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Texas Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are more prevalent than most people are aware of. Thousands of these types of accidents take place every year in the United States, and statistics show how this issue is not improving. Roughly 500,000 incidences occur each year, with about 5,000 ending in death. A qualified Texas truck accident attorney will probably know that out of the 5,040 fatal traffic accidents that occurred in 2003, 438 involved these vehicles. This showed an increase from the previous year, which witnessed 401 of such accidents.
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Given the time-sensitive nature of truck driving, many believe that the main reason behind these types of catastrophes is speeding, but there are a number of additional causes attributed to these tragic events:
- underqualified /undertrained drivers
- driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs
- lack of sufficient rest and sleep
- overloading/insecurely loading the truck
- failing to ensure that the cargo is safe before and during the trip
- driving too closely to other vehicles
- blind spots
It is obvious that a truck accident usually involves two very disproportionate parties: the truck and a smaller vehicle or a pedestrian. Hence, in the state of Texas the results are much more fatal for truck accidents than any other type of motor vehicle collision. In fact, there is data that shows that one out of every nine motor vehicle accidents involves a truck, with about 94% of these resulting in the death or serious injury of the people in the vehicle that collided with the truck. If you have sustained injuries, a Texas truck accident attorney can help protect your rights and get you the compensation you deserve.
Are you in need of a Texas truck accident attorney? Contact our law firm’s Texas truck accident attorney to get help with your case today!
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Law Offices of
Lawrence D. Tackett, P.L.L.C.
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