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Jackknife Accidents

A large commercial truck consists of a cab and a trailer. The cab is where the engine is located and where the driver operates the truck. The trailer attaches to the back of the cab. When an accident occurs, sometimes the cab and the trailer end up going in different directions. The cab goes one way while the trailer turns in another direction.

Jackknifing can occur due to sudden stopping, improper lane changes, inadequate load securement, and other factors. When the truck jackknifes, it may lead to a multiple vehicle collision because cars behind the truck cannot stop and quickly get blocked by the considerable tractor-trailer. Sometimes the force of the accident causes the truck to tip or roll onto its side. In almost every case, a jackknife of a big rig involves driver error or negligence.

Commercial trucks are regular in the Houston area. We need large semi-trucks to deliver goods across the country. Unfortunately, sharing the road with 18-wheelers can be dangerous. Big rigs can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, making the vehicles difficult to control during an accident.

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, about every two minutes, a person is injured in a vehicle accident. About every two and a half hours, a person is killed on our roadways. Many of these accidents involved large commercial trucks that jackknifed

Injuries Due to Jackknifed Trucks

Jackknifed trucks are among the most dangerous vehicles on the highway. Trucks are often traveling at a high rate of speed when they suddenly and without warning skid into a jackknife position. The result is often a severe collision with other vehicles that end up causing severe injuries and fatalities. Some of the most common injuries in truck accidents include neck and back injuries, such as whiplash, head trauma, broken bones, crush injuries, internal organ damage, and more.

Victims often require immediate emergency medical attention. Some injuries can be life-threatening and may result in lifelong disabilities. We have represented many families in wrongful death lawsuits after their loved one was killed in a jackknife accident.

Some of our Victories from Jackknife Accidents

Our truck accident lawyers have represented families of loved ones killed in jackknife accidents, individuals severely injured, and about everything in-between. Our truck accident experience in collecting multi-million-dollar 18 wheeler accident settlements is exceptional. If you can find a better attorney for your case- hire them!

In one of our recent cases, a big rig jackknifed across the roadway killing an innocent mom. After filing the lawsuit and preparing for trial, the truckers insurance company tendered their substantial policy limits to settle the case.
In another jackknife accident case, we represented an injured truck driver who lost control over his semi-truck and jackknifed across the roadway killing a dad and son. His prior attorneys dropped the case and he hired us. After much hard work, we were able to prove negligence by the trucking company and also the maintenance company. Our client received a high multi-million dollar confidential settlement that was more money than the other “truck accident attorneys” received for the deaths of two innocent people, the father, and son.
We represented the family of a wife and mother who was killed on the way to work. The 18-wheeler jackknifed across the highway, cutting off the possibility of an evasive maneuver. The company settled with our wrongful death lawyer for its substantial policy limits, and the driver who was improperly trained no longer drives a truck.
Our truck wreck attorneys represented a family injured when traffic came to a sudden stop on the highway and a semi-truck jackknifed when the trucker slammed on the brakes. The case was settled before trial for a confidential amount and our clients were very happy!
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Steps to Take After a Truck Accident

Truck accidents are often more severe than other types of crashes, and resolving them can be complicated. Immediately call the police to report the accident and obtain a police report. Law enforcement will document the accident, secure the scene, summon paramedics, and gather essential details of the crash, such as witness and driver statements. Seek medical attention as soon as possible following the accident. Always follow your doctor’s orders to the letter. Stay off social media.

Remember that some injuries may not be immediately apparent but will show up some hours later. Contact the best truck accident attorney after the crash. If we accept your case, we will take care of the legal issues while you focus on your recovery. We will seek to hold the negligent driver or trucking company responsible for paying full damages. Some of the damages may include current and future medical bills, lost wages, and money for pain and suffering, mental anguish, and other losses.

If you were seriously hurt in a truck accident, or if you have lost a family member- do not delay. The sooner you talk with an experienced personal injury attorney, the more likely you are to recover the full compensation you deserve.

Filing a Lawsuit for A Jackknife Truck Accident

There are time limits in Texas for filing a personal injury or wrongful death case stemming from a jackknife truck accident. Additionally, early investigation of a truck accident is always helpful for your case and can be vital with a jackknife crash.

Generally, the lawsuit will be filed in one of two places, either the county where the crash occurred or where one of the defendants may reside. A Houston truck accident lawyer will analyze your situation and develop a strategy for advancing your case.

Jackknife crashes are usually the fault of driver error. However, other persons or companies can be responsible or partly responsible for a crash. The sooner you contact our truck accident lawyers for investigation of your case the quicker we can help you. Do not delay but contact us now.

Who is Responsible for a Jackknife Accident?

Most jackknife accidents that we have handled involved driver error. While some of the crashes that we have litigated involved very experienced truck drivers’ others were drivers that were new and inexperienced.

Trucking companies must train their drivers and follow the trucking regulations designed to protect the public. Jackknife accidents are preventable accidents and prudence by a driver should prevent the jackknife collision.

One of the first steps in the investigation of a big rig crash where the tractor-trailer jackknifed is to obtain the driver’s qualification file and examine the training given to the driver.

How do Jackknife Crashes Happen?

Jackknife accidents happen when there is a difference in speed between the tractor and the trailer. Usually, this is in a braking application and often when traffic ahead slows down or stops, and the driver has not allowed a safe distance between the traffic ahead.

A crash can also occur with a steering application that slows down the cab but not the trailer. Once a sufficient angle is created it can reach the point of no return very quickly. At that point, it does not matter what the truck driver does, he is along for the ride.

We have won numerous jackknife truck accident cases and recovered millions for our clients in those cases. We are undefeated in trucking accident cases for over three decades. Put our experience to work on your case!

Call the Houston Jackknife Accident Lawyers with Experience Winning Jackknife Collision Cases!

We have been helping injured Texans for over three decades. If you or someone you love was hurt in a commercial vehicle accident, call, and speak with the most experienced Houston truck accident lawyer as soon as possible. Or truck accident law firm has been holding truck drivers and trucking companies responsible for over 35 years.

Call us to get started right away at (281) 587-1111. Never a charge or obligation for an initial consultation about your accident. Our representation is based on getting paid only if you get compensation!