Corpus Christi Passengers Involved in an 18 Wheeler Accident

Considered by some to be the capital of the Gulf Coast, Corpus Christi is the eighth most-populated city in Texas. Its size and location make it a popular hub for the state’s bustling shipping industry, with 18-wheeler trucks and semis making up a significant portion of the traffic in the area. Unfortunately, more trucks on the roads can also mean an increase in accidents involving 18-wheelers, and passengers are often the victims in these crashes. If you or a loved one has recently been hurt in one of these accidents, the Texas truck accident lawyers at Carabin Shaw will help you pursue compensation for your injuries.

Corpus Christi saw an alarming 7,685 motor vehicle accidents in 2022. While this pales in comparison to busier cities like Dallas, it is higher than many other Texas locations. Corpus Christi’s county Nueces had 390 crashes involving commercial motor vehicles during that same year. The attorneys at Carabin Shaw represent people who have suffered a Corpus Christi 18 wheeler accident passenger injury, protecting their rights and helping them get compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other hardships as a result of their accident. We offer free case reviews with English- and Spanish-speaking representatives available to talk to you 24/7. Contact us today at 800-862-1260.

While a driver has some amount of control over a vehicle, a passenger is rarely responsible for causing an accident and relatively helpless to prevent one. However, if a passenger is injured during an accident, they may be entitled to compensation by one of the drivers of the vehicles or the trucking company if a commercial vehicle was involved. Determining liability may involve multiple parties, making it difficult to determine where to begin the process.

Texas law holds employers responsible for the actions of their employees under a legal doctrine known as respondeat superior. This means that if a truck driver’s negligent actions caused a crash, the company the driver works for may also be held liable for victims’ injuries. In addition, third parties may be involved in negligence that caused the accident. For example, a mistake in the design of the vehicle or failure by a mechanic to maintain the truck could broaden the scope of liability.

Accidents can also be due to negligence by the driver of the other vehicle involved, making that vehicle’s driver liable for your injuries. Insurance companies often get involved in this already complicated process, often trying to get accident victims to settle for much less than they might be entitled to under the law. Because liability can be multifaceted and complex, seeking guidance from an experienced lawyer ensures your rights are protected and you get all the compensation you deserve.

A semi-truck crash can change your life in a moment. Afterward, you may require ongoing medical treatment and you may be unable to work for an extensive time. Your Corpus Christi 18 wheeler truck accident lawyer will help you pursue all of the compensation you are entitled to, which might include:

• Medical treatment immediately following the crash
• Surgery and hospitalization for injuries
• Lost wages while you recover from your injuries
• Potential future medical bills for long-lasting injuries or disability
• Pain and suffering from immediate injuries and future disability
• Future lost wages due to resulting disability
• Damage to property in the vehicle at the time of the crash

After an accident, it can feel like your life has come to a complete stop. The financial burden of medical bills when you can’t work can be overwhelming. You need to know how to pay your bills so you can focus fully on your recovery. That’s where our team at Carabin Shaw can help.

We help accident victims get the necessary compensation to put their lives back together. We offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, which means you don’t owe a dime unless we win your case for you. Check out our reviews to see what previous clients are saying about our service.

Don’t wait to get the help you need. Contact our office today at 800-862-1260 and let us get you all the compensation you deserve.

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