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Fort Worth Truck Accident Lawyer



Updated for 2025 · Fort Worth, Texas

Hablamos Español • Free Consultation • No Fee Unless We Win

Being hit by a commercial truck—whether a semi-truck, 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, or big rig—can change everything in a second. Fort Worth sits at the crossroads of I-35W, I-30, I-20, and US-287—major freight corridors with heavy truck traffic every day. If you or a loved one were hurt in a truck wreck/crash/accident, our local team moves fast to protect the evidence and pursue the full compensation you deserve.Contact us or call 817-329-9001 for a free case review.

after a semi-truck wreck

Why big-rig crashes are different (and why that matters to your case)

  • Federal trucking rules, corporate defendants, and high insurance limits make these cases more complex than car crashes.
  • Driver fatigue & Hours-of-Service (HOS) violations, ELD/HOS issues, and dispatch pressure.
  • Unsafe driving: speeding, tailgating, blind-spot lane changes, and wide turns.
  • Cargo problems: overloading, unsecured freight, shifting loads.
  • Maintenance defects: bad brakes/tires; failure to inspect or repair.
  • Company negligence: unsafe hiring/training/supervision; unrealistic schedules.
  • Multiple at-fault parties: driver, motor carrier, tractor owner, trailer owner, shipper, broker, maintenance contractor, and sometimes manufacturers.

What to do after a semi-truck wreck in Fort Worth

Do this immediately (if safe):

  1. Call 911 and get medical care (even if injuries seem minor).
  2. Photograph the scene, vehicles (tractor/trailer), skid marks, road conditions, and visible injuries; capture the truck’s DOT numbers.
  3. Collect the driver/motor-carrier info and witness names & phone numbers.
  4. Save dashcam footage, phone photos, repair invoices, and medical records.
  5. Call us quickly so we can send a preservation (“spoliation”) letter for the truck’s ECM/EDR (“black box”), ELD logs, driver qualification file, dispatch records, maintenance logs, bills of lading, and camera footage.

Avoid these mistakes:

  • Do not apologize or guess about fault.
  • Do not give a recorded statement to any insurer before speaking with an attorney.
  • Do not sign blanket medical releases or accept quick offers without counsel.

Related reads:
Steps to Take When Filing a Truck Accident Claim ·
What to Do After a Truck Accident in Texas ·
Dealing with Insurance Companies

How we build your 18-wheeler claim

  • Scene & vehicle forensics: inspections, ECM/EDR downloads, brake & tire measurements, trailer/tractor condition.
  • Driver/company records: ELD/HOS, trip sheets, dispatch notes, driver qualification file, prior violations, safety/training policies.
  • Cargo/route evidence: bills of lading, weight tickets, loading procedures, GPS/telematics, weigh-station data.
  • Digital proof: cell-phone records (distraction), cab/dash cameras, traffic cams.
  • Expert workups: accident reconstruction, human factors, biomechanics, life-care planning, vocational loss, and economics.

Learn more:
Truck Accident Negligence ·
How to File a Truck Accident Lawsuit ·
How Long to File a Truck Accident Claim?

Who may be liable after a tractor-trailer crash?

  • Truck driver (speeding, fatigue, distraction, impairment).
  • Motor carrier/employer (unsafe hiring/training/scheduling; poor maintenance; regulatory violations).
  • Owner/lessor of the tractor or trailer.
  • Shipper/loader (improper securement, overweight loads).
  • Maintenance/repair contractors (negligent inspection/repair).
  • Manufacturers (defective parts, tires, or brakes).
  • Government entities (dangerous road design/maintenance; special notice deadlines may apply).

More:
Who Is Liable for a Truck Accident? ·
Driver or Company Liability?

Common causes & crash types we handle

Causes: fatigue, speeding, tailgating, lane departure, distraction/phone use, unsafe turns, brake/maintenance failures, cargo issues, weather.

Crash types: jackknife, underride/override, T-bone (intersection), rear-end, rollover, tire blowouts, wide-turn squeeze, tanker crashes.

Explore:
Common Causes of Truck Accidents ·
7 Causes of Truck Accidents in DFW ·
Jackknife Accidents ·
Underride Accidents ·
Truck T-Bone Accidents ·
Tanker Truck Accidents ·
Types of Truck Accident Claims

Injuries we see in big-rig crashes

Catastrophic injuries are common with 18-wheeler collisions: traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord damage, herniated discs, fractures/crush injuries, burns, amputation, and wrongful death.

Helpful resources:
Injuries in Truck Accidents ·
Fort Worth Brain Injury Lawyer ·
Fort Worth Wrongful Death Lawyer

What compensation can I recover?

  • Medical costs (ER, surgery, rehab, meds) and future care plans.
  • Lost wages & loss of earning capacity.
  • Pain, suffering, mental anguish, and physical impairment.
  • Property damage & loss of use.
  • Wrongful death damages (funeral, loss of consortium/household services).
  • Punitive damages when gross negligence is proven.

Planning your recovery:
Maximizing a Settlement ·
18-Wheeler Settlements ·
Try our Accident Settlement Calculator

Deadlines & fault in Texas

  • Statute of limitations: Most injury and wrongful-death claims must be filed within 2 years of the crash (some exceptions apply).
  • Modified comparative negligence (the “51% bar”): You can recover if you are 50% or less at fault; your recovery is reduced by your percentage. At 51%+, recovery is barred.
  • Government vehicles/roads: Special notice deadlines may apply—contact us ASAP.

Learn more:
Texas PI Limitations ·
Car Accident SOL Guide ·
Partly to Blame?

Bilingual services (Hablamos Español)

Nuestra firma ayuda a víctimas de choques con camiones, tráileres y 18-wheelers en Fort Worth y todo Tarrant County. Hablamos Español. Podemos explicar el proceso legal, coordinar atención médica y mantenerle informado durante todo el caso. Llámenos al 817-329-9001 o contáctenos por nuestra página de contacto.

Why choose Francis Injury for your semi-truck case?

  • Local Fort Worth team familiar with I-35W, I-30, I-20, I-820, US-287, and SH-183 corridors.
  • Rapid evidence preservation (black box/ELD, dispatch, maintenance records).
  • Trial-ready strategy with reconstruction and damages experts.
  • Bilingual client service and help coordinating care.
  • Contingency fee: No attorney’s fee unless we win.

See our Results and Testimonials. Related pages:
Fort Worth Personal Injury Lawyer ·
Fort Worth Car Accident Lawyer ·
Dallas Truck Accident Lawyer ·
Texas Truck Accident Lawyer

Free Consultation — Speak With a Fort Worth Truck Accident Lawyer Today

Call 817-329-9001 or request your free case review. No fee unless we win.

Office: 640 Taylor St Suite 1200B, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Useful references: FMCSA Regulations ·
TxDOT Crash Data

FAQs: Fort Worth Truck Accident Claims


Call 911, get medical care, document the scene and truck identifiers (DOT numbers), gather witnesses, and call us immediately. We’ll preserve black-box/EDR, ELD logs, dispatch, maintenance, and loading records before they disappear.
See our guide: 7 Steps After a Truck Accident.


Generally 2 years from the date of the crash (exceptions may apply). Don’t wait—evidence and electronic data can be lost quickly.
Learn more: Filing deadlines for truck claims.


Texas uses modified comparative negligence (the “51% bar”). You can recover if you are 50% or less at fault—your recovery is reduced by your percentage. At 51%+, you cannot recover.
See: Partly to Blame?.


The motor carrier/company, tractor/trailer owners, shippers/loaders, maintenance contractors, and in some cases manufacturers or road authorities.
Read more: Who Is Liable?.


Early preservation of black-box/EDR & ELD data, phone records, maintenance history, loading documents; prompt reconstruction; consistent medical care; and avoiding insurer traps or blanket releases.
Helpful: Evidence that helps claims.


Value depends on liability proof, insurance limits, injury severity, treatment, and long-term losses. Every case is unique. See:
Truck settlement factors and
18-wheeler settlements in Texas.

Local Fort Worth Resources for Truck Accident Victims

Hospitals & Level I Trauma Centers

Pediatric Care

Community Health Access

  • Las Vegas Trail Health Center – New community clinic combining Cook Children’s pediatric services with JPS adult care under one roof. A trusted, multilingual resource for local families. 

Crash Reporting & Documentation

  • Crash Report Access – Obtain Fort Worth accident reports from local law enforcement or the Texas Department of Transportation’s Crash Records Information System for essential evidence. 

Injured in a Truck Accident in Fort Worth?

Don’t fight the trucking companies and insurers alone. Our Fort Worth truck accident lawyers are ready to preserve evidence, build your case, and fight for every dollar you deserve.

No fee unless we win. Hablamos Español.

Office: 640 Taylor St Suite 1200B, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Fort Worth Truck Accident Lawyers