Laredo Truck Rollover Accident Attorney

We know how to make things right

Were you or a loved one injured in a rollover truck accident in Texas? We understand what you're going through. That's because John R. Solis, Attorney at Law in Laredo has been dealing with serious rollover accidents for more than 25 years.

We know that insurance companies and trucking companies can be difficult to deal with after a crash. We know that recovering from injuries sustained in a serious truck accident like a rollover accident can often take weeks or months or even longer.

We can help you every step of the way after your accident - from negotiating with insurance companies to making sure you receive the medical care you need to get your life back on track. Put your trust in a truck accident attorney who puts your needs first. Contact us today.

What is a truck rollover accident?

A truck rollover accident happens when a large truck (like a semi-truck, tanker truck or delivery truck) tips onto its side or roof while moving or turning. These crashes are extremely dangerous because they often block multiple lanes of traffic and can crush other vehicles in the process. Victims in smaller cars hit by a rolling truck may suffer serious injuries or even death.

Rollover accidents are especially dangerous when they involve heavy trucks like dump trucks, cement trucks or fully loaded 18-wheelers. When these vehicles lose control and roll over, they can crush nearby cars, spill cargo, or cause chain-reaction crashes. If you were hurt in this kind of wreck, a Laredo truck rollover accident lawyer can help you take legal action and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Why do truck rollover accidents happen?

Truck rollovers often happen because of driver error or poor safety practices by the trucking company. In Texas, these wrecks are especially common on highways, sharp curves or in construction zones. Many of these accidents could be prevented with better training and maintenance.

Speeding around curves is one of the top causes. When a driver takes a turn too fast, the truck’s high center of gravity can cause it to flip over.
Improperly loaded cargo, like uneven loads in a dump truck or cement truck, can shift and make the truck unstable.
Driver fatigue can cause a trucker to react slowly or make mistakes behind the wheel.
Distracted driving, including texting, eating, or checking a GPS, pulls attention away from the road.
Tire blowouts or brake failure may happen when trucks are poorly maintained or overloaded.
Sudden steering maneuvers to avoid an obstacle or correct a mistake can throw the truck off balance.

Rollovers often happen in an instant, especially on high-speed highways like I-35 in Laredo. But in that split second, the damage sustained by injury victims can last a lifetime. These crashes can crush vehicles, trap victims and cause multi-car pileups. A Laredo attorney can investigate your rollover crash, find out what went wrong and hold the at-fault parties accountable for their actions.

Legal challenges you may face

Rollover truck accidents happen for many different reasons. Often, large commercial trucks roll over because they were not loaded properly and the truck's cargo shifted, causing the truck to roll over. Other time, inexperienced or reckless truck drivers lose control of the truck on wet roads or sharp curves.

Whatever the circumstances of your rollover accident, you may be stuck dealing with a wide range of complicated legal issues, including:

The truck driver denies causing your rollover truck accident.
The truck driver accuses you or another driver of causing the crash.
The trucking company refuses to provide records, including truck maintenance records.
The investigating police officer writes down incorrect information in an accident report.
The insurance company pressures you to accept a lowball settlement offer.
The insurance company denies your rollover accident claim.

There's likely a lot at stake after your accident. The value of your claim could be worth thousands or even millions of dollars depending on the circumstances of your accident. That's why it's critical that you meet with us as soon as possible.

Who’s at fault in a rollover truck accident?

The person or company at fault is the one legally responsible for causing the rollover. In cases involving rollover truck accidents, fault often falls on the truck driver, the trucking company, or others involved in maintaining the truck. For example:

Truck drivers are often at fault if they were speeding, distracted, tired, or made an unsafe turn.
Trucking companies can be liable if they forced drivers to meet unsafe delivery schedules or failed to train them properly.
Maintenance contractors may be to blame if faulty brakes, tires, or suspension parts caused the rollover.
Cargo loaders could be responsible if the contents of the truck were loaded unevenly or unsecured, making the truck tip more easily.

Determining fault is the first step in building a strong rollover truck injury case. Sometimes, more than one party shares fault. That’s why these cases need a full investigation. A Laredo truck rollover accident lawyer can find out who was really responsible, help you hold them accountable and demand the money you deserve for your accident.

Who can I sue for my rollover truck crash?

If you were injured in a crash caused by a truck rollover, you may be able to sue several different people or companies. The key to such cases is you need to show who was at fault for causing your accident. Here are potential at-fault parties in such cases:

The truck driver can be sued if they acted in a reckless manner, broke the law or failed to control the vehicle safely.
The trucking company may be held responsible for hiring unsafe drivers, ignoring maintenance, or violating safety rules.
The company that loaded the cargo may be liable (legally responsible) if the load was uneven or shifted during the trip.
The maintenance provider could be at fault if they skipped inspections, routine maintenance or failed to fix important parts of the truck.
The truck’s manufacturer might be responsible if a defective part – like the truck’s brakes, tires or steering system – contributed to the rollover crash.

In Texas, you can take legal action against anyone who played a role in causing the accident. Suing the right parties increases your chances of receiving full compensation. If successful, a lawsuit can help you recover compensation for medical bills, lost income, vehicle repairs and pain and suffering.

These cases can often be very complex, especially when big trucking companies and multiple insurers are involved. A Laredo rollover accident attorney can investigate your crash, file the necessary lawsuits and fight for the compensation you rightfully deserve.

How our law firm can help you

The value of your rollover accident can depend on a wide range of factors, including medical expenses, lost wages and lost future wages if you or a loved one cannot work due to a permanent disability or long recovery period. You may even be able to seek punitive damages if the trucking company did not make necessary repairs or hired a truck driver with a long history of reckless driving.

But even if your rollover accident looks straightforward, don't simply assume you will receive the maximum compensation for your crash. Trucking companies, insurance companies and their attorneys will likely do everything they can to pay you as little as possible - or nothing at all.

We know how to take on insurance companies and win. We know how they think. We know how to negotiate with them. And we know how to investigate accidents to find the facts that matter. And if they refuse to cooperate, we're prepared to take them to court. Schedule your free case evaluation and find out what an experienced truck accident lawyer can do for you.