18 Wheeler Accident Lawyers Serving Austin, Texas
Injured in an 18 wheeler accident in Austin, TX? Medina & Medina fights for maximum compensation for truck crash victims across Texas. Free consultation.
An 18 wheeler collision can devastate a family in seconds. These massive trucks weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, and the sheer force of impact often leaves victims with catastrophic, life-altering injuries. At Medina & Medina, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll these crashes take on survivors and their loved ones, and we fight relentlessly to hold negligent trucking companies accountable.
Texas is one of the busiest freight corridors in the nation, with Interstate 35 running directly through Austin. The volume of 18 wheelers traveling through our city every day increases the risk of serious collisions for everyday drivers. When trucking companies and their drivers cut corners on safety, innocent people pay the price.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations govern every aspect of commercial trucking, from driver qualifications to vehicle maintenance. When a trucking company violates these regulations, they put everyone on the road at risk. Our legal team investigates every angle of your case, including driver logs, maintenance records, black box data, and the trucking company's safety history.
Under Texas law, you have a limited time to file a personal injury claim after a truck accident. The evidence that proves negligence can disappear quickly, so it is critical to contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible. Medina & Medina offers free consultations and works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Common Causes
- Driver fatigue from exceeding hours of service limits
- Distracted driving, including texting and phone use behind the wheel
- Speeding and aggressive driving in heavy traffic conditions
- Improperly maintained brakes, tires, and steering systems
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Inadequate driver training and hiring of unqualified operators
- Overloaded or improperly balanced cargo shifting during transit
Common Injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Broken bones and crushed limbs
- Internal organ damage and internal bleeding
- Severe burns from fuel fires and explosions
- Wrongful death
- Post-traumatic stress disorder and lasting psychological trauma
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