Texas has unique truck accident laws and high-volume commercial corridors. Understand your rights, the legal framework, and what your case might be worth.
$800K - $2.8M
Average Settlement Range
Varies by injury severity and liability
2 Years
Statute of Limitations
Time to file a personal injury lawsuit
Modified Comparative Negligence
Texas's Fault Rule (51% Bar)
Must be less than 51% at fault to recover
Trucks over 40,000 lbs must stay in the right lane on highways with 3+ lanes. Violations establish negligence.
Trucks are limited to 55 mph on rural highways and 70 mph on interstate highways. Speed violations are strong evidence of negligence.
Trucks must maintain safe following distance based on speed. Rear-end accidents often result in liability for the truck driver.
You can recover damages only if you're less than 51% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
You have 2 years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline bars recovery forever.
Trucking companies must carry minimum liability insurance of $750,000. Many carry significantly more due to high-volume operations.
Minor injuries (sprains, strains)
$40,000 - $120,000
Moderate injuries (fractures, lacerations)
$120,000 - $400,000
Serious injuries (head trauma, spinal injury)
$400,000 - $1,500,000
Catastrophic injuries (permanent disability, disfigurement)
$1,500,000 - $3,500,000+
Note: These ranges are based on typical settlements. Your case value depends on medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and liability strength. Texas's 51% bar rule means you must be less than 51% at fault to recover.
I-10 (Houston to San Antonio)
Heavy traffic, congestion
I-35 (Dallas to Austin)
High volume, weather hazards
I-45 (Dallas to Houston)
Extreme congestion, frequent accidents
I-20 (Dallas to Shreveport)
High-speed corridor, weather
US-77/83 (South Texas)
Long stretches, fatigue accidents
I-37 (Corpus Christi area)
Coastal weather, wind hazards
Contact Larry to discuss your truck accident and get personalized advice about your rights and potential settlement.
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