Aggressive and Dedicated Truck Accident Lawyers
The personal injury lawyers at Fitts Zehl, LLP have successfully resolved hundreds of car and truck accidents cases throughout Texas and the United States on behalf of ours clients. Since 2007, Fitts Zehl has recovered over $100 million in damages through trial and settlement by refusing to accept inadequate settlement offers and devoting whatever resources are necessary to obtaining the maximum recovery for our clients. As a result, our trial lawyers have experience in virtually all types of commercial accident cases, including those involving 18-wheeler trucks, logging trucks, oil tankers, freight carriers, buses, delivery trucks, METRO Bus, and Fed-Ex and UPS trucks.
If you or a loved one were injured in a commercial vehicle accident, Contact us online or call 866-586-8988 to schedule a free, no-commitment consultation with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys.
Federal Regulations Involving Commercial Vehicles
Commercial vehicles and drivers must comply with numerous regulations set by the federal government. Drivers must:
- Get a certain amount of rest before operating the vehicle
- Operate the vehicle for a limited number of hours each day
- Keep a detailed log book that records the number of driving hours each day, departure from one state into another, condition of vehicle, etc.
- Obey weight restrictions
- Maintain truck safety
- Refrain from alcohol and illegal drug use
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Comply with federal regulations that govern the transportation of cargo and hazardous materials
In addition to complying with federal commercial vehicle laws, truck owners are required to maintain at least $750,000in liability insurance to cover property and personal injury damages.
Working Quickly to Investigate the Accident
The attorneys of Fitts Zehl, LLP, regularly work with accident reconstruction experts in commercial vehicle accident cases to establish liability. These experts investigate the scene of the accident, take measurements of the trucks, and gather additional information helpful in building a case. They also gather information from the truck's black box - the same type of device used in airplanes. This investigation is critical when showing the jury or judge how the accident could have been prevented.
To prevent their vehicles from being held out of commission for an extended amount of time, trucking companies are quick to repair their vehicles after an accident. By making repairs quickly, the truck companies destroy evidence critical to the investigation and affect your chances of recovery.
To prevent this from happening, our truck accident lawyers immediately send a preservation letter to the trucking company ordering them to maintain the vehicle in its post-accident condition. We then record the information gathered from inspecting the vehicle, and use it to build our case.
Aiming for Settlement, Ready for Litigation
Many times, our cases will resolve through settlement. When, however, the insurance company refuses to provide an adequate amount of compensation for serious injuries, we don't hesitate to file a lawsuit and begin preparing for trial. Because we regularly try cases in state and federal courts all over the state, we have the experience necessary to hold defendants and their insurance companies accountable.
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It is important to talk to an attorney soon after the accident because the insurance company will often try to settle the claim for an inadequate amount before you've had a chance to consult with an experienced accident lawyer.
Contact a Truck Accident Attorney in Houston
We offer a free initial consultation and are available for evening and weekend appointments. We work on a contingency-fee basis so that you pay nothing unless we win. Our offices are centrally located in the Galleria Financial Center. To contact a lawyer, call 866-586-8988.
