Many bad-weather truck accidents in Houston are a result of miscalculated stopping distances, poor visibility, and traction loss. After a storm-related crash, you could face significant costs for ongoing medical care and repairing or replacing a damaged vehicle, as well as a loss of earnings due to missed work.
At Mostyn Law, our team can help you understand your options for taking legal action and pursuing compensation to cover your injuries and losses. A skilled truck accident attorney from our firm can organize records, preserve evidence, and communicate with insurers, allowing you to focus on your recovery. Reach out today to begin working with a team that will prioritize your best interests every step of the way.
In Houston, adverse weather conditions coupled with truck driver error can lead to severe vehicle collisions. Accidents may occur due to several factors. For instance, heavy rain reduces tire grip and increases the risk of hydroplaning. Fog and darkness limit visibility and decrease reaction times. Additionally, high winds can push against tall trailers, cause more sway, and put stress on cargo securement. These factors can affect the severity of a collision because trucks are heavier than passenger vehicles and are more difficult to control.
Long hours, delivery pressures, and route changes can also lead to drivers making mistakes during severe weather conditions. Additionally, poor equipment quality, such as worn tires, weak brakes, inadequate wipers, and dim lighting, can all affect a driver’s ability to control their vehicle. While electronic stability control and anti-lock braking systems assist drivers, they cannot prevent them from ignoring road and weather conditions.
Several types of evidence can strengthen a Houston severe weather truck collision claim. This evidence includes:
A skilled lawyer at Mostyn Law can collect and organize all relevant evidence to show how the accident occurred and the injuries you sustained as a result.
We begin building your claim with a simple timeline that documents the details of the crash, initial medical care, referrals, imaging, and work changes. We then request any missing documentation from your healthcare providers, match each diagnosis to the corresponding treatment received, and establish a connection between your injuries and the crash. We will also request carrier communications, driver texts, and dispatch notes when applicable, as well as any dashcam or video surveillance footage. We compare EDR data with witness accounts to determine the circumstances of the accident. If you develop new symptoms, we will request an addendum from your healthcare provider to establish a connection between your symptoms and the collision.
To prove responsibility in a Houston storm-related truck collision, we investigate three main areas. The first, speed and space, determines whether the driver adjusted their speed, headlights, and following distance to accommodate the poor driving conditions. The second, equipment, checks the vehicle’s condition, including tire depth, brake condition, wiper and headlight performance, and recent inspection documents. The third, load and route choices, examines cargo weight and securement, as well as the driver’s decision to continue through heavy rain or wind.
At Mostyn Law, our experienced attorneys are well-versed in handling bad-weather truck accidents in Houston. We can review your case, establish a connection between your injuries and the crash, and represent you throughout your claim against a negligent trucking company or driver. Contact our office today to schedule a complimentary consultation.
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