After a serious truck accident, it’s all too easy to assume that one party is solely responsible. However, injury claims aren’t always clear-cut. In some situations, plaintiffs contribute to their own injuries, and a truck accident attorney must contend with the issue of comparative negligence. Like most other states, Texas…
There are very few things as terrifying as being involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler on the highway. Fatalities are common in serious truck accidents, and rollovers by smaller vehicles is a regular occurrence. Seat belts and air bags tend to function well as safety devices in most cases,…
Many drivers purchase sport utility vehicles (SUVs) because they feel safer inside of them compared to a passenger car. When weather conditions become dangerous, they might feel safer, even when the SUV driver is driving in adverse weather and traffic conditions. It’s all a misconception though. SUVs are not really…
Texas roadways are traveled by 18-wheelers, tanker trucks, dump trucks, garbage trucks and other large and heavy trucks. Given the size and weight of these trucks, truck drivers and the companies that they carry goods or materials for have a legal duty to be free from carelessness and negligence. If…
Although the economy is booming across Texas, an unfortunate side effect has been a rise in truck accidents. Part of the reason behind the increase is simply that there are more trucks on the road due to growing industries in the region, including oil and gas. When you add in…
Commercial trucks and trailers can be more than 70 feet long and weigh up to 80,000 pounds. They’re gigantic pieces of machinery, and when impacting with a passenger vehicle at high speeds, they can crush that passenger vehicle. Victims are going to need the assistance of an experienced, aggressive and…
What Causes Tire Blowouts? Tire blowouts are an extremely common occurrence, and they are dangerous for any vehicle. However, tire blowouts are even more dangerous for commercial trucks because of their large size. Trucks also carry a large amount of cargo, which can make a tire blowout even more dangerous….
You are a careful and conscientious driver. When you get on the road, your main concern is for the safety of your passengers and your fellow drivers. You are especially alert around trucks. These large, lumbering vehicles must be given adequate space to move and maneuver, and you must ensure…
Truck Accident Injury Lawyer – Grapevine TX 18-wheeler Accident Attorney Serving the Grapevine TX Area. The trusted truck accident attorneys from the Law Offices of David Kohm take pride in the success we’ve achieved representing the victims of negligent drivers. Over the last 25 years, we have guided our clients…
Between the heavy equipment and hazardous materials, Texas oil and gas industry jobs are generally perceived as very dangerous. Contrary to popular belief, the biggest risks do not lie in working onsite. Many oil and gas fatalities happen on the road as a result of driver fatigue. Oil and gas…
