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Truck accidents often have catastrophic results, causing severe injuries and even deaths. In 2023, there were 3,871 commercial truck accidents in Dallas County . These crashes resulted in 43 fatalities, 118 serious injuries, and more than 1,450 minor or suspected injuries. If you’ve been hurt in a truck crash, our skilled Dallas truck accident lawyers can work quickly to get you the results you deserve.
You may be entitled to significant damages, but truck accident cases can be especially complex. You’ll need an experienced truck accident attorney to fight for you and pursue the full compensation you deserve.
The Dallas personal injury lawyers at Shamieh Law have the experience to tackle even the most challenging cases. We serve the Dallas community from our conveniently located office near the heart of downtown Dallas. Contact us today to get started with a free, no-obligation case review .
Shamieh Law Is Here for You After a Dallas Semi-Truck Accident
At Shamieh Law, we focus on service and results. We get to work on cases rapidly, using cutting-edge technology to get answers quickly for our truck accident clients. Our Dallas truck accident lawyers take cases on a contingency fee basis, so there are no upfront fees. You don’t pay unless we get you a payout.
Our all-star legal team gets training from the state’s top lawyers, along with doctors, adjusters, and safety experts. We have recognition from numerous professional organizations and publications, including the following:
- Super Lawyers
- Texas Lawyer
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
Our founding partner, Ramez Shamieh , boasts a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating —the highest possible—for his professionalism and ethics. Under his leadership, we have secured millions of dollars for deserving clients who suffered injuries in Dallas truck accidents.
At Shamieh Law, we believe in “ Winning With Awareness .” We treat everyone involved in your case with the compassion, respect, and dignity they deserve. Every client is like family, and we personalize our case strategy to their needs. This approach has led to outstanding results for our clients.
Owner and Personal Injury Lawyer
Ramez F. Shamieh is recognized as one of the premier trial lawyers in Texas and Louisiana. He has been featured in numerous publications, including USA Today, ESPN, Fox, and CBS, for his advocacy and justice for people across the country.
Commercial Truck Accident Settlements That Shamieh Law Has Secured
What Compensation Is Available in a Truck Accident Case?
You can seek recovery of your economic, non-economic, and punitive damages in your truck accident claim. Economic damages, such as medical bills and lost wages, compensate you for your financial losses. Non-economic damages address the emotional impacts of sometimes violent truck accidents, such as pain and suffering and PTSD.
Texas law allows punitive damages, also called exemplary damages, when plaintiffs show that the defendant’s actions involved fraud, malice, or gross negligence. For example, you might recover punitive damages if the truck driver was impaired or had a history of impaired driving, but the company hired them anyway.
Trucking companies must carry significant insurance coverage. Trucks carrying non-hazardous freight must have between $300,000 and $750,000 in coverage. Trucks carrying hazardous materials must have coverage ranging from $1 million to $5 million. These high limits can impact the compensation available for your claim.
There is no one average settlement in a truck accident claim. It depends on factors such as the nature and severity of the injury, the available insurance coverage, the number of parties at fault, and whether the driver or company violated trucking laws and regulations. The local legal landscape—which we know intimately based on our years of experience—also impacts the success of claims. We’ve seen it all and use that knowledge to build a solid case.
How Is Liability Affected in a Commercial Truck Accident Case?
Determining liability in a truck accident can be challenging because getting cargo from origin to destination involves many individuals and distinct entities. Liable parties in a truck accident may include:
- Truck drivers
- Trucking companies
- Cargo loaders
- Truck parts manufacturers and distributors
- Maintenance and repair crews
- Government entities
- Third-party contractors
- Other drivers
In 2021, the Texas State Legislature enacted House Bill 19, now codified under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 72.052, adding a new layer of complexity to truck accident liability determinations. The law splits these cases into two phases at the defendant’s request.
It requires claimants to prove liability against individual drivers before their employers. In effect, the law restricts the evidence juries hear in the trial’s first phase. When juries award compensatory damages in the first phase, they may be unaware of the complete liability picture.
No matter how your case proceeds, our Dallas truck accident attorneys have the skills, expertise, and resources to conduct a thorough, independent investigation to determine all the liable parties. Our litigators know how to navigate the law to fight for fair compensation.
How Comparative Negligence Affects Dallas Truck Accident Cases
The Texas comparative negligence law provides that a claimant must be 50 percent or less responsible for their accident to collect compensation. The claimant’s share of the blame reduces the recoverable damages proportionately.
For instance, suppose you were speeding while the truck driver illegally changed lanes to cause your accident. A court might find you 30 percent liable for your crash. If your damages were $1 million, you could only receive up to $700,000.
The at-fault party’s insurance company may try to leverage this law by unfairly shifting blame to you. Our truck accident lawyers in Dallas are well-versed in insurance company tactics. With our significant experience in injury cases, we’ve developed tried and true strategies to push back against such tactics.
Statute of Limitations in a Dallas Truck Accident Case
Under Texas law, plaintiffs in truck accidents must comply with a two-year statute of limitations. This means that they must file their claim seeking compensation from the at-fault party within two years from the date of injury or death. Though there are limited exceptions to this rule, failure to file before the correct deadline nearly always results in the dismissal of your case.
Avoid this result by consulting with a truck accident attorney as soon as possible after an accident. The top-tier legal team at Shamieh Law is here to get your case started on the strongest possible footing, including by ensuring it is filed before the all-important deadline.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Lawyer at Shamieh Law?
At Shamieh Law, our unique, holistic approach to the law extends to removing obstacles for victims. Financial concerns are not a roadblock to securing experienced, effective representation.
We take truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis. Under this arrangement, our fees are a pre-agreed percentage of any settlement or verdict we secure for you. You pay nothing unless we win your case, and because the percentage is pre-negotiated, there are no surprises.
We also offer free consultations, so there is no downside to having one of our Dallas truck accident lawyers review your case. We will advise you of your full legal rights and options at no cost.
Steps To Take After a Dallas Truck Accident
Protect your health and bolster a claim for damages by taking these steps:
- Seek medical attention: If you didn’t get emergency care, see your doctor immediately. Injuries such as whiplash and concussions often have delayed onset symptoms. Documentation of your injuries and treatment are crucial evidence.
- Keep a pain journal: Track your pain and other impacts of your accident so your attorney can tell your story compellingly.
- Beware of insurers: Don’t discuss your injuries or accident details with the other party or their insurers, and don’t release your medical records. They may twist your words and use your medical history against you. Cooperate with your own insurer, but don’t discuss details without your attorney present. Insurance companies profit by limiting payouts and don’t have your best interests at heart.
- Avoid social media: Insurers scour public posts for words or pictures they can use to deny or minimize claims.
- Consult with an attorney: Contact Shamieh Law before you sign anything from an insurance company. It may try to trick you into accepting a low-ball settlement.
Our truck accident lawyers in Dallas will gather evidence you cannot and deal with insurance companies so you can focus on your and your family’s health.
Shamieh Law Can Help After a Dallas Truck Accident
Accidents involving large commercial trucks are some of the most serious we handle in our personal injury practice. Victims often suffer seemingly insurmountable physical, emotional, and financial losses. Some must also cope with the loss of a loved one. If you have been injured in a truck accident, do not wait to have our experienced attorneys review your case.
At Shamieh Law, we understand our clients’ challenges. We proudly protect the rights of truck accident victims whose lives were turned upside down. Our attorneys have the experience, work ethic, communication skills, and track record to win.
If you have been injured in a Dallas truck accident, contact us today to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.
