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18-Wheeler Accident Lawyer in Houston

An 18-wheeler can weigh up to 80,000 pounds fully loaded. When these massive vehicles collide with passenger cars, the results are devastating: catastrophic injuries, permanent disabilities, and far too often, death.

Trucking accident cases are fundamentally different from car accident cases. Multiple parties may share liability: the driver, the trucking company, the maintenance provider, the cargo loader, and the manufacturer. Each has their own insurance company and legal team ready to deflect blame.

At Mehdipour & Mehdipour, we know how to untangle the web of corporate liability. We immediately issue preservation letters to prevent the destruction of electronic logging device data, black box information, and driver qualification files. Our team works with accident reconstruction experts who understand the physics of commercial vehicle collisions.

How We Handle Your Case

01. Immediate Triage

We dispatch investigators to the scene, issue spoliation letters to preserve ELD data and black box records, and connect you with trauma specialists.

02. The Investigation

We subpoena driver logs, maintenance records, and company safety history. Our accident reconstruction experts analyze every factor from brake failure to load distribution.

03. Aggressive Negotiation

Armed with irrefutable evidence, we build a demand that accounts for the full scope of catastrophic injuries, including lifetime care costs and lost earning capacity.

04. Trial-Ready Litigation

Trucking companies respect firms that go to trial. Our courtroom experience is the leverage that drives maximum settlements.

Key Considerations

Trucking companies have rapid response teams that arrive at accident scenes to protect their interests. You need representation just as quickly
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations govern the trucking industry and may have been violated
Electronic logging devices only store data for a limited time before it's overwritten
The trucking company's insurance policy may be worth millions, but they'll fight to pay as little as possible
Multiple parties may share liability, increasing your total available compensation

Why Mehdipour & Mehdipour

Experience handling complex multi-party trucking litigation
Relationships with top accident reconstruction experts in Texas
Resources to go toe-to-toe with corporate trucking defense teams
Aggressive pursuit of all liable parties for maximum recovery
$0 upfront cost. We invest in your case

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is liable in an 18-wheeler accident?

Liability can extend to the truck driver, the trucking company, maintenance contractors, cargo loaders, and even vehicle manufacturers. We investigate all responsible parties to maximize your recovery.

What evidence is critical in truck accident cases?

Electronic logging device (ELD) data, black box information, driver qualification files, maintenance records, cargo manifests, and post-accident drug test results. This evidence can be destroyed quickly without a preservation letter.

How much is my truck accident case worth?

Truck accident cases typically involve severe injuries and substantial damages. Compensation can include medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, and in wrongful death cases, loss of companionship.

How quickly should I contact a lawyer after a truck accident?

Immediately. Trucking companies dispatch rapid response teams to accident scenes within hours. You need an attorney preserving evidence and protecting your interests just as fast.