There was an 18-wheeler crash in Hays County, Texas on November 30, 2023. According to reports, an 18-wheeler collided with multiple vehicles that were stopped at a red light on the highway. At least six vehicles were involved in the crash. Multiple injuries were reported. At this time it appears the driver of the 18-wheeler failed to bring the truck to a stop despite the other vehicles on the roadway being stopped at a red light. The accident remains under investigation.
There have been a number of recent trucking accidents, resulting in severe injuries and sometimes death. There was an 18-wheeler crash on I35 near Troy, Texas on November 14, 2023. There was an 18-wheeler crash in Crosby County, Texas on November 16, 2023. An 18-wheeler sand hauler was in an accident with a personal vehicle near San Angelo, Texas on November 17, 2023. There was an accident between a train and a semi-truck in Hutto, Texas on November 20, 2023. There was an 18-wheeler crash on Interstate 10 westbound near Highway 6 in Houston, Texas on November 22, 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, New Mexico 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 to learn more about your legal rights.