Truck Accidents Archives

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 […]

Texas’ Fracking Boom Impacts The Rise Of Traffic Accident Rate

Posted on November 20, 2015April 20, 2023

Texas leads the nation in large vehicle accidents, according to the Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The state actually surpassed California’s number. Though Texas saw a reduction in the number of car accidents, it has since risen to lead the country. But why the rise? There are studies that show a distinct […]

How Overloaded Big Rigs Can Cause Accidents

Posted on October 23, 2015July 11, 2022

Every time a big rig is on the roads, there’s already an inherent danger present due to the large size of the truck. The pure weight alone can make it difficult for these trucks to stop in a timely manner or maneuver when a hazard arises. When you combine this with overloaded cargo, it can […]

18-wheeler Catches Fire After Collision

Posted on October 16, 2015July 11, 2022

On September 28, 2015, an 18-wheeler collided with a truck that was left parked overnight on the side of the road near Loop 410 and Rosa Parks Way on the 5300 block of East Houston Street. The collision caused the 18-wheeler to fly off of the highway. It eventually landed on an embankment and caught […]

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Accidents

Posted on October 9, 2015October 27, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Accidents In San Antonio Truck accidents in San Antonio are harrowing and shock all motorists in the vicinity. When motorists are on the road, the last thing they expect is that they will be in a truck accident. Unfortunately, these accidents happen so fast that you may not even know […]

Permian Basin, Eagle Ford Traffic Fatalities Reach Near 700 in 2014

Posted on July 6, 2015July 11, 2022

Last year, traffic fatalities in the Permian Basin increased 16 percent from 365 to 424 while traffic fatalities in the Eagle Ford Shale region increased 13 percent from 240 to 272. In both regions combined, there were approximately 8,600 accidents that resulted in injury or fatality. Accidents in this region are attributed to – in […]

Proposed Csa Bill Would Conceal Company Data

Posted on March 30, 2015July 11, 2022

A bill proposed by House Republican Lou Barletta concerning the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program would prevent the public from viewing motor carrier rankings and data. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) initiated the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program to improve the safety of large commercial trucksand buses in hopes of reducing crashes involving […]

Truck Height May Have Caused Fatal Big Rig Crash On I-35

Posted on March 26, 2015July 11, 2022

One is confirmed dead and another three injured after a crash on an Interstate 35 bridge in Salado, Texas. This morning at around 11am, emergency personnel responded to reports of a serious crash on Interstate 35 in Salado, Texas. The Texas Department of Transportation has confirmed that the crash and subsequent partial bridge collapse was […]