
Truck Accident Lawyer in Kaufman & Greenville, TX
Truck accidents often lead to life-altering injuries and devastating financial consequences. If you or a loved one has been injured in a semi-truck or 18-wheeler accident in Kaufman or Greenville, TX, you deserve a legal team that will stand up to trucking corporations and fight for every dollar you’re owed.
At the Law Offices of Houston M. Smith, P.C., we represent truck accident victims across Kaufman County and Hunt County, helping them recover from the devastating impact of these crashes.
- No fees unless we win
- Millions recovered for injury victims
- Serving Kaufman, Greenville, and surrounding areas
What Causes Truck Accidents in Kaufman & Greenville?
Truck accidents in Kaufman and Greenville often happen on major highways like US-175, I-30, and TX-34, where commercial trucks travel at high speeds alongside passenger vehicles. Some of the most common causes of these crashes include:
- Truck drivers falling asleep at the wheel
- Distracted driving (texting, using in-cab devices)
- Poor truck maintenance leading to tire blowouts and brake failures
- Speeding and reckless lane changes
- Overloaded cargo causing rollovers
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Truck accidents often result in severe injuries that require long-term medical care. Compensation may include:
- Medical expenses (emergency care, hospital stays, rehabilitation)
- Lost wages and future earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disability or scarring
- Wrongful death damages for surviving family members
Insurance companies try to settle quickly and for less than what’s fair. We fight to make sure you get the maximum compensation possible.
No Fee Unless We Win
We discuss your case and explain your rights, all at no cost to you.
Truck Company Investigation
We obtain black box data, driver logs, maintenance records, and witness statements.
Settlement Negotiations
We demand maximum compensation from trucking insurance providers. If the insurer won’t pay what’s fair, we are ready to take them to court.
FAQs
Who is responsible for a truck accident?
Multiple parties may be liable, including the driver, trucking company, cargo loaders, or truck manufacturers.
What if I lost a loved one in a truck accident?
You may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit to recover funeral expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering damages.
How long do I have to file a claim?
You must file a personal injury lawsuit within two years of the accident.
Can I still recover damages if I was partially at fault?
Under Texas law, you can recover damages as long as you were less than 51% at fault.
Get Help From a Truck Accident Lawyer Today
If you or a loved one was injured in a
truck accident in Kaufman or Greenville, don’t let trucking companies
avoid responsibility. Let us fight for the justice you deserve.