At Charles J. Argento, our experienced truck accident attorney in Houston knows that just about everyone with a driver’s license in Texas knows what a “Jackknifed Semi-Truck” is, and how terrifying it is to see one.
The term jackknife refers to a Semi-Truck accident that causes the large commercial vehicle’s two parts — the cab and trailer — to fold at the point where they connect, swiveling at the fifth wheel at a 90-degree angle ending in the shape of the letters L or V.
Our Harris County truck accident lawyer also knows that when semi-trucks jackknife on our busy interstates, city streets, and rural roads, other motorists traveling nearby can become severely injured or even lose their lives.
If you or someone you love has been hurt or killed in a jackknife truck accident in Texas, contact our skilled Houston personal injury lawyer today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
WHAT CAUSES A TRUCK TO JACKKNIFE IN HOUSTON, TEXAS?
The most common reason that semi-trucks jackknife is the loss of traction.
Traction is provided by how well the truck’s tires grip the road.
When the rolling wheel touches the ground, that contact point is static. The more static friction at this contact point, the better the traction, which allows the oversized truck to both move and stop controllably.
The loss of traction can be caused by slick roads and improper braking – including slamming on the brakes of a commercial vehicle, causing them to lock.
When this happens, semi-trucks skid, leaving the wheels without enough traction to stop.
If the tractor or the trailer wheels lock, the loss of traction will cause the 18-wheeler to swing sideways into a jackknife.
Semi-Truck Jackknife accidents are often caused by:
Speeding truck driver’s that must slam on the brakes to slow/stop
Empty trailers that provide less weight, which leads to less traction
Failing to brake progressively and reducing speed gradually
Lack of appropriate following distance to stop safely
Braking or even decelerating on a curve
Failure to maintain the tractor and trailer properly
According to commercial vehicle experts, Semi-Truck Jackknifes are preventable.
Common negligent parties who may be liable for truck accidents in Houston include:
The Truck Driver
The Trucking Company
The Truck or Trucking Company Maintenance Crews
The Truck or Parts Manufacturers
Third Parties, including Cargo Loaders/Unloaders
If you have been injured in a jackknife truck accident in Houston, do not attempt to take on the liable person, parties, their insurance representatives, or attorneys alone.
We can help determine the cause of your crash, and aggressively pursue the negligent party who is responsible for the collision, injuries, or fatalities.
WHAT TYPE OF FINANCIAL RECOVERY CAN I PURSUE AFTER JACKKNIFE TRUCK ACCIDENT IN HOUSTON, TEXAS?
Our Houston jackknife truck accident attorneys fully outline all our Texas clients’ injuries and damages and fight for each of our client’s unique financial recovery needs, so they can get their lives back.
That may include financial recovery for:
Current and Future Medical Care Needs
Lost Wages and Diminished Working Capacity
Pain And Suffering
Mental Anguish
Temporary or Permanent Disability
Property Damage
If you have been hurt or lost a loved one in a traffic collision in Texas, contact our experienced jackknife truck accident attorneys in Houston today to schedule a free consultation.
AT CHARLES J. ARGENTO & ASSOCIATES, OUR PERSONAL INJURY LAW FIRM IN HOUSTON, TEXAS ALSO FOCUSES ON THE FOLLOWING PRACTICE AREAS:
Our Houston truck accident attorney at the law offices of Charles J. Argento has more than three decades helping clients recover the maximum financial compensation they are entitled to for their overall damages after being hurt or losing a loved one in a jackknife 18-wheeler collision.
To discuss how we may help with your Houston, Texas personal injury claim, contact our car and truck accident attorney at (713) 225-5050 for a no-obligation free consultation.
Our bilingual staff is here to listen to your story and understand how your injuries have affected your daily activities and overall quality of life, so we can pursue the financial recovery you deserve.
We accept personal injury cases on a contingency basis and earn our fees only when you recover damages with our assistance.
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