Austin Commercial Vehicle Accident Attorney - Fighting for Fair Compensation

Commercial vehicles include a variety of larger cargo-carrying vehicles, including 18 wheelers, buses, vans, tractors, and more. Accidents with any of these vehicles can be devastating to victims, with damages ranging from medical bills to lost wages and emotional suffering. If you’ve recently been involved in a commercial vehicle accident in Texas’s capital city, the Austin personal injury attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help.

While your incident in Austin TX may not match exactly with any listed below, recognizing some examples of these collisions may be helpful in identifying your own claim. It’s important to remember that each case is unique and legal action surrounding your accident should be customized to your specific situation as determined by your chosen Texas lawyer.

A few general commercial vehicle accident examples where an injured person is eligible to sue the driver or the company of the driver for compensation include, but are not limited to:

• Rear-end collision involving a commercial truck and another vehicle on the highway
• Pedestrian struck by a delivery truck while crossing the street at a crosswalk
• Cyclist involved in a collision with a commercial van making a turn at an intersection
• Multi-vehicle accident on the freeway involving a commercial semi-truck
• Motorcyclist hit by a commercial bus changing lanes without signaling
• Commercial vehicle driver falling asleep at the wheel and causing a head-on collision with another vehicle
• Employee injured in a company car accident while riding and performing work-related duties
• Construction worker injured by a commercial vehicle while working at a roadside construction site

Because of the larger size of these vehicles, injuries to victims are usually severe and property damage is significant. Regardless of if you were another driver, a pedestrian, a bicyclist, etc., in one of these collisions, consulting with an Austin commercial vehicle accident attorney will prove vital for your case. Call 800-862-1260 to schedule your FREE CASE REVIEW 24/7 at Carabin Shaw. Our team will ensure that justice is served and that maximum compensation is received as a result.

The following parties may be held accountable if their actions or negligence contributed to the accident.

• Driver of the commercial vehicle
• Trucking/commercial vehicle company (the company who owns or operates the vehicle in question)
• Vehicle manufacturer
• Cargo Loader
• Other third parties (other drivers, maintenance contractors, government agencies, etc.)

Such cases usually involve multiple parties and large insurance companies. They also require an extensive knowledge of state laws and regulations, making them difficult to handle without the help of a Commercial vehicle accident lawyer in Austin TX. Legal representation ensures that victims and their families understand their rights, receive proper medical treatment, and have a strong advocate to fight for justice while they focus on recovery.

As a commercial vehicle injured victim in Texas, you may be eligible for a few types of damages to compensate for your losses.

Economic damages are defined as “compensatory damages intended to compensate a claimant for actual economic or pecuniary loss.” These damages can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and punitive damages in certain cases of gross negligence or misconduct.

In Texas these damages are for intangible losses such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium (hindered companionship, affection, support, and intimacy of a spouse), and loss of enjoyment of life.

The experienced attorneys at Carabin Shaw are familiar with fighting on behalf of victims against big companies and large corporations who are looking for you to accept less than you are owed.

Take the first step towards justice today by scheduling a free case review with Carabin Shaw. We also offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, ensuring that you pay nothing unless we win your case. Call toll-free at 800-862-1260 today. Our English and Spanish-speaking staff are available 24/7 to assist you in your time of need.

Our team of dedicated legal professionals stands ready to advocate fiercely on your behalf. Our firm's reviews attest to our track record of success.

For more information:

• Texas Statutes 41
• TXDMV