Commercial vehicle and truck accidents can cause devastating injuries and complex legal challenges. When you’re up against major trucking companies and their insurers, you need strategic advocates who won’t back down. At Law Done Right® – Schreiber | Knockaert, PLLC, Joe Schreiber and Erik Knockaert personally handle your case, investigate every angle, and fight relentlessly for accountability and justice. We don’t just hand your file off to a paralegal or junior attorney: we stay by your side, focused and determined to get results.
What Are Commercial Vehicle & Truck Accidents?
Commercial vehicle and truck accidents involve collisions with large vehicles such as semi-trucks, delivery vans, tankers, or company-owned fleets used for business purposes. These often cause severe injuries and complex liability issues due to multiple parties, drivers, employers, and insurers being involved. At Law Done Right®, we investigate every factor, from driver fatigue and maintenance records to corporate negligence and federal trucking violations. Joe and Erik use strategic, detail-driven analysis to hold powerful companies accountable and pursue justice for those injured or grieving after these devastating accidents.
Common Reasons for Commercial Vehicle & Truck Accidents:
- Driver fatigue or falling asleep at the wheel
- Distracted driving or cell phone use while operating the vehicle
- Speeding or reckless driving to meet delivery deadlines
- Improperly loaded or overloaded cargo causing instability
- Poor vehicle maintenance or mechanical failure
- Inadequate driver training or supervision by employers
- Driving under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medications
- Hazardous road or weather conditions combined with poor judgment
- Negligent hiring or retention of unsafe or unqualified drivers
What Types of Compensation Are Available in
Commercial Vehicle & Truck Accidents?
At Law Done Right®, we take a strategic, detail-oriented approach to every commercial vehicle and truck accident case. Joe and Erik personally investigate the scene, review black box data, driver logs, and company maintenance records, and identify all responsible parties, from drivers to corporate employers and insurers. We focus on building a comprehensive claim that reflects the full scope of your losses and future needs.
Depending on your case, compensation may include:
- Medical expenses and rehabilitation costs
- Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and mental anguish
- Property damage or vehicle repair costs
- Loss of companionship or consortium
- Punitive damages for egregious or reckless conduct
Steps to Take After Commercial Vehicle & Truck Accidents:
- Call 911 and request medical assistance and police support
- Move to a safe location away from traffic if possible
- Gather information from the truck driver and witnesses
- Take photos and videos of the scene, vehicles, and injuries
- Avoid admitting fault or discussing details with insurers
- Seek immediate medical evaluation, even if injuries seem minor
- Preserve all records, bills, and communication related to the crash
- Contact Joe or Erik at Law Done Right® before speaking to insurance adjusters
Commercial Vehicle & Truck Accidents FAQs
What Should I Do if the Trucking Company’s Insurance Contacts Me?
You should not give a recorded statement or sign anything before speaking with an attorney. Insurance companies representing trucking corporations are skilled at minimizing payouts and may twist your words to limit liability. When you work with Law Done Right®, Joe and Erik handle all communications directly to ensure your rights and interests are fully protected.
Who Can Be Held Liable in a Commercial Vehicle or Truck Accident?
Truck accidents are rarely simple. Liability can extend beyond the driver to include the trucking company, the vehicle’s owner, maintenance contractors, manufacturers, or even the shipper that loaded the cargo. We analyze every detail, from driver logs and maintenance records to GPS data, to identify all responsible parties. Joe and Erik build cases strategically, targeting the real sources of negligence rather than just the obvious ones.
What Makes Truck Accident Cases More Complicated Than Regular Car Accidents?
Commercial truck cases involve federal and state regulations, complex insurance structures, and powerful corporate defendants. Trucking companies often have rapid-response legal teams ready to protect their interests immediately after a crash. We level that playing field by moving fast: preserving evidence, securing witnesses, and ensuring your story is heard. With Joe and Erik personally managing your case, you never get shortchanged by insurers.
How Long Do I Have to File a Truck Accident Claim in Texas?
In most Texas cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a claim. However, the sooner you take action, the stronger your case can be. Critical evidence like black box data and maintenance logs can disappear quickly. We urge you to contact us right away so we can preserve evidence and begin your case strategy immediately.
Go Call Joe or Erik
If you’ve been hurt in a commercial vehicle or truck accident, don’t face powerful corporations or insurance companies alone. Joe Schreiber and Erik Knockaert at Law Done Right® personally take on the tough cases other firms avoid: the ones that demand strategy, creativity, and grit. We’ll dig into the evidence, expose corporate negligence, and fight for the justice you deserve. You’ll always have direct access to us. Call us now, and let’s start building your case together.
