Dallas Truck Accident Lawyer — We hold companies accountable.
A collision with an 18-wheeler or commercial vehicle is life-changing. Injuries are often severe, even unto death. Leaving you to deal with medical bills that pile up fast, lost wages, trauma, and insurers that try to minimize liability. Trucking cases are complex. They can involve multiple liable parties, federal and state rules, and a mountain of evidence. You need an attorney who understands every angle and knows how to take on corporations and their insurers.
Because when life turns upside down, who you choose to fight for you matters.
Our firm was built on referrals, relationships, and real results.We give each client the time, focus, and relentless representation they deserve.
Why truck & commercial vehicle cases are different and more complicated
Liability can fall on the truck driver, the trucking company, the vehicle owner, a cargo loader, a maintenance shop, or parts manufacturers. Tracing responsibility requires careful investigation.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) govern driver qualifications, hours-of-service, vehicle maintenance, cargo securement, drug/alcohol testing, and more, and violation of these rules can be powerful evidence of negligence. Attorneys who know how to locate and interpret trucking records (ELDs, driver logs, maintenance files) have a major advantage.
Electronic logging devices (ELDs), GPS, dispatch records, maintenance logs, and black-box data can prove fatigue, falsified logs, or poor maintenance — but these records are time-sensitive and must be preserved quickly.
You have two years from the date a personal injury claim occurs to file a lawsuit under Texas law in most injury cases. Wrongful death claims also generally must be filed within two years from the date of death. Missing the deadline can bar your right to sue, so prompt action is essential. (Exceptions exist. Speak with one of our attorneys about specifics.)
Even if you feel OK, some injuries (concussions, internal bleeding) aren’t obvious. Medical records create the link between the crash and your injuries.
An official crash report documents the scene and parties involved.
Critical records (ELD/black-box logs, maintenance files, driver files, and dispatch logs) are often erased or altered; prompt legal action preserves them.
Take photos/video of vehicles, damage, skid marks, debris, road signs, weather, and the truck’s DOT number/placards if possible. Collect witness names and phone numbers.
Politely decline and tell them to contact your attorney.
The physical condition of your vehicle and belongings can be crucial evidence.
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We move fast to secure dispatch data, driver logs, maintenance records, and witness statements before they disappear.
Accident reconstruction, interviews, inspection of the truck and cargo, analysis of hours-of-service, and review of driver qualification file, drug testing, and company policies and training.
We work with accident reconstructionists, medical specialists, commercial vehicle experts, and economists to establish liability and damages.
We negotiate with carriers and insurance companies, and we go to court when the offered settlement isn’t complete justice.
You’ll get regular case updates and a team that answers your questions.
Understanding how the regulations play into keeping drivers safe is just as important in understanding how failure to comply leads to at-fault accidents that need to be held liable.
Long hours without rest can point to driver regulated violations, causing the driver to be fatigued, leading to the cause of an accident.
Using a phone, driving under the influence, or other mental distractions can lead to decreased reaction times, causing the driver to lose focus and resulting in a serious accident.
Unsecured or unbalanced loads can shift during transit, causing the truck to become unstable, leading to dangerous rollovers and a complete loss of vehicle control.
Neglecting regular service for brakes, tires, or steering systems can result in sudden mechanical failure, creating a high risk of collisions due to lack of proper vehicle upkeep.
Exceeding speed limits or performing unsafe lane changes creates a hazardous environment, reducing the driver’s ability to stop in time and increasing the severity of any impact.
Answers to the questions that keep our clients up at night
It depends. Texas generally requires lawsuits to be filed within two years of the date the cause of action accrues. There are limited exceptions, so call us for a prompt evaluation to determine whether you still have time.
Priority #1 is your health. Use emergency care and follow your doctor’s plan. Your health insurance may cover initial treatment, and our team will work to include medical expenses in your claim. We also pursue compensation for future medical needs and lost wages.
They will. Insurers often try to get recorded statements and quick releases. Don’t give recorded statements or sign anything without legal advice. Let us handle communications so you don’t accidentally harm your claim.
Every case is unique. Value depends on liability, severity of injuries, future medical needs, lost income, and evidence. We’ll evaluate your damages and explain realistic outcomes based on our trial experience.
Falsified driver logs are common in trucking fraud. We know how to uncover discrepancies between ELD data, fuel/toll receipts, dispatch records, and GPS to prove false logs. That evidence can dramatically strengthen liability.
We investigate all possible defendants – carriers, shippers, maintenance shops, manufacturers, and government entities – and pursue every source of recovery.
We handle trucking cases on contingency: If we don’t win, you don’t pay. We advance case expenses and only collect fees from a successful recovery.
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Two decades in Texas courtrooms against carriers and insurance defense teams and the 2026 President of the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association
Board-Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law. It’s a specialized credential not every firm has.
Based out of Dallas, serving the DFW area, and focused on giving each client individualized attention.
If you or a loved one were hurt in a truck or commercial vehicle accident in the DFW area, act now. Time-sensitive records and legal deadlines can disappear without prompt action. Contact Stucky Injury Law for a free consultation and case review. We’ll explain your options and preserve the evidence while you focus on healing.