There was a deadly accident involving an 18-wheeler in San Marcos, Texas on May 19, 2023. During the incident, an 18-wheeler carrying gravel struck the concrete median on Interstate 35 after experiencing a tire blow out. The gravel then hit a second vehicle on the roadway. The drivers of both vehicles were killed in the crash.
There have been a number of recent trucking accidents, resulting in severe injuries and sometimes death. There was a collision between a train and an 18-wheeler in Barstow, Texas on May 5, 2023. There was an 18-wheeler accident in Jefferson County, Texas on May 10, 2023. There was an accident involving two 18-wheelers in Ellis County, Texas on May 17, 2023.
Safe trucking companies must take adequate precautions to ensure that their drivers do not severely injure or kill members of the public in a trucking accident. Industry standards require trucking companies to regularly inspect their equipment, including their tires. Safe companies must also supervise their driver to ensure that the company’s policies and procedures have been followed. Of course, technological advancements may pose additional hazards. It goes without saying that an 18-wheeler must yield to other cars on the roadway. 18-wheelers pose significant risks on the roadway.
Spagnoletti Law Firm has attorneys licensed in Texas, Florida, and New York. We have handled numerous cases involving 18-wheeler accidents in both federal and state court across the country. Our attorneys have extensive experience and the skills needed to aggressively represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or been seriously injured in a trucking or commercial vehicle accident. The experienced 18-wheeler accident attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm have previously been involved in similar cases and can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was involved in a trucking accident. Please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or 877-678-5864 to learn more about your legal rights.