attorney can help secure this important information before it’s lost or destroyed.

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How much is my truck accident case worth?

There is no single average semi-truck accident settlement because the value varies from case to case. Settlements for semi-truck accidents can range anywhere from $20,000 to $5,000,000, but it’s important to understand that your case may fall below or exceed this range depending on its unique factors. Factors including negligence, injury severity, pain and suffering, medical bills, lost wages, and wrongful death will all affect your case settlement.

If you have questions on the value of your case, contact a semi-truck accident lawyer. We have the knowledge and experience to investigate your semi-truck accident and determine an estimated settlement. We’ve successfully obtained significant settlements and verdicts for our clients, including a $1.15 million settlement for a fatal truck accident involving multiple defendants. We also won a $1.8 million settlement for a client who suffered a closed head injury in a truck accident.

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How do I deal with major trucking companies in Texas?

If you've been in a crash with a semi-truck, you're likely facing a powerful trucking company with deep pockets and a team of lawyers ready to protect their bottom line. Companies such as Schneider National, J.B. Hunt, Swift Transportation, Werner Enterprises, Knight Transportation, XPO Logistics, Old Dominion Freight Line, UPS Freight, FedEx Freight, and Yellow Corporation (formerly YRC Worldwide) all have aggressive insurance providers working to reduce or outright deny your claim.

These companies will do everything they can to avoid taking responsibility. They might deny liability, even when the evidence suggests their driver was at fault. They often delay the claims process, hoping you'll get frustrated and settle for less than you deserve.

In some cases, they’ll try to dispute the extent of your injuries and claim they aren’t as serious as you say or that they existed before the crash. Some companies have even been known to alter or destroy critical evidence, such as black box data or driver logs, to cover their tracks.

To protect yourself, it’s important to act fast. Avoid speaking directly to the trucking company or its insurance provider. Trucking companies move quickly to protect themselves, and you need someone who will fight just as hard for you. Coby L. Wooten, Attorney at Law, has spent decades taking on large trucking companies and their insurers. He understands their tactics and knows how to counter them.

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Take your claim seriously from the start

Following an accident with a semi-truck, you should always call 911 and seek immediate medical attention. If you’re able to do so, taking pictures and speaking to witnesses are great ways to build a strong claim.

It’s best to take your claim seriously from the start, especially when dealing with a truck driver and his or her company. Don’t count on trucking companies and their insurance providers to compensate you for your medical bills, loss of wages and suffering. They’re only interested in keeping their costs down, and they’ll go to great lengths to do that. They may even try to pin the blame on you or downplay the extent of your injuries.

But with Coby L. Wooten, Attorney at Law on your side, trucking companies and their insurance providers won’t even think about jerking you around. The last thing they want is to go to trial. And if they refuse to pay, we will have no problem taking them to trial.

We don’t use case managers here. A lawyer will personally handle your case every step of the way. Put more then 30 years of legal experience to work for you. If you have been injured in a semi-truck accident, don’t hesitate to contact Wooten for a free case evaluation, or simply call our Fort Worth office at 817-632-8400.

Coby L. Wooten Attorney at Law, P.C.

1301 Ballinger St. #100
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Toll Free: 877-960-1279
Local: 817-502-9284

Meetings outside of Fort Worth are available by appointment.

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