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18-Wheeler Big Rig Truck Wreck News

Every year, the roads are filled with more large commercial trucks (18 wheelers, big rigs, semi trucks, etc.) that dominate the road shared with much smaller, personal vehicles the rest of us drive. The increase in truck traffic has also caused a rise in commercial truck collisions. Driver error is the number one cause of truck collisions, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Unfortunately, if you or your family has been harmed by a truck driver's negligence, the trucking company and their insurer are not going to just hand over fair compensation. In fact, they and their investigators and lawyers will start to work immediately to limit their liability at your personal expense.

Our firm's primary office is in Amarillo, a central location between New Mexico and Oklahoma, which are all connected by Interstate 40, a roadway with heavy truck traffic transporting goods from coast to coast. Our attorneys are licensed in all three states.

The 18-wheeler semi truck wreck attorneys at Lovell, Lovell, Newsom & Isern, LLP have substantial experience in handling truck collision cases. This experience includes immediate investigation of the collision scene, truck company, and its driver, not to mention the experience and skill in preparing and trying a large truck wreck case.

If you or you family have been involved in an accident with a commercial vehicle please give the 18-wheeler truck wreck attorneys at Lovell, Lovell, Newsom & Isern, L.L.P a call for a free consultation. (806) 373-1515.

December 08, 2011

Weslaco 18-Wheeler Wreck Injuries Several People

According to the Texas DPS several people had to be rushed to the hospital after an accident involving an 18-wheeler semi and a car. The semi truck wreck occurred on Expressway 83 late Thursday afternoon. Several people were injured in the 18-wheeler semi truck wreck. Large amounts of diesel fuel spilled and traffic was backed up for miles.

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December 06, 2011

18-Wheeler Semi-Truck Wreck Kills Man In Nashville

An 18-wheeler tractor trailer and a SUV were involved in a decimating crash on the I-24 killing a local man. The driver of the SUV lost control and became stuck in the mud and once dislodged, collided with the oncoming tractor trailer. It appears both vehicles then caught fire. Officials diverted traffic as the investigation is ongoing.

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18-Wheeler Semi-truck Driver Lucky To Survive Wreck

An 18-wheeler semi-truck driver is lucky to be alive after a massive tractor trailer wreck. The semi-truck wreck occurred when the driver lost control and was ejected from the cab and trapped underneath the semi. The fire department had to cut part of the truck to free the semi-truck driver, he was taken to the hospital in stable condition.

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December 05, 2011

Newport Woman Dies In 18-Wheeler Semi-Truck Wreck

A woman was killed an a man suffered major injuries after the SUV they were driving collided with a semi-truck. The accident occurred on Interstate 15. the driver and passenger were airlifted to a Las Vegas hospital with major injuries, while the driver of the semi-truck didn't suffer any injuries.

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18-Wheeler Tractor Trailer Wreck Leaves One Dead in Texas

An 18-wheeler wreck in Texas has taken the life of one in Bell County. The DPS believes that the foggy conditions were the cause of the wreck. Two people in the 18-wheeler semi truck was also taken to the hospital. There were reports of an explosion and fire from the wreck.

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I-35 Tractor Trailer Wreck Kills Two

Officials continue to investigate the wreck which occurred early Monday morning, killing the driver and a passenger inside the car. The police believe that the weather which was wet caused the car to lose control, when then spun out in front of the 18-wheeler. The driver of passenger in the car died immediately, while the driver of the 18-wheeler was uninjured.

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December 03, 2011

I-40 Closed Due to 18-Wheeler Truck Wreck

An 18-wheeler truck wreck closed the I-40 near Oklahoma City as the overturned tractor trailer was carrying hazardous material. The 18-wheeler semi wreck shut down the east and west side of the I-40 while officials struggled to clean up the spill. The tractor trailer was transporting highly flammable material.

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December 01, 2011

18-Wheeler Tractor Trailer Goes Off Bridge Driver Survives

An 18-wheeler driver was lucky to be alive after crashing and driving off the I-44 bridge. The driver of the semi lost control and went off the bridge of S. Independence Avenue. The driver's leg was trapped and had to be freed by Oklahoma Firefighters.

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I-40 Tractor Trailer Wreck Injuries Two Kills One

A New Mexico 18-wheeler truck wreck has killed one and injured two after the semi-truck crashed into each other on the I-40 near Grant New Mexico. The police say one 18-wheeler was pulling back onto the I-40 when it was hit by the other semi-truck. Officials believe the driver of the other tractor trailer may have fallen asleep while driving. The passenger in one of the 18-wheeler trucks died at the scene while the drivers of the 18-wheeler semi-truck were taken to the hospital.

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What to do after an Accident

CHECK FOR INJURIES - After checking to see if you or any other passengers are injured, say as little as possible about the accident. Apologizing or making excuses can be taken as an admission of fault.
REPORT THE ACCIDENT - Report the accident right away. If you are driving for your employer, report the accident to your employer and include information such as the date, time, location of the accident, and whether or not anyone is hurt.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION - Obtain medical attention quickly. Because some injuries may not be noticeable immediately, you should err on the side of caution and see a doctor regardless of how your feel.
CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY - Notify your insurance company.
MAINTAIN DETAILED RECORDS - Keep detailed records of everything involving the accident; you may need to use these details as evidence.
OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE - Whether you are the driver of a passenger vehicle or the driver of a commercial vehicle, you will need a knowledgeable and experienced truck accident attorney for advice on how to handle your case.