How to Handle a Texas Truck Tire Blowout Wreck

One of the leading causes of truck tire blowouts is negligence.  The driver failed to fully inspect the tires, and one of them blew on the highway.  Worn tires, or those that are close to blowing, should be found during routine maintenance and checks, a blowout is a sign that something was missed.

The Car Crash Captain fills us in on what to do, and what to expect, if we’re involved in a wreck from a blown-out tire.

What to Do if hit by Truck Tire Blowout

You have likely seen the aftermath of a blowout – debris on the road.  If you’re ever in the unfortunate situation where your vehicle is hit by the debris and wreck, here’s a few points that you should follow to help your Texas truck accident case go smoothly.

1. Try to stay calm and guide the vehicle to stop without major swerving.  Brake steadily (not hard unless you’re avoiding another obstacle) as you pull over.
2. Check for injuries with you and your passengers.
3. Call 911 and let them know if what happened and where you are.
4. Document the accident.  You, or an uninjured party, should take pictures of everything.  Making a video and narrating what happened can be useful, but be sure not to admit any fault.
5. Gather names and contact information from witnesses.
6. Exchange insurance information with the truck driver.
7. Contact Herbert Law Group, your Texas truck accident lawyers at 214-414-3808.

Who is Liable After a Blowout?

When it comes down to it, the truck driver is responsible to ensure that their vehicle is in good working condition.  Every time they stop, they have a series of checks to perform.  This includes checking their cargo, straps, and equipment.  They should be checking to ensure that each tire is properly inflated, they haven’t worn out too much, and they aren’t going over their mileage limits on the tires – just like with a passenger vehicle, more miles mean the tire is getting close to being worn out completely.

Liability for the blowout, and accident that resulted, can fall on the driver if it’s shown they weren’t diligent on maintaining the vehicle.  However, as we know, truck accident liability isn’t always easy to pinpoint; there are times when manufacturers or installation crews were negligent.

Many trucking companies have legal teams that will find any way they can to push the liability back onto you.  Don’t try to engage with them, without a deep understanding of the law it’s going to be hard.  Even if they do admit fault, the settlement option might not be enough to cover all of your injuries – they’re hoping you settle quickly and they can move on.  You need a professional Texas truck accident attorney.

How Herbert Law Group Helps with Truck Accidents in Texas

That’s where Herbert Law Group comes in.

We know what to look for to prove who was liable for the accident.  We understand how to reconstruct the scene, which companies might have played a role, and ultimately can help show exactly who is liable.

Then, it goes even further.  Proving liability is one thing, but collecting a settlement that will be sufficient is another.  Herbert Law Group knows how much your accident will cost to help you keep living life, and we’ll fight for justice so you aren’t left with unnecessary financial stress.

Let’s chat about what happened, and we’ll figure out how we can help.  Call our offices at 214-414-3808, or fill out the contact form on our site and we’ll be in touch.