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Illinois Bend Truck Accident Attorneys: Attorney911 Provides 25+ Years of Multi-Million Dollar Firepower and a Former Insurance Defense Attorney to Crush Great West Casualty and Old Republic Playbooks, Recovering $5M+ for TBI and $3.8M+ for Amputation Victims Hit by 80,000-Pound Walmart 18-Wheelers, Halliburton Oilfield Haulers, Cattle Trailers, and Amazon Vans, We Extract Samsara ELD Data and DriveCam Video Before the 30-Day Black Box Overwrite While FMCSA Experts Hold Corporate Defendants Accountable for Jackknife and Rollover Crashes, $750,000 Minimum Federal Insurance Exposed for All Motorcyclists and Drivers, Free 24/7 Consultation, No Fee Unless We Win, 1-888-ATTY-911, Hablamos Español

February 18, 2026 28 min read
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Protecting Families After Truck Accidents in Illinois Bend

The impact was catastrophic. You were driving along the quiet roads near Illinois Bend, perhaps heading toward Gainesville or crossing the beautiful stretches of Cooke County, when 80,000 pounds of steel slammed into your vehicle. In a split second, your world was shattered. Whether it was a massive 18-wheeler jackknifing on I-35, a grain truck failing to yield on a farm-to-market road, or an Amazon delivery van rushing through a neighborhood, the results are the same: your car is totaled, your body is broken, and your future is suddenly uncertain.

At Attorney911, we know that if you have been hit by a commercial vehicle in Illinois Bend, you aren’t just looking for a “settlement.” You are looking for a way to put your life back together. Trucking companies and corporate giants have teams of lawyers on retainer and adjusters on speed dial. Before you even leave the hospital in North Texas, their team is already working to minimize what they pay you. You need more than just a lawyer; you need a fighter who understands the local landscape of Illinois Bend and has the national power to bring these corporations to justice.

Ralph Manginello has spent more than 25 years in the trenches of personal injury litigation, making a name for himself as a tenacious advocate for victims across Texas. Since 1998, he has gone head-to-head with some of the biggest corporate entities on the planet—including Walmart, Amazon, and BP—and he has made them pay. Our firm isn’t just another name on a billboard. We treat our clients like family, a sentiment echoed by our client Chad Harris, who said, “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.”

If you’ve been hurt in Illinois Bend, don’t wait. The trucking company is already building their case against you. Call Attorney911 right now at 1-888-ATTY-911 for a free, no-obligation consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay us nothing unless we win your case.

Why Experience Matters on the Roads of Northern Cooke County

Illinois Bend is a unique part of Texas. Situated in northern Cooke County near the Red River, our local roads see a heavy mix of agricultural hauling, oilfield service vehicles, and long-haul freight passing through the I-35 corridor just to our east. When a truck accident occurs in Illinois Bend, it isn’t just a simple car wreck. It involves federal regulations, multi-million dollar insurance policies, and complex corporate structures designed to shield the mother company from liability.

For over two decades, Ralph Manginello has specialized in navigating these complexities. He is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and has extensive experience in federal court, where many interstate trucking cases are litigated. This level of expertise is critical because an 18-wheeler accident in Illinois Bend isn’t governed by the same rules as a fender-bender between two sedans. It is governed by a massive volume of federal laws known as the FMCSA regulations.

Adding to our firm’s strength is associate attorney Lupe Peña. Lupe brings a unique “unfair advantage” to our clients in Illinois Bend: he used to work for the insurance companies. Before joining Attorney911, Lupe was an insurance defense attorney, meaning he knows exactly how these companies think, how they value claims, and the dirty tactics they use to lowball victims. He has read their playbooks because he helped write them. Now, he uses that insider knowledge to fight for families in Illinois Bend. We know when they are bluffing, and we know when they are hiding money.

As client Glenda Walker said after her case, “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved.” That is the Attorney911 promise. We aren’t here to settle for the first low offer the insurance company throws at you. We are here to maximize your recovery.

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

The Massive Scale of Truck Accidents in Texas

Texas consistently leads the nation in commercial truck fatalities and injuries. The sheer volume of freight moving through our state, combined with the extreme speed on corridors like I-35, creates a deadly environment for families in Illinois Bend. Every 16 minutes, someone in America is injured in a commercial truck crash. While thousands of Americans die annually in these accidents, families in Illinois Bend face a particularly high risk because of the heavy traffic moving through North Texas between Dallas and the Oklahoma border.

An 80,000-pound truck traveling at highway speeds is essentially a missile on wheels. Physics tells us that a loaded semi is roughly 20 to 25 times heavier than your passenger car. When that mass collides with your 4,000-pound sedan, your vehicle has no chance. The kinetic energy involved is overwhelming, which is why truck accidents in Illinois Bend so often lead to traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and wrongful death.

If you have been hit by a company truck in Illinois Bend, you need a firm that has recovered multi-million dollar settlements for families just like yours. We have secured settlements ranging from $1.5 million to $9.8 million for traumatic brain injury victims and $1.9 million to $9.5 million for wrongful death cases. You can see more about the impact of these injuries in our video: “The Victim’s Guide to 18-Wheeler Accident Injuries” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxEHIxZTbK8.

The clock is already ticking. Texas gives you only two years to file your trucking accident claim. Wait too long in Illinois Bend, and you lose your right to compensation forever—no matter how serious your injuries are. Call 888-ATTY-911 today.

Understanding the FMCSA Regulations That Protect Illinois Bend Drivers

When we investigate a truck accident in Illinois Bend, the first thing we look for are violations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. These regulations, codified in 49 CFR Parts 390-399, are the law of the land for every commercial truck on the road. They exist for one reason: to keep you and your family safe.

Trucking companies in Illinois Bend often view these safety rules as “suggestions” that get in the way of their profit margins. They pressure drivers to stay on the road too long, skip inspections, and carry overweight loads. When they break these laws, they are negligent, and we use that negligence to hold them accountable.

49 CFR Part 395: Hours of Service (HOS)

This is perhaps the most frequently violated regulation in Illinois Bend truck accidents. Federal law is clear: a driver can only be behind the wheel for a maximum of 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty. They cannot drive beyond the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty and must take a 30-minute break after 8 hours of driving.

Driver fatigue is a quiet killer. In the long stretches of road surrounding Illinois Bend, a fatigued driver’s reaction time is as impaired as someone who is legally drunk. If a driver has been behind the wheel for 14 hours trying to reach Gainesville or the border, their ability to react to a sudden stop on I-35 is non-existent. Our founder Ralph Manginello, with 25 years of experience, knows exactly how to subpoena Electronic Logging Device (ELD) logs to prove a driver was operating while dangerously exhausted.

49 CFR Part 391: Driver Qualifications

Not everyone is fit to drive an 80,000-pound machine. Under Part 391, trucking companies must maintain a comprehensive Driver Qualification File for every operator. This includes their driving record, medical certificates, road test results, and drug test history.

If a trucking company hired a driver with a history of DUIs or multiple speeding tickets to drive through Illinois Bend, they are liable for negligent hiring. We examine these files with a fine-toothed comb. We often find that companies failed to perform the required background checks because they were desperate for drivers. Our team, including a former insurance defense attorney, knows that these files are where the most damaging evidence is often hidden.

49 CFR Part 393 & 396: Maintenance and Safety Equipment

Every truck that passes through Illinois Bend must be systematically inspected and maintained. Part 396 requires drivers to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and carriers must keep detailed maintenance records for at least one year. Part 393 sets the standards for brakes, tires, lighting, and cargo securement.

Brake failure is a factor in nearly 30% of all truck crashes. If a trucking company skipped a brake inspection to save a few dollars and that truck then plowed into you in Illinois Bend, that isn’t an “accident”—it’s a crime of negligence. We work with mechanical experts to inspect the wreckage and prove that the equipment was unsafe. Learn more about how we handle these issues in our video: “Truck Tire Blowouts and When You Need a Lawyer” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCTumr1looc.

Don’t let them hide the truth. If you’ve been hurt in Illinois Bend, call Attorney911 at (888) 288-9911. We move fast to preserve the evidence they want to disappear.

Common Types of Truck Accidents in Illinois Bend

The geography of Illinois Bend creates specific risks for different types of commercial vehicle crashes. Whether you are on a high-speed interstate or a narrow county road, the mechanics of a truck crash are terrifying and unique.

Jackknife Accidents in Cooke County

A jackknife occurs when the trailer of an 18-wheeler swings out at an angle, sliding perpendicular to the cab. This often happens on wet or slick roads—common during North Texas storms near Illinois Bend—when a driver brakes too suddenly or enters a curve too fast. Once a truck begins to jackknife across I-35, it becomes an unstoppable wall of steel that sweeps across multiple lanes, trapping everything in its path.

Rollover Crashes on North Texas Rural Roads

Rollovers are common on the winding roads of Cooke County. Because trucks have a high center of gravity, they are incredibly unstable during sharp turns or sudden swerves. If cargo is improperly loaded or shifts during transport, the truck can tip over with very little warning. We often see rollovers involving oilfield water trucks or sand haulers in regions like Illinois Bend, where lease roads and rural FM roads are not always engineered for the extreme weight of these vehicles.

Underride Collisions: A Lethal Threat

An underride collision is perhaps the most horrifying type of accident someone in Illinois Bend can face. This happens when a smaller vehicle slides under the rear or side of a trailer. Because the trailer sits so high off the ground, the car’s roof is often sheared off at windshield level, leading to instant decapitation or catastrophic TBI. Federal law (49 CFR 393.86) requires rear impact guards, but they often fail, and side underride guards are not yet federally mandated. We fight to hold manufacturers and trucking companies liable for these preventable deaths.

Blind Spot and Wide Turn Accidents

Trucks have massive “No-Zones”—blind spots where your car is completely invisible to the driver. These exist in the front 20 feet, the rear 30 feet, and along both sides of the trailer. In urban areas near Illinois Bend, we also see frequent “squeeze play” accidents where a truck swings wide to make a turn and crushes a smaller vehicle between the trailer and a curb.

If you’ve been involved in any of these crashes in Illinois Bend, call 1-888-ATTY-911. One number, one call, your fight for justice starts now.

Specialized Commercial Vehicle Risks in Illinois Bend

While 18-wheelers get the most attention, Illinois Bend is home to many other types of commercial vehicles that pose a significant danger to residents. Our managing partner, Ralph Manginello, has over two decades of experience handling cases involving all types of heavy equipment.

Dump Truck and Construction Vehicle Accidents

Loaded dump trucks hauling gravel or soil around Illinois Bend can weigh up to 65,000 pounds. These vehicles are often operated by small subcontractors with poor maintenance records and minimal insurance. Because dump trucks are frequently overloaded to increase profit, they have catastrophic stopping distances and are highly prone to rollovers. If a dump truck hit you on a construction site or a local road in Illinois Bend, we investigate the entire chain of liability, including the construction company and the developer.

Oilfield Trucking Accidents in North Texas

Illinois Bend sits on the edges of the historic North Texas oil and gas regions. This means our roads are shared with frac sand haulers, produced water tankers, and crude oil trucks. These drivers often work brutal 12-to-14-hour shifts and travel on remote lease roads that are poorly maintained.

The legal complexity of an oilfield crash is immense. It often involves both FMCSA trucking laws and OSHA workplace safety regulations (29 CFR 1910). Ralph Manginello’s experience includes major industrial litigation against giants like BP, making him uniquely qualified to handle oilfield trucking cases in Illinois Bend. We understand the dual-jurisdiction nature of these wrecks—it’s both a trucking case and a workplace injury case.

Garbage Trucks and Concrete Mixers

Garbage trucks operate in our Illinois Bend neighborhoods every week. They have massive blind spots and are often backing up in areas where children or pedestrians are present. Similarly, concrete mixers are among the heaviest vehicles on the road—weighing up to 70,000 pounds—and their rotating drums create a “slosh effect” that can cause a rollover at very low speeds. Both these vehicle types require specialized driver training that is frequently ignored.

Rental Truck Accidents (U-Haul, Penske)

Perhaps the most terrifying vehicles on the road around Illinois Bend are large rental trucks. Companies like U-Haul and Penske rent 26-foot trucks to people who have never driven anything larger than a SUV. These drivers don’t need a CDL, and they often receive almost zero safety training. When an untrained driver in a 26,000-pound truck realizes they can’t stop in time for a red light in Illinois Bend, the results are devastating.

Whether it was a delivery van, a tow truck, or a school bus, if it was a commercial vehicle, we can help. Call 888-ATTY-911 for an attorney who knows how to find every dollar of insurance available.

Vulnerable Road Users in Illinois Bend

We don’t just represent people in cars. We fight for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists hit by trucks in Illinois Bend. These victims have zero protection against an 80,000-pound vehicle.

If a truck driver fails to check their blind spot and sideswipes a motorcyclist on a North Texas highway, it isn’t a “minor” incident—it’s an amputation or a fatality. We hold trucking companies to a higher standard of care because they are professional drivers operating dangerous machinery. As Glenda Walker said, we fight for “every dime you deserve,” and for a vulnerable road user, that compensation is often the only way to pay for a lifetime of medical equipment and rehabilitation.

Hablamos Español. Consulta gratis con Lupe Peña al 1-888-ATTY-911.

Corporate Fleet Accountability: Walmart, Amazon, and FedEx

In Illinois Bend, you aren’t just sharing the road with independent truckers. You are sharing the road with the biggest corporations in America.

The Amazon “Independent Contractor” Defense

If an Amazon van hits you in Illinois Bend, Amazon will immediately claim they aren’t responsible. They use a system called “Delivery Service Partners” (DSPs)—small LLCs that technically employ the drivers. Amazon argues that because the drivers aren’t “Amazon employees,” the billion-dollar tech giant shouldn’t have to pay.

Don’t buy it. Our managing partner Ralph Manginello knows how to pierce this shield. Amazon controls the routes. Amazon sets the delivery windows. Amazon installs four AI cameras (Netradyne) in every van to score the driver’s performance. If they exercise that much control, the law says they can be held liable. We’ve gone toe-to-toe with Amazon and we know how to force them to the table.

Walmart’s Self-Insured Resistance

Walmart operates one of the largest private fleets in the world. When a Walmart truck is involved in a wreck near Illinois Bend, they don’t call an outside insurance company. They are self-insured for millions of dollars, meaning they pay claims from their own corporate coffers.

This makes them fight harder. Walmart has its own rapid-response team of investigators and lawyers who are dispatched to accident scenes immediately. They will try to get you to sign papers or give a recorded statement while you are still in shock. Lupe Peña, our former insurance defense specialist, knows these tactics. He knows how to protect you from the corporate adjusters whose only job is to protect Walmart’s bottom line.

FedEx and UPS Liability

FedEx Ground uses a contractor model similar to Amazon, while UPS drivers are typically company employees. Regardless of the logo on the side of the truck that hit you in Illinois Bend, Attorney911 has the experience to hold them accountable. We identify all layers of insurance—primary, excess, and umbrella policies—to ensure there is enough money to cover your catastrophic injuries.

Learn more about these commercial insurance issues in our video: “The Definitive Guide To MCS 90 Auto Endorsements” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auB5NWcwyag.

The trucking company’s team is already working. Why aren’t you? Call Attorney911 now at (888) 288-9911.

Who is Liable for Your Truck Accident in Illinois Bend?

Most law firms only sue the truck driver. At Attorney911, we know that is a mistake. To maximize your recovery in Illinois Bend, we look for every potentially liable party. There are often up to 16 different entities that may share responsibility:

  1. The Truck Driver: For speeding, fatigue, distraction, or impairment.
  2. The Trucking Company: Under respondeat superior (employer liability) and for negligent hiring and training.
  3. The Cargo Owner: If the freight was inherently dangerous or improperly disclosed.
  4. The Loading Company: If improperly secured cargo shifted and caused a rollover or jackknife.
  5. The Truck/Trailer Manufacturer: If a designer flaw, like a defective fuel tank or weak roof, contributed to injuries.
  6. Parts Manufacturers: For defective tires causing blowouts or brake systems that failed.
  7. Maintenance Companies: If a third-party mechanic performed negligent repairs.
  8. Freight Brokers: For brokering a load to a carrier they knew had a dangerous safety record.
  9. The Truck Owner: If they leased a dangerous vehicle to a driver.
  10. Government Entities: If poor road design or unmaintained road surfaces in Illinois Bend contributed to the crash.
  11. Corporate Parent Companies: Holding giants like Walmart or Amazon responsible for the systems they created.
  12. Oilfield Operators: In oilfield cases, the company that owns the lease and controls the worksite.
  13. Staffing Agencies: If they provided an unqualified driver.
  14. Rental Companies: Like U-Haul or Penske, for negligent entrustment or maintenance failures.
  15. Transit Agencies/School Districts: For bus accidents, which involve complex sovereign immunity rules.
  16. The Federal Government: If the accident involved a USPS mail truck or military vehicle (FTCA claims).

By identifying all liable parties, we can “stack” multiple insurance policies. This is the difference between a $750,000 recovery and a multi-million dollar settlement. Client Glenda Walker said, “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved,” and that’s only possible if you identify every party that owes you a dime.

48-Hour Evidence Preservation: The Clock is Ticking in Illinois Bend

In an 18-wheeler case, the evidence is almost entirely in the hands of the defendant. This creates a massive problem for families in Illinois Bend. Trucking companies are required by law to keep records, but they aren’t required to keep them forever.

  • ECM (Black Box) Data: This records speed, braking, and engine data in the seconds before impact. Many systems overwrite this data in as little as 30 days or the next time the truck is driven.
  • ELD Logs: Electronic logs of driver hours must be kept for 6 months.
  • Dashcam Footage: Forward and cab-facing cameras often erase old footage within 7 to 14 days.

If you wait two months to hire a lawyer, the evidence that would have proven the driver was speeding and awake for 20 hours may already be gone. At Attorney911, we send formal spoliation letters within 24 to 48 hours of being retained. This legal notice demands that the company preserve all electronic and physical evidence. If they destroy it after receiving our letter, they can face severe sanctions in court.

In Illinois Bend, our extreme heat can also degrade physical evidence like tire remnants and skid marks faster than in cooler climates. We deploy investigators immediately to photograph the scene and secure the “black box” data.

Don’t let them delete the truth. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 right now. We are standing by 24/7.

Recovering from Catastrophic Injuries

A truck accident doesn’t just result in cuts and bruises. It results in life-altering trauma. We have helped families in Illinois Bend and across Texas navigate the most difficult recoveries imaginable.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

The violent force of an 18-wheeler impact can cause the brain to slam against the inside of the skull. This results in axonal shearing and permanent cognitive damage. We have recovered settlements between $1.5 million and $9.8 million for TBI victims. These injuries often require a lifetime of speech therapy, cognitive rehab, and home care. As client Mongo Slade said, “I was rear-ended and the team got right to work… I also got a very nice settlement.” To understand your symptoms, see our video: “Is a Headache Normal After a Car Accident?” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EF82H16eCo.

Spinal Cord Injury and Paralysis

A crushed vertebrae or severed cord can lead to lifelong paraplegia or quadriplegia. The lifetime cost of care for these injuries can exceed $5 million. We work with life care planners to ensure your settlement covers every wheelchair, every home modification, and every hour of nursing care you will ever need.

Amputations and Crush Injuries

When a massive commercial vehicle rolls onto a passenger car in Illinois Bend, limbs are often crushed or severed. We managed a case that secured over $3.8 million for an amputation victim. This compensation must cover the immense cost of prosthetic limbs, which need to be replaced every 3 to 5 years for the rest of your life.

Psychological Trauma: PTSD and Driving Anxiety

The emotional scars are often as deep as the physical ones. Many of our clients in Illinois Bend suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and can no longer drive on highways or even be near large trucks without a panic attack. This is a real, compensable injury. Learn more: “Can I Get a PTSD Payout After a Car Accident?” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9803X_jnR4A.

Wrongful Death: Justice for the Fallen

No amount of money can replace a loved one. But a wrongful death claim is about more than money; it is about accountability and the future security of your children and spouse. Our firm has recovered multi-million dollar wrongful death settlements in Texas (ranging from $1.9 million to $9.5 million), helping families survive the loss of a primary earner and find a path forward.

Your family, your future, your fight. Let us take the weight off your shoulders. Call 888-ATTY-911.

Commercial Truck Insurance and Damages: Why Your Case is High Value

One reason trucking companies fight so hard in Illinois Bend is that they have more to lose. Federal law requires much higher insurance limits than standard auto policies.

  • General Freight: $750,000 minimum.
  • Oil and Equipment: $1,000,000 minimum.
  • Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT): $5,000,000 minimum.

These are just the minimums. Major corporate fleets often carry layers of excess and umbrella coverage totaling $50 million or more. However, accessing this money requires proving negligence through the FMCSA rules we discussed earlier.

Under Texas law, you can recover:

  • Economic Damages: Medical bills (past and future), lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and physical home modifications.
  • Non-Economic Damages: Pain and suffering, mental anguish, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life.
  • Punitive Damages: When we can prove gross negligence—like a company knowing their driver was dangerous but keeping them on the road anyway.

Illinois Bend uses a modified comparative negligence system. As long as you are 50% or less at fault, you can still recover your damages. Don’t let an insurance adjuster tell you that you get nothing because you were speeding a few miles over the limit. That’s a lie. Call Lupe Peña, our former defense attorney, and let him give you the real story.

Frequently Asked Questions for Illinois Bend Truck Accident Victims

Q: What should I do immediately after my accident in Illinois Bend?
A: Call 911. Document the scene with your phone—photos of the truck, the license plate, the DOT number on the door, and the driver’s license. See a doctor immediately at a trauma center like those in Gainesville or Denton. Then, call Attorney911 at 1-888-ATTY-911 before you speak to any insurance company.

Q: Can I sue Walmart or Amazon directly if their truck hit me?
A: Yes. Walmart drivers are usually direct employees, making Walmart responsible under respondeat superior. For Amazon, we often have to pierce the “independent contractor” shield, but we know exactly how to show that Amazon’s total control over the driver makes them legally responsible.

Q: How much is my case worth in Illinois Bend?
A: Every case is unique, but trucking accidents with serious injuries often settle for six or seven figures because of the high insurance policies involved. We look at your medical bills, your lifelong pain, and how your ability to work has been affected.

Q: Who pays my medical bills after a truck accident?
A: Eventually, the trucking company’s insurance will pay. But they don’t pay as you go. We can often help you arrange medical treatment through a “Letter of Protection” so you can get the surgery you need now without paying out of pocket, with the doctors being paid once your settlement is finalized. Learn more: “What Is fair Compensation for Pain and Suffering?” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG07vbB4cdU.

Q: I was hit by an oilfield water truck on a lease road. Is the oil company responsible?
A: Often, yes. The oil company that operates the lease controls the traffic flow and safety standards of that worksite. If they hired a dangerous contractor or failed to maintain a safe road, they are liable. This is especially relevant in the areas surrounding Illinois Bend.

Q: How long do I have to file a lawsuit in Illinois Bend?
A: In Texas, the statute of limitations is 2 years. But remember—evidence can be gone in 30 days. You need to act within the first 48 hours to preserve the “black box” data and camera footage.

Q: Do I need a lawyer if the insurance company offered me money?
A: Yes! That first offer is almost always a “lowball” designed to make you go away before you realize you need surgery in six months. Client Donald Wilcox noted: “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.”

Q: I’m self-employed and can’t work now. Can I recover that income?
A: Yes. We use forensic accountants to prove your “loss of earning capacity”—not just the jobs you missed this month, but the permanent damage to your career potential. This is often the largest part of a commercial vehicle settlement.

Q: What if the truck driver was on drugs or alcohol?
A: This is a massive violation of 49 CFR 382. If a driver fails a post-accident drug test, it can lead to punitive damages—additional money meant to punish the company for its recklessness.

Q: My spouse was killed. Who can file the claim in Illinois Bend?
A: Under Texas law, the surviving spouse, children, and parents can file a wrongful death claim. If they don’t, the executor of the estate can file. We handle these cases with the utmost compassion.

Q: A dump truck hit me on FM 1201. Can I sue the construction company?
A: Yes. If the dump truck was working for a general contractor in Illinois Bend, that contractor has a duty to ensure they are using safe, insured subcontractors. We find every defendant in the chain.

Q: Can I get the truck’s dashcam video?
A: Yes, but only if we act fast. We send an immediate spoliation letter to ensure they don’t “accidentally” delete the footage of the driver texting or falling asleep.

Q: I have a herniated disc from the crash. Is that a “big enough” injury?
A: Yes. A herniated disc often requires spinal injections or surgery and is a life-long condition. We have recovered between $346,000 and $1.2 million for surgical disc injuries.

Q: Will I have to go to court?
A: Most cases settle. But we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. Insurance companies know that Ralph Manginello is a fighter. As client Ernest Cano said, “Mr. Manginello and his firm are first class. Will fight tooth and nail for you.”

Q: How much does it cost to call you?
A: Zero. Consultation is free, and we take all the financial risk. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today.

Powerful Advocacy for Illinois Bend Families

When an 18-wheeler changes your family’s life forever, you need a lawyer who treats you like family. Ralph Manginello and the team at Attorney911 have spent 25 years holding corporate giants accountable. We have the resources to hire the best experts, the knowledge to navigate complex federal laws, and the toughness to stand up to the biggest insurance companies in the country.

You aren’t a file number to us. You are a neighbor in Illinois Bend who has been wronged, and we won’t stop until justice is served.

Free consultation. No fee unless we win. 24/7 availability. One number to remember: 1-888-ATTY-911.

Attorney911. Because trucking companies shouldn’t get away with it. Let’s start your recovery today.

Call 888-ATTY-911 or (888) 288-9911. Your fight starts with one call.

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