Texas Truck Accident Investigations: What You Need to Know
Hello everyone! Welcome back to our series of frequently asked questions. I’m Jim Adler, the tough smart lawyer. Today, let’s dive into the steps involved in investigating truck accident scenes by Texas Truck Accident Lawyers.
After a collision that results in injuries, it’s crucial to get an experienced truck accident lawyer on your side immediately. Evidence can disappear quickly, and your chance to recover the compensation you deserve might slip away.
While all vehicle accidents can be devastating, truck accidents are often some of the most catastrophic. Even at low speeds, they can lead to permanent disabilities or even fatalities. Thus, these investigations must be handled with expertise and care.
Steps in Texas Truck Accident Investigation
Our team at Jim Adler and Associates is well-versed in handling these delicate situations. Here’s how we go about it:
Listening to Your Story
Every investigation begins with hearing your side of the story. What happened? Who had the right-of-way? This initial conversation is vital to gain a clear picture of the incident.
Obtaining Black Box Data
Commercial vehicles have electronic control modules, similar to airplane black boxes. These devices record key data like speed, direction, and point of impact. This information can support your personal injury case, but it’s fragile and can be deleted accidentally. Our experts secure this data quickly to prevent tampering.
Working with Law Enforcement
We have strong relationships with law enforcement and collaborate with them to gather reports, photos, and other findings. Sometimes, we even use responding officers as witnesses to support your case.
Interviewing Witnesses
Witnesses are crucial! Our lawyers speak with those who saw the crash, both before and after the impact. Witnesses need to be interviewed early, as their memories can fade or be influenced over time.
Inspecting Vehicles with Experts
We hire top-notch experts to scrutinize the mechanics of large trucks. If a truck was unsafe to drive, we determine what led to the accident and how the defendant is responsible.
Additional Investigation Aspects
Beyond the above steps, we also:
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, pick up the phone and call us at 1-800-JIM-ADLER. We offer a free, no-obligation consultation. You can also reach us on our website at jimadler.com.
