Town of Addison Truck Accident Attorneys: Powerful Representation for Commercial Vehicle Victims

The impact was catastrophic. You were driving along the North Dallas Tollway near the Belt Line Road exit in Town of Addison when 80,000 pounds of steel slammed into your vehicle. In a split second, your car was unrecognizable, and your life was changed forever. An 80,000-pound 18-wheeler doesn’t give you time to react, and it certainly doesn’t offer a fair fight against a 4,000-pound sedan. When these massive machines cause devastation on Town of Addison roads, you aren’t just dealing with a car wreck—you’re dealing with a legal emergency.

At Attorney911, we’ve spent over 25 years making trucking companies pay for the lives they upend. Our managing partner, Ralph Manginello, has been fighting for injury victims since 1998, and he’s built a reputation for taking on the largest corporations in the world and winning. Whether you were hit by a Walmart semi-truck on I-635, an Amazon delivery van in a residential Town of Addison neighborhood, or a food service truck delivering to one of the many restaurants in Addison Circle, we have the experience to hold every negligent party accountable.

We don’t just play the game; we know the other side’s playbook. Our team includes associate attorney Lupe Peña, who previously worked for a national insurance defense firm. He spent years inside the system, watching how trucking insurers minimize, delay, and deny legitimate claims. Now, he uses that insider knowledge to fight for you. We understand the tactics they use to lowball victims in Town of Addison, and we know exactly how to counter them.

Trucking companies have rapid-response teams on the scene before the ambulance even leaves with the injured. They are already building a defense to protect their multi-million dollar insurance policies. What are you doing? Every hour you wait is an hour where evidence can be overwritten or “lost.” Call us right now at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, no-obligation consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay us nothing unless we win your case.

Why Your Town of Addison Truck Accident Case is a Legal Emergency

In Town of Addison, the density of commercial traffic is staggering. Because the Town of Addison serves as a major corporate and entertainment hub for North Dallas, our streets are flooded with everything from 18-wheelers to delivery vans and specialized service trucks. When an accident occurs here, the complexity of the litigation is far greater than a standard car crash.

The 48-Hour Evidence Window in Town of Addison

Evidence in Town of Addison trucking cases has a shelf life. Most modern commercial trucks are equipped with Engine Control Modules (ECM), often called “black boxes,” and Electronic Logging Devices (ELD). This data tells the objective truth about the crash: how fast the truck was going, when the driver hit the brakes, and whether they had been driving past legal hours.

However, ECM data can be overwritten in as little as 30 days—or even sooner if the truck is put back into service. In Town of Addison, we’ve seen trucking companies move damaged vehicles to salvage yards across the state within days of an accident. We don’t give them that chance. When you hire us, we send formal spoliation letters within 24 to 48 hours to the trucking company, the driver, and the insurer. This legal notice forces them to preserve all electronic data, maintenance logs, and driver qualification files. If they destroy evidence after receiving our letter, we can seek severe sanctions in a Town of Addison courtroom.

The Corporate Power Struggle

If you were hit by a Walmart 18-wheeler or an Amazon van, you aren’t just fighting a truck driver. You are fighting a Fortune 500 company with a team of corporate lawyers. Companies like Walmart and Amazon are often self-insured for several million dollars, meaning they are paying for your injuries directly from their own balance sheets. This makes them fight harder and more aggressively to pay you nothing.

Our firm foundation is built on taking down corporate giants. Ralph Manginello was involved in the BP Texas City refinery litigation, a case involving 15 deaths and over 170 injuries that resulted in over $2 billion in settlements. We have the resources, the federal court experience in the Southern District of Texas, and the tenacity to go toe-to-toe with Walmart, FedEx, UPS, or Halliburton. We aren’t intimidated by their fleet of lawyers.

Learn more about the stakes in our guide: “The Victim’s Guide to 18-Wheeler Accident Injuries” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxEHIxZTbK8

Navigating Texas Trucking Laws and Statutes in Town of Addison

Your case is governed by specific Texas statutes that can make or break your recovery. Understanding these rules is why thousands of clients have trusted us to handle their most difficult moments.

The Two-Year Countdown

In Texas, you generally have exactly two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. While two years might sound like a long time, building a winning case against a commercial carrier takes months of investigation, expert analysis, and discovery. If you miss this deadline in Town of Addison, your right to seek compensation is gone forever. This is especially critical if you lost a loved one, as the statute of limitations for wrongful death remains a strict two-year window.

The 51% Rule: Modified Comparative Negligence

Texas follows a modified comparative negligence system with a 51% bar. This means that as long as you are 50% or less at fault for the accident, you can still recover damages. However, your total compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. If a jury finds you were 20% at fault for the crash on Midway Road in Town of Addison, your $1,000,000 award would be reduced to $800,000.

Trucking company lawyers in Town of Addison will do everything they can to push your fault above 50%, because if they succeed, you recover $0. They will comb through your cell phone records and social media, looking for any reason to blame you. We know these tactics. Lupe Peña has handled these exact strategies from the defense side, and we know how to secure the evidence—like the truck’s GPS data and the driver’s dashcam—to prove the trucker was the one truly at fault.

Insurance Stacking and Federal Minimums

Commercial trucks in Town of Addison are required to carry much higher insurance limits than passenger vehicles. Under 49 CFR Part 387, trucks hauling general freight must carry at least $750,000 in liability coverage. If they are hauling oil or hazardous equipment, that minimum jumps to $1,000,000, and for hazardous materials (HAZMAT), the federal floor is $5,000,000.

But these are just the floors. In a catastrophic case in Town of Addison, we look for “insurance stacking.” We investigate the driver, the motor carrier, the cargo owner, the freight broker, and any corporate parent company. Each of these entities may have its own policy, and our job is to find every dollar available to pay for your lifetime of medical care.

Common Truck Accident Types We Handle in Town of Addison

Truck accidents in the Town of Addison area aren’t just limited to 18-wheelers. Because Town of Addison is a hub for dining, shopping, and aviation, we see a wide variety of commercial vehicle wrecks daily.

Jackknife Accidents on I-635

The LBJ Freeway (I-635) is one of the busiest and most dangerous trucking corridors near Town of Addison. When a truck driver heading toward the Town of Addison city limits hits their brakes too hard on a slick surface or enters a curve too fast, the trailer can swing out perpendicular to the cab. This “jackknife” sweeps across multiple lanes of traffic, leaving cars nowhere to go. These accidents are often caused by violations of 49 CFR § 393.48 (brake system malfunctions) or 49 CFR § 392.6 (speeding for conditions).

Delivery Van Accidents (Amazon, FedEx, UPS)

In the residential parts of Town of Addison and the busy business districts near Addison Circle, last-mile delivery vans are everywhere. These drivers are often under extreme pressure to meet delivery quotas set by corporate algorithms. Amazon, for instance, uses “Delivery Service Partners” (DSPs) as a liability shield. They will claim the driver wasn’t an Amazon employee. We’ve litigated these cases before and know how to pierce that shield by showing the level of control Amazon exercises over the driver’s route, vehicle, and schedule.

Wide Turn “Squeeze Play” at Town of Addison Intersections

Trucks making turns on Town of Addison streets, like the intersection of Belt Line and Marsh Lane, require massive space. A common accident occurs when a truck swings wide to the left to make a right turn. If a driver in a smaller car moves into the gap on the right, the truck crushes them as it completes the turn. This is often a failure of training or a violation of mirrors-only driving requirements.

Dump Trucks and Concrete Mixers

With the constant redevelopment in Town of Addison, heavy construction vehicles are a daily sight. A loaded dump truck or concrete mixer can weigh over 60,000 pounds—as heavy as some 18-wheelers. Because these vehicles are often overloaded to maximize profit, they have a high center of gravity and are prone to rollovers on Town of Addison’s tight construction-straitened roads. Spilled concrete or gravel can also cause secondary multi-vehicle pileups.

Garbage Trucks and Residential Safety

Sanitation trucks from companies like Waste Management or Republic Services operate on every Town of Addison street. Because these trucks have massive blind spots and involve constant backing maneuvers, they pose a particular threat to pedestrians and children. If a garbage truck hit you in your own neighborhood, the liability chain involves the waste company and, potentially, the Town of Addison municipal contracts.

Find out more in our video: “Can I Sue for Being Hit by a Semi Truck?” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0MT3CKbUb4

Who Is Really Responsible for Your Accident?

Most general practice lawyers in Town of Addison will only sue the truck driver. At Attorney911, we go much deeper. We investigate the entire web of liability to ensure you aren’t left with a settlement that doesn’t cover your medical bills.

The Negligent Hiring Problem in Town of Addison

Trucking companies are desperate for drivers. Sometimes, they cut corners. They hire drivers with suspended CDLs, history of drug abuse, or inadequate training. Under 49 CFR § 391.51, carriers must maintain a Driver Qualification File for every operator. We subpoena these files in every Town of Addison case. If we find the company hired a dangerous driver to save money, we will pursue punitive damages to punish them for putting your family at risk.

The Broker Liability Chain

Many truck accidents in Town of Addison involve a “freight broker”—a middleman who connects a shipper with a trucking company. Historically, brokers claimed they weren’t responsible for accidents. But recent legal shifts allow us to hold brokers liable for “negligent selection.” If a broker hired a trucking company with a history of safety violations just because they were the cheapest option, that broker is also responsible for your injuries.

Hablamos Español. Llame a Lupe Peña al 1-888-ATTY-911 para una consulta gratis.

Federal Regulations: The Key to Winning Your Case

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets the rules for every commercial vehicle on Town of Addison roads. When these rules are broken, it is prima facie evidence of negligence.

49 CFR Part 395: Hours of Service (HOS)

Fatigue is the silent killer in Town of Addison trucking accidents. Drivers are limited to 11 hours of driving in a 14-hour window, followed by 10 hours of rest. They must also take a 30-minute break after 8 hours of driving. Because drivers are often paid by the mile, they have a financial incentive to lie. We use ELD data and GPS timestamps to catch them. If a driver hit you in Town of Addison after being awake for 20 hours, the company can’t hide from that fact.

49 CFR Part 382: Drug and Alcohol Testing

Commercial drivers in Town of Addison are subject to strict drug and alcohol testing. They must pass a pre-employment test, and they are subject to random testing throughout the year. Most importantly, if a truck crash causes injury or requires a vehicle to be towed, the driver MUST undergo post-accident testing. If a driver refused a test or tested positive, it’s an automatic win for the liability portion of your case.

49 CFR Part 396: Maintenance and Inspection

Every truck on Town of Addison streets must be systematically inspected and maintained. Drivers are required to perform a pre-trip inspection and file a post-trip report (DVIR). If a truck’s brakes failed on the Tollway because the company deferred maintenance to save a few dollars, it’s clear negligence. We demand all maintenance records for the year leading up to the crash to find the pattern of neglect.

Explore more in our video: “The Definitive Guide To Commercial Truck Accidents” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEEeZf-k8Ao

Catastrophic Injuries from Town of Addison Truck Crashes

When 80,000 pounds hits you, the physical toll is devastating. We have secured multi-million dollar results for victims facing life-altering pain.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

The violent force of a truck impact in Town of Addison causes the brain to slam against the skull, leading to permanent damage. TBI symptoms aren’t always immediate; you might feel “fine” at the scene but develop memory loss, personality changes, and cognitive fog days later. We’ve recovered settlements ranging from $1.5 million to $9.8 million for TBI victims. We work with neuropsychologists to prove exactly how the injury will impact your ability to work and live in Town of Addison for the rest of your life.

Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis

A crushed vehicle often results in fractured vertebrae. If the spinal cord is severed or compressed, the result is permanent paralysis. Life care costs for a high-level spinal cord injury can exceed $5 million in the first year alone. We ensure your settlement covers specialized Town of Addison home modifications, 24/7 nursing care, and wheelchair-accessible transportation. Our firm has seen spinal cord injury settlements ranging from $4.7 million to over $25 million.

Amputation and Loss of Limb

Whether a limb is lost in the crash or requires surgical removal due to crush injuries, the impact is permanent. A single prosthetic limb can cost $50,000 and must be replaced every few years. We fight for settlements in the $1.9 million to $8.6 million range for amputation victims, accounting for a lifetime of medical equipment and lost earning capacity.

Wrongful Death: Standing Up for Your Family

No amount of money can bring back a loved one killed on a Town of Addison road. But a wrongful death claim provides for the family left behind. It covers the loss of future income, the loss of companionship, and the mental anguish of the survivors. Texas law allows us to seek significant compensation—often in the $1.9M to $9.5M range—to ensure your family’s financial future is secure despite your tragic loss.

Are you experiencing a headache after a crash? Watch: “Is a Headache Normal After a Car Accident?” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EF82H16eCo

Maximizing Your Compensation in Town of Addison

Your case is worth more than just today’s medical bills. We look at the “hidden damages” that insurance companies hope you ignore.

Economic Damages (The Calculable Losses)

We calculate every cent you’ve lost and will lose in Town of Addison:

• Past and Future Medical Costs: Including ER visits at Medical City Dallas, surgeries, physical therapy, and home health care.
• Loss of Earning Capacity: If your injury prevents you from working your corporate job in Addison, we bring in vocational experts to calculate your lifetime of lost salary, bonuses, and benefits.
• Home Modifications: Ramps, widened doorways, and accessible bathrooms.

Non-Economic Damages (The Quality of Life)

How much is your pain worth? How much is it worth that you can no longer pick up your children or enjoy a walk through Addison Circle Park? We use the “loss of freedom” narrative to explain to Town of Addison juries that you didn’t just lose money—you lost your way of life. This includes mental anguish, disfigurement, and loss of consortium for your spouse.

Punitive Damages (Holding Them Accountable)

If the trucking company’s conduct was especially egregious—like falsifying logbooks to allow a driver to stay on the road for 20 hours—we seek punitive damages. These aren’t meant to compensate you; they are meant to PUNISH the company and deter others in Town of Addison from acting with such gross negligence.

Learn how we value these claims: “The Ultimate Guide to Car Accident Settlements” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=subYAvjsgk4

Town of Addison Truck Accident FAQs

1. How long do I have to file a claim in Town of Addison?
In Texas, you have two years. However, in the Town of Addison trucking environment, you should never wait. Evidence disappears in 30 days. Witnesses move. The longer you wait, the more time the insurance company has to bury the truth.

2. What if the truck driver was an “independent contractor”?
This is the number one trick corporate fleets like Amazon and FedEx use. They will tell you it’s not their fault because they didn’t employ the driver directly. We pierce this defense by showing that the corporate giant controlled the route, the schedule, and the vehicle. If they have their logo on the truck, we fight to hold them liable.

3. I was hit by a Town of Addison city vehicle. Is that different?
Yes. Claims against government entities (city buses, garbage trucks, utility vehicles) follow the Texas Tort Claims Act. You often have a MUCH shorter notice period—sometimes as short as six months—to file a formal notice of claim. If you miss this, you lose your case, no matter how negligent they were.

4. How much does an Town of Addison truck accident lawyer cost?
With us, the cost is $0 out of pocket. We advance all costs for experts, accident reconstruction, and filing fees. We only get paid a percentage of the final settlement or verdict. If we don’t win, you don’t owe us a dime.

5. Should I accept the first settlement offer?
NEVER. The first offer is always a lowball. Insurance adjusters are trained to catch you while you’re vulnerable and stressed. They want you to sign a release before you know if you need future surgery or if your TBI is permanent. Talk to us first—we know exactly what your case is worth.

6. Can I sue for PTSD after a truck wreck in Addison?
Absolutely. The mental trauma of seeing an 18-wheeler barreling toward you is a legitimate injury. Post-traumatic stress disorder, driving anxiety, and depression are all compensable non-economic damages under Texas law.

7. Who pays my medical bills while my case is pending?
While the trucking company doesn’t pay your bills until the end, we help you manage the process. We work with Town of Addison medical providers who treat victims on a “letter of protection,” meaning they wait to be paid out of your final settlement. This ensures you get the care you need immediately without going into debt.

8. What if the accident happened outside the Town of Addison city limits?
We handle cases across all of Dallas County and the entire state of Texas. Ralph Manginello is also licensed in New York, giving our firm the dual-state capability needed for complex interstate trucking litigation involving out-of-state carriers.

The Attorney911 Advantage: Powerful & Proven

When an 80,000-pound truck changes your family’s life, you need more than a lawyer—you need a fighter. Ralph Manginello has spent 25 years taking on the world’s largest corporations and winning multi-million dollar settlements. We’ve recovered over $50 million for Texans just like you.

As client Chad Harris said, “You are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.” We treat every case with the urgency and personal attention it deserves. You aren’t just a file number to us; you’re a person whose life has been turned upside down, and we take it personally when trucking companies try to push you around.

Our insider advantage is Lupe Peña. Having someone on our team who used to defend insurance companies means we know their weaknesses. We know when they are bluffing about their policy limits, and we know which adjusters are most likely to cave under the threat of a trial. We prepare every case as if it’s going to a Town of Addison jury, which is why our settlements are often higher than the other guys.

Ready to Fight Back?

The trucking company’s lawyers are already working. Their insurance adjuster is already looking for ways to pay you less. Every second you wait is a second they use to strengthen their defense against you. Stop the bleeding and start fighting for the compensation you deserve.

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Don’t let them win. Call Attorney911 right now at 1-888-ATTY-911 or (888) 288-9911 for your free consultation. From our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we serve the entire Town of Addison community and are ready to stand up for you.

Attorney911. Powerful & Proven. Because when disaster strikes, you need an attorney you can depend on.

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