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Underride truck accidents are among the most devastating types of crashes on Texas roads. In these wrecks, a smaller vehicle slides underneath the back or side of a large commercial truck, often resulting in catastrophic injuries or fatalities. These accidents are particularly dangerous because the top of the smaller vehicle can be crushed, leading to life-threatening injuries for the occupants.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), hundreds of people die in underride accidents each year across the U.S., and Texas is no exception. The state’s high volume of commercial trucking activity, combined with long highways and rural roads, increases the risk of these and other tragic truck accidents.
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For families who have lost a loved one in an underride accident, the grief and pain are overwhelming. Surviving family members have the right to seek compensation through a wrongful death claim, which can help cover funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and emotional suffering. Wyatt Law Firm is here to support you through this difficult time and fight for justice on behalf of your loved one.
With over 40 years of experience and more than $1 billion recovered for our clients, we are San Antonio’s fiercest underride truck accident lawyers, dedicated to helping you recover physically, emotionally, and financially. If you were injured or a loved one was killed in an underride accident, contact us for a free consultation. We can answer your questions, explain your legal options, and help you decide what to do next.
Why Underride Accidents Happen
An underride truck accident occurs when a smaller vehicle collides with a large truck, such as an 18-wheeler or semi-truck, and becomes lodged underneath it. These accidents can happen with either the rear or the side of the truck and are typically severe because the smaller vehicle’s safety features, such as airbags and crumple zones, are rendered useless when the top of the vehicle is crushed.
Several factors can lead to underride truck accidents, many of which stem from the negligence of truck drivers, trucking companies, or other parties. The most common causes include:
- Lack of Proper Underride Guards: Trucks are required by law to have rear underride guards, but if they are poorly maintained or absent, smaller vehicles can slide underneath the truck during a collision.
- Sudden Stops by Trucks: If a truck stops suddenly without warning, a vehicle traveling behind it may not have enough time to brake, causing an underride collision.
- Improper Lane Changes by Truck Drivers: When truck drivers change lanes without signaling or checking their blind spots, smaller vehicles can become trapped and forced underneath the truck.
- Defective Truck Equipment: Faulty brakes, lighting, or underride guards can contribute to these types of accidents.
Victims of underride truck accidents often face severe injuries that require extensive medical treatment and long-term care. The amount of compensation you may be entitled to depends on the specifics of your case, such as the severity of your injuries, the long-term impact on your ability to work, and the level of negligence involved. Wyatt Law Firm fights to recover maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. If a loved one died in an underride accident, compensation may include funeral expenses, loss of companionship, and financial support for surviving family members.
Underride Accident Liability
In many underride truck accidents, liability falls on the truck driver, the trucking company, or a third party responsible for maintaining or manufacturing truck equipment. Here’s why:
- Truck Driver Negligence: If the driver was speeding, changing lanes recklessly, or failing to use proper signals, they could be held liable for the accident.
- Trucking Company Negligence: Companies are responsible for ensuring that their trucks are properly equipped with functioning underride guards and that drivers are trained to operate safely. If they fail in this duty, they can be held accountable.
- Manufacturing Defects: If defective truck parts, such as brakes or underride guards, contributed to the accident, the manufacturer may be held liable for the damages.
The costs associated with recovery can be staggering, making it crucial to pursue compensation for your losses. Wyatt Law Firm has extensive experience investigating the causes of underride accidents and holding the responsible parties accountable. We know how to build a strong case to demand you receive full compensation for your injuries or loss.
Why You Need Wyatt Law Firm to Protect Your Rights
Underride truck accidents are complicated, and pursuing compensation can be challenging, especially when dealing with large trucking companies and their insurers. On average, settlements for underride accidents in Texas can range from thousands to several million dollars.
Insurance companies may attempt to offer quick, lowball settlements, but Wyatt Law Firm will fight for the maximum compensation you deserve. Without legal representation, you may be at a disadvantage in negotiating a fair settlement. That’s why you need Wyatt Law Firm on your side.
Let San Antonio’s fiercest legal team stand by your side, build a strong case, and fight for the justice and compensation you need to move forward. With our no fee guarantee, you don’t pay unless we win. Contact us for a free consultation and compassionate legal guidance you can trust.