SONORA TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYER: AGGRESSIVE ADVOCACY FOR 18-WHEELER AND COMMERCIAL VEHICLE VICTIMS

The impact was catastrophic. On the long, shimmering stretches of I-10 passing through Sonora, or perhaps at the intersection of US-277, 80,000 pounds of steel slammed into your vehicle. In a split second, your car—weighing maybe 4,000 pounds—was crushed by a force 20 times its size. If you are reading this, your life has likely changed forever. You aren’t just dealing with a “fender bender”; you are dealing with a legal emergency in the heart of the Permian Basin. At Attorney911, we understand that when a truck hits you in Sonora, you isn’t just fighting a driver; you’re fighting a multi-billion dollar industry that has teams of lawyers on the scene before the ambulance even leaves for the hospital.

For over 25 years, our founding partner Ralph Manginello has been the fighter that Sonora families turn to when disaster strikes. Since 1998, Ralph has gone head-to-head with the world’s largest corporations, including BP during the landmark Texas City refinery litigation, and has recovered multi-million dollar settlements for victims of catastrophic injuries. We know the roads in Sutton County. We know that Sonora is a critical gateway for both national logistics and intensive oilfield traffic. Whether you were hit by a long-haul 18-wheeler, a distracted Amazon delivery driver, or an overloaded oilfield water truck, our team provides the sophisticated, federal-court-level representation you need to win.

The trucking company that hit you in Sonora has already started building its defense. Their insurance adjusters are currently looking for ways to blame you, minimize your pain, and pay you the smallest amount possible. You need an advantage. Our team includes Lupe Peña, an associate attorney who used to work for a national insurance defense firm. Lupe spent years inside the system, learning the exact playbook insurance companies use to data-mine victims and deny legitimate claims. Now, he uses that “insider” knowledge to expose their tactics and maximize compensation for our clients. We don’t just know the law; we know the enemy.

If you’ve been hurt in an accident involving a commercial vehicle in Sonora, contact Attorney911 immediately at 1-888-ATTY-911. Your consultation is free, and you pay us nothing—zero upfront costs—unless we win your case. The clock is already ticking on the evidence. Let’s start your fight today.

WHY SONORA IS A HIGH-RISK ZONE FOR TRUCK ACCIDENTS

Sonora sits at a dangerous crossroads. As the seat of Sutton County, Sonora serves as a vital artery for the I-10 corridor, which carries thousands of 18-wheelers from the Port of Houston to the West Coast every single day. Simultaneously, Sonora is a hub for the Permian Basin’s energy sector. This creates a “perfect storm” of heavy vehicle traffic: high-speed transcontinental freight sharing the road with specialized oilfield equipment, frac sand haulers, and crude oil tankers.

We see the patterns on Sonora’s roads. The long, monotonous stretches of I-10 leading into and out of Sonora contribute to extreme driver fatigue. Many long-haul truckers are nearing the end of their federal driving limits by the time they reach Sutton County, leading to micro-sleep events and catastrophic rear-end collisions. Meanwhile, on rural roads like FM-1691 or US-277, the intensive oil and gas activity brings heavy loads onto two-lane segments never designed for 80,000-pound vehicles. The dust from unpaved lease roads often reduces visibility to zero, resulting in “gate runner” accidents and T-bone collisions at uncontrolled intersections.

Whether you were traveling for work, taking your family to the Caverns of Sonora, or simply commuting home, an 18-wheeler accident in Sonora isn’t a fair fight. You are going up against self-insured corporate giants like Walmart or Amazon, or multinational oilfield service companies like Halliburton and Schlumberger. Ralph Manginello has spent more than two decades holding these companies accountable. Our firm is currently litigating a $10 million lawsuit against a major university, demonstrating our capability to handle the most complex, high-stakes litigation in Texas. In Sonora, you need a lawyer who isn’t intimidated by a defendant’s size or wealth. You need Attorney911.

Call us 24/7 at 888-ATTY-911. We are ready to deploy investigators to the scene in Sonora immediately to secure the evidence you need to secure your future.

THE INSURANCE DEFENSE ADVANTAGE: OUR INSIDER EDGE IN SONORA CASES

Most personal injury firms in Texas follow a standard process. We do things differently. Because our firm includes Lupe Peña—a former insurance defense attorney—we possess a perspective that most lawyers simply don’t have. Lupe understands precisely how a trucking insurer evaluates a Sonora crash. He knows which details an adjuster will use to try to trigger a “contributory negligence” defense and how they use algorithmic software to undervalue your traumatic brain injury or spinal cord trauma.

When we represent a family in Sonora, we use this insider knowledge to stay three steps ahead. We know that the trucking company is already monitoring your social media. We know how they pressure doctors to minimize their findings. By anticipating their moves, we build a “trial-ready” case from day one. This aggressive posture is why we have achieved multi-million dollar results, including million-dollar recoveries for Traumatic Brain Injuries and catastrophic amputations.

As our client Chad Harris noted, “You are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.” We treat your Sonora case with the personal attention it deserves, backed by the firepower of a firm that has litigated against Fortune 500 fleets. We’ve gone toe-to-toe with the biggest corporate defendants and won. We know the Sonora court system, and we know how to present your story to a jury in a way that demands justice.

Hablamos Español. Llame a Lupe Peña al 1-888-ATTY-911 para una consulta gratuita. No importa su situación legal, nosotros estamos aquí para pelear por usted.

URGENCY MATTERS: THE 48-HOUR EVIDENCE WINDOW IN SONORA

In Sonora trucking cases, evidence is the most perishable commodity. While the physical debris is cleared from I-10 within hours, the truly critical evidence is digital—and it is designed to disappear. Every modern semi-truck is equipped with an Engine Control Module (ECM), often called the “black box.” This device records your impact speed, the exact moment the driver hit the brakes (or if they didn’t), and the throttle position in the seconds before the collision.

However, most ECM data is overwritten within 30 days—or even sooner if the truck is returned to service. Furthermore, electronic logging devices (ELDs) that track federal hours-of-service compliance can be legally purged after six months. If your accident involved an Amazon delivery van in Sonora, the Netradyne AI camera footage might be deleted in as little as 48 to 72 hours.

When you hire Attorney911, we send formal “spoliation letters” to the trucking company and their insurer within 24 hours. These legal demands force the company to preserve every shred of evidence, from the black box recordings to the driver’s post-crash drug test results and cell phone records. If they destroy evidence after receiving our letter, we can seek “adverse inference” instructions in court, telling the jury to assume the destroyed evidence proved the trucking company’s guilt.

Do not let the evidence of what happened to you in Sonora vanish. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now. Ralph Manginello and our dedicated team are standing by to lock down the facts.

INTENSIVE OILFIELD TRUCK ACCIDENTS IN THE SONORA REGION

Because Sonora sits on the edge of the prolific Permian Basin, oilfield trucking accidents are a daily reality. These are some of the most complex cases in Texas law because they often involve “dual jurisdiction.” The truck is governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) while on Sonora’s highways, but once it enters a wellsite or private lease road, OSHA workplace safety standards also apply.

FRAC SAND HAULERS AND OVERLOADED WATER TRUCKS

Sand hauling is the lifeblood of Permian operations. During a single frac job near Sonora, hundreds of sand trucks may make round-trips to a single wellsite. These drivers are often paid by the load, creating a lethal incentive to speed and skip legally mandated rest breaks under 49 CFR Part 395. We frequently find that sand haulers in Sonora are operating 10,000 to 15,000 pounds over the legal weight limit, making them impossible to stop in an emergency.

Produced water tankers are another significant hazard. A fully loaded water truck weighs nearly 80,000 pounds. Because liquid cargo “sloshes” during turns, an inexperienced or fatigued driver can easily cause a rollover on the sharp curves of Sutton County’s FM roads. When these trucks crash, the oil company will often try to claim the driver was an “independent contractor” to avoid responsibility. We know how to pierce that shield. We look at who controlled the route, who set the schedule, and who mandated the safety protocols. In the Sonora oil patch, the oil company almost always holds the reins, and we hold them liable.

CREW TRANSPORT VANS AND “HOT SHOTS”

When an oilfield crew transport van rolls over on US-277 at 4:30 AM, it isn’t just one person who is hurt—it’s often an entire team of 10 to 12 workers. These 15-passenger vans have a notoriously high center of gravity and are prone to catastrophic rollovers when loaded. Hot shot drivers, rushing parts to a drilling rig to avoid “down time” costs, are some of the most aggressive drivers in the Sonora area.

If you’ve been injured by any oilfield vehicle—whether a Halliburton pump truck, a Schlumberger wireline unit, or a local water hauler—you need an attorney who speaks the language of the oilfield. Ralph Manginello has over 25 years of experience handling industrial and vehicular injury cases against energy giants. We investigate the “Journey Management Plans,” the IVMS (In-Vehicle Monitoring System) data, and the ISNetworld safety ratings to prove the company prioritizes production over your safety.

Don’t let an oil company treat you like another “cost of doing business.” Call (888) 288-9911 today for a free evaluation of your Sonora oilfield injury case.

CORPORATE FLEET ACCIDENTS: HOLDING GIANTS ACCOUNTABLE IN SONORA

When you see a truck with a massive logo—Walmart, Amazon, FedEx, or UPS—cruising through Sonora, you’re seeing a mobile corporation. These cases are different from an accident with a local driver. Corporate defendants are often “self-insured,” meaning they pay claims from their own multibillion-dollar balance sheets. This makes them fight harder, but it also means there is virtually no limit to the compensation available if you have a lawyer who knows how to break their defense.

WALMART 18-WHEELER WRECKS

Walmart operates one of the largest and most sophisticated private fleets in the world. However, their reliance on just-in-time delivery means Walmart trucks are on Sonora’s roads 24 hours a day. Driver fatigue is a consistent issue. In our experience, large corporations often set internal safety standards that exceed FMCSA minimums. When a Walmart driver violates the company’s own Smith System defensive driving protocols, it is powerful evidence of negligence. Since 1998, Ralph Manginello has litigated against Fortune 500 entities and knows how to use a company’s internal rules to secure a settlement.

THE AMAZON “CONTRACTOR” DEFENSE

If an Amazon van hit you in a Sonora residential neighborhood, Amazon will likely tell you they aren’t responsible because the driver works for a “Delivery Service Partner” (DSP). We’ve seen this tactic before. We counter it by showing that Amazon controls the route via algorithm, monitors the driver with four AI cameras, and sets delivery quotas that effectively force the driver to act as an Amazon employee. We pierces the “independent contractor” label to reach Amazon’s deep pockets.

UPS, FEDEX, AND FOOD DISTRIBUTION

Whether it’s a brown UPS truck, a FedEx Ground contractor, or a Sysco refrigerated truck making a delivery in downtown Sonora, these vehicles are under constant pressure. We investigate the dispatch records and telematics data to prove that the company created the conditions that led to the crash. As client Donald Wilcox shared after his case was rejected by other firms: “One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello… I got a call to come pick up this handsome check.”

If a corporate logo was on the truck that hit you in Sonora, call Attorney911 at 1-888-ATTY-911. We have the resources to take on the biggest names in business.

UNDERSTANDING FMCSA REGULATIONS: THE KEY TO PROVING NEGLIGENCE

Commercial trucking is one of the most heavily regulated industries in America. These rules, established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), are codified in 49 CFR Parts 390-399. In a Sonora truck accident case, proving a violation of these regulations is often “negligence per se”—meaning the violation itself is proof that the driver or company was negligent.

49 CFR PART 395: HOURS OF SERVICE (HOS)

Fatigue is the silent killer on I-10 near Sonora. Federal law strictly limits driving time to prevent exhaustion:

• 11-Hour Driving Limit: A driver cannot drive more than 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty.
• 14-Hour Window: A driver cannot drive beyond the 14th hour after coming on duty.
• 30-Minute Break: Drivers must take a break after 8 cumulative hours of driving.
• 60/70-Hour Weekly Limits: Drivers are capped on total weekly hours to ensure they aren’t chronically fatigued.

When we investigate a Sonora crash, we pull the ELD logs. If a driver was pushed by a carrier to “falsify logs” to make a delivery in Sonora on time, we hold the carrier liable for the entire accident.

49 CFR PART 391: DRIVER QUALIFICATION

Trucking companies have a non-delegable duty to ensure their drivers are fit for the road. Part 391 requires every carrier to maintain a Driver Qualification File for every operator. This must include:

• A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• A current Medical Examiner’s Certificate (proving the driver doesn’t have untreated sleep apnea, epilepsy, or dangerous heart conditions).
• An annual review of the driver’s motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Hiring a driver with a history of DUIs or reckless driving is “negligent hiring.” If that driver hits you in Sonora, the company is just as responsible as the person behind the wheel.

49 CFR PART 393 & 396: PARTS AND MAINTENANCE

At 80,000 pounds, a truck must have flawless mechanical systems.

• Brakes (Part 393): Trucking companies often defer brake maintenance to save money. A truck traveling at 70 mph on I-10 near Sonora needs every inch of its braking power.
• Tires (Section 393.75): Blowouts are common in the West Texas heat. Using retreaded tires on steer axles or running on bald tread is a direct violation of federal law.
• Inspection (Part 396): Drivers must perform “pre-trip” and “post-trip” inspections daily. If a driver ignored a lighting defect or an air leak and crashed in Sonora, they are liable.

Ralph Manginello and our team have spent 25+ years analyzing these regulations. We work with former FMCSA inspectors and accident reconstruction experts to identify every violation that contributed to your accident in Sonora.

Put our technical expertise to work for you. Call 888-ATTY-911 today.

ALL POTENTIALLY LIABLE PARTIES: CASTING THE WIDEST NET

One reason why Sonora truck accidents result in higher settlements than car accidents is that there are often multiple companies that owe you money. Most layers only sue the driver and the trucking company. At Attorney911, we investigate the entire supply chain.

Parties we hold accountable in Sonora cases include:

1. The Truck Driver: For direct negligence (speeding, distraction, impairment).
2. The Motor Carrier (Trucking Company): Under respondeat superior and for negligent maintenance.
3. The Cargo Shipper/Owner: If they required an unsafe schedule or failed to disclose hazardous materials.
4. The Loading Company: If improperly secured cargo shifted, causing a rollover on Sutton County roads.
5. The Maintenance Provider: If a third-party mechanic failed to fix a known brake or steering defect.
6. The Freight Broker: For hiring a “substandard” carrier with a known history of safety violations.
7. The Truck/Parts Manufacturer: If a tire blowout or brake failure was caused by a manufacturing defect.
8. The Oilfield Operator: If the oil company failed to maintain a safe wellsite entrance or lease road.
9. The Corporate Brand Owner: If the truck was branded with a logo like Amazon or Walmart, creating “ostensible agency.”
10. The Government Entity: If a road design defect on Sutton County highways contributed to the crash.

By identifying five or six liable parties, we can “stack” insurance policies. Instead of being limited by one $750,000 policy, we can often access tens of millions of dollars in total coverage. This is essential when your medical bills alone may reach seven figures.

As client Glenda Walker said, “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved.” That is exactly what we do. We don’t stop at the easiest target; we go after everyone who contributed to your pain.

TYPES OF TRUCK AND COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ACCIDENTS WE HANDLE IN SONORA

Every accident has a different physical “fingerprint.” We tailor our investigation in Sonora to the specific mechanics of your crash.

JACKKNIFE ACCIDENTS

Common on I-10 during Sutton County thunderstorms or sudden traffic slowdowns. A jackknife occurs when a truck’s trailer swings out perpendicular to the cab. This often sweeps across three lanes of traffic, trapping everyone in its path. We look for evidence of improper braking or “empty trailer” instability.

UNDERRIDE COLLISIONS

These are the most lethal accidents we see in Sonora. When a car strikes the back or side of a truck and slides underneath, the trailer often shears off the top of the passenger vehicle. Federal law (49 CFR 393.86) requires “Mansfield Bars” to prevent this, but many are poorly maintained or entirely missing. These cases almost always involve catastrophic head trauma or wrongful death.

WIDE TURN “SQUEEZE” ACCIDENTS

In downtown Sonora or at busy truck stops, 18-wheelers must swing wide to make turns. If a driver fails to check their mirrors or signal properly, they can “squeeze” a smaller vehicle between the trailer and the curb. This results in devastating crushing injuries.

BLIND SPOT (“NO-ZONE”) CRASHES

Trucks have massive blind spots. If a driver merges into you on I-10 because they didn’t have properly adjusted mirrors (violating 49 CFR 393.80) or were too distracted to check, they are 100% liable. We use telematics and dashcam footage to prove you were in their “No-Zone” and they failed their duty of care.

DUMP TRUCKS AND CONCRETE MIXERS

Construction is booming around Sonora. Dump trucks, weighing 60,000 pounds, often operate with unsecured loads that drop debris onto follow vehicles. Concrete mixers, with their shifting liquid cargo, have an extremely high center of gravity and are prone to rollovers. These vehicles are often operated by local contractors with minimal safety oversight—we bring the full weight of federal law down on them.

RENTAL TRUCKS (U-HAUL, PENSKE)

The most terrifying vehicles on Sonora’s roads are often rental trucks. U-Haul and Penske rent 26-foot trucks to people who have never driven anything larger than a sedan. These drivers have no CDL and no training in stopping distances. If an untrained rental driver hit you, we investigate whether the rental company was negligent in “entrusting” a lethal vehicle to an obviously unfit driver.

CATASTROPHIC INJURIES: THE HUMAN COST OF SONORA TRUCK WRECKS

When an 18-wheeler hits you, the medical terminology becomes your new reality. At Attorney911, we have seen the toll these crashes take. We don’t just see a “case file”; we see a father who can no longer pick up his children, or a professional whose career was ended by a brain injury.

TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES (TBI)

Settlement Range: $1.5M – $9.8M+
A TBI doesn’t always involve a cracked skull. The “coup-contrecoup” force of a Sonora truck impact can shear neurons inside the brain. Symptoms like memory loss, personality changes, and “brain fog” can be permanent. We work with neurologists and life-care planners to ensure your settlement covers the cognitive therapy and 24/7 care you may need for the rest of your life.

SPINAL CORD INJURIES AND PARALYSIS

Settlement Range: $4.7M – $25.8M+
Whether it’s paraplegia or quadriplegia, a spinal injury requires millions in home modifications, specialized vehicles, and continuous medical supervision. We fight for the “maximum recovery” because we know that “fair” isn’t enough when you’ve lost your mobility.

AMPUTATIONS AND CRUSH INJURIES

Settlement Range: $1.9M – $8.6M+
The crushing weight of an 80,000-pound truck often leaves limbs unsalvageable. We’ve recovered $3.8 million in cases involving amputations. We ensure your compensation includes the cost of high-tech prosthetics that must be replaced every five to ten years.

WRONGFUL DEATH

Settlement Range: $1.9M – $9.5M+
No amount of money can bring back a loved one lost on Sutton County roads. However, a wrongful death claim provides financial security for the survivors and sends a message to the trucking industry that they cannot kill for profit. We handle these cases with the utmost compassion, as noted by client Chad Harris: “You are FAMILY to them.”

If you are suffering in Sonora, let us take the legal burden off your shoulders. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 for an empathetic, no-cost consultation.

TEXAS TRUCKING LAWS: NAVIGATING THE LEGAL LANDSCAPE IN SONORA

Texas is the busiest trucking state in the country, and our laws reflect that complexity. Navigating a Sonora claim requires an attorney who knows the nuances of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code.

THE 2-YEAR STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS

In Sonora, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, your right to compensation is gone forever. However, do not wait two years. As we’ve emphasized, the evidence in an 18-wheeler case is often gone in 30 days. You need a lawyer to file a lawsuit or send a preservation demand immediately.

THE 51% MODIFIED COMPARATIVE NEGLIGENCE RULE

Texas follows a “proportionate responsibility” model. In Sonora, you can recover damages as long as you were 50% or less at fault. If a jury finds you 20% at fault, your final award is reduced by 20%. But if you are found 51% responsible, you recover nothing. This is why the trucking company’s lawyers will fight so hard to shift blame to you. Lupe Peña’s defense background allows us to anticipate these “victim-blaming” strategies and shut them down before they reach a jury.

DAMAGE CAPS IN TEXAS

Texas does not cap “economic” damages (medical bills, lost wages). We have no cap on “non-economic” damages (pain and suffering) in motor vehicle cases. However, punitive damages are capped. Under Chapter 41 of the Code, punitive awards (meant to punish gross negligence) are limited to the greater of:

• $200,000, OR
• Two times the amount of economic damages plus an amount equal to non-economic damages (up to $750,000).

Because of these caps, it is vital to maximize every dollar of your “economic” losses through accurate life-care planning. We leave no stone unturned in documenting the true cost of your Sonora injuries.

SONORA TRUCK ACCIDENT FAQ

Q: What if the truck driver was from out of state?
A: This is extremely common on I-10 in Sonora. Because of “diversity jurisdiction,” these cases are often heard in federal court—specifically the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas. Ralph Manginello is admitted to federal court and has 25+ years of experience litigating in this high-stakes environment.

Q: Can I sue the oil company for an accident on a private lease road in Sutton County?
A: Yes. Oil companies have a duty to maintain safe “premises.” If dust from an unpaved lease road or a lack of signage at a wellpad entrance caused your accident in Sonora, the operator may be liable for premises liability.

Q: How much does a truck accident lawyer in Sonora cost?
A: At Attorney911, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means we charge 33.3% of the settlement if we resolve it before trial, and 40% if we have to go to court. You pay $0 out of pocket. We advance all the costs of hiring experts and filing fees. If we don’t win, you don’t owe us a dime.

Q: Should I sign the insurance company’s release to get my car fixed?
A: NO. Never sign anything from a trucking insurer without a lawyer’s review. These releases often contain “hidden” language that waives your right to pursue a bodily injury claim. They want to pay for your bumper so they don’t have to pay for your spine.

Q: What if the truck had a “not responsible for broken windshields” sign?
A: These signs hold no legal weight in Sonora. If a truck was improperly loaded or lacked a mudguard (violating 49 CFR 393.75), they are responsible for any damage or injuries caused by falling debris, regardless of a sticker on their bumper.

Q: How long will my Sonora case take?
A: A simple case can settle in 6 to 12 months. Complex litigation involving multiple corporate defendants in Sonora often takes 18 to 36 months. We work as fast as possible to get you the resources you need to heal, but we never “quick-settle” for less than you deserve. As Angel Walle noted, we “solved in a couple of months what others did nothing about in two years.”

YOUR FIGHT FOR JUSTICE IN SONORA STARTS HERE

You didn’t ask to be in this position. You were just driving through Sonora, minding your own business, when someone else’s greed or carelessness changed your world. The medical bills are stacking up, the physical therapy is exhausting, and the insurance company is treating you like a nuisance.

It’s time to hit back.

Attorney911 is “Powerful & Proven.” We bring 25+ years of trial experience, an insider’s knowledge of insurance tactics, and a track record of multi-million dollar results to every case in Sonora. Whether you were hit by an Amazon van, a Walmart 18-wheeler, or a sand truck on an oilfield road, we won’t rest until the responsible parties pay for what they took from you.

Contact Attorney911 – The Manginello Law Firm today:

• Toll-Free: 1-888-ATTY-911
• Houston Direct: (713) 528-9070
• Email: ralph@atty911.com
• Online: Attorney911.com

We are available 24/7 to take your call. Your future depends on the actions you take in the next 48 hours. Don’t let the trucking company win. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 and get a fighter in your corner.

Hablamos Español. Llame ahora.

Attorney Ralph Manginello – Admitted to the State Bar of Texas, State Bar of New York, and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas. 25+ years of litigation excellence.

City of Sonora Sutton County Texas Truck Accident Summary

• Major Corridors: I-10, US-277, FM-1691.
• Primary Risks: Permian Basin oilfield traffic, long-haul logistics fatigue, West Texas heat-induced blowouts.
• Trauma Access: Direct distance to San Angelo or San Antonio emergency facilities.
• Litigation Venue: Sutton County District Court / Southern District of Texas Federal Court.
• Statute of Limitations: 2 Years.
• Negligence Rule: 51% Bar Modified Comparative.

1-888-ATTY-911 — The only number you need after a Sonora truck disaster.