Specialized Truck Accident Representation in Como, Texas
One moment, you are driving along the I-30 corridor near Como, or perhaps heading down State Highway 11, and the next, your rearview mirror is filled with 80,000 pounds of steel that cannot stop in time. The impact isn’t just a collision; it is a life-altering event. When an 18-wheeler or a heavy commercial vehicle slams into a passenger car, the laws of physics are never on your side. In Town of Como, we see the results of these devastating wrecks far too often, and we know that for the families involved, the road to recovery feels impossible.
At Attorney911, led by managing partner Ralph Manginello, we don’t just “handle” truck accident cases. We specialize in them. With over 25 years of experience in the courtroom since 1998, Ralph has spent his career standing up to the world’s largest trucking corporations and making them pay for the damage they cause. We bring federal court experience—specifically in the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas—to every case we take on in Town of Como. This is critical because trucking companies operate across state lines and are governed by complex federal laws. You don’t need a general practice lawyer; you need a team that has litigated against Fortune 500 giants like Walmart, Amazon, FedEx, and BP.
If you are hurting right now, we understand the fear and the questions keep you up at night. How will the medical bills get paid? What happens if you can never go back to work? Why is the insurance adjuster already calling you with a lowball offer? We are here to provide the answers and the aggressive representation you deserve. Don’t wait. Every hour that passes is an hour the trucking company uses to hide evidence. Call us right now at 1-888-ATTY-911.
Why Como Families Trust Ralph Manginello and the Attorney911 Team
When you hire a lawyer after a catastrophic truck wreck in Town of Como, you are entrusting them with your family’s future. That is a responsibility we take personally. Our managing partner, Ralph Manginello, has spent more than two decades building a track record of multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. This isn’t just about numbers; it’s about the families we’ve helped find justice after their lives were turned upside down.
One of the unique advantages we offer Town of Como victims is the presence of associate attorney Lupe Peña on our team. Before joining Attorney911, Lupe worked for a national insurance defense firm. He spent years on the other side of the aisle, learning the “playbook” that trucking insurance companies use to minimize, delay, and deny legitimate claims. He knows how they train their adjusters to manipulate victims. He knows the algorithms they use to lowball pain and suffering awards. Now, he uses that insider knowledge to fight for you. He knows where the money is hidden and how to expose their tactics.
Furthermore, we are a bilingual firm. Hablamos Español. Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish and provides direct representation to our Spanish-speaking clients in Town of Como without the need for interpreters. This ensures that every nuance of your story is heard and every detail of your case is handled with precision. As our client Chad Harris once said, “You are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.” We fight for Town of Como families because we live and work in the same Texas soil.
The 48-Hour Evidence Window: Why Speed is Critical in Town of Como
There is a terrifying reality in the trucking industry: the moments after an accident on I-30 or a county road in Town of Como are a race against time. While you are being rushed to a trauma center in Sulphur Springs or Dallas, the trucking company has already activated its rapid-response team. They have investigators and lawyers at the scene before the debris is even cleared. Their job is not to find the truth; it is to protect the company’s bottom line by making evidence “disappear.”
Black box data, formally known as the Engine Control Module (ECM), is the most critical piece of evidence in any 18-wheeler case. It records the truck’s speed, RPMs, and exactly when the driver applied the brakes—or if they applied them at all. In many modern trucks, this data can be overwritten in as little as 30 days of new driving events. If the truck is put back on the road and continues to haul freight through Town of Como, the proof of their negligence is erased forever.
This is why we move with extreme urgency. Within 24 to 48 hours of being retained, we send formal spoliation letters to the trucking company, the driver, and the parent corporation. This legal notice demands the immediate preservation of all electronic data, driver logs, and maintenance records. If they destroy evidence after receiving our letter, we can pursue severe legal sanctions in court. We don’t wait for them to do the right thing; we force them to play by the rules. If you’ve been hit, the clock is already ticking. Call 888-ATTY-911 now so we can lock down the evidence before it’s gone.
Understanding the Federal Regulations (FMCSA) That Protect Town of Como Drivers
Commercial trucking is not like personal driving. Every 18-wheeler, dump truck, and delivery van crossing through Town of Como is subject to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), codified in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). These aren’t just suggestions; they are the LAW. When companies violate these rules to save time or increase profit, they are negligent per se.
49 CFR Part 395: Hours of Service (HOS) and Fatigue
The most common violation we see on the long stretches of I-30 passing Town of Como is driver fatigue. Under Part 395, property-carrying drivers are strictly limited to 11 hours of driving after 10 consecutive hours off duty. They cannot drive beyond the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty. Yet, corporate pressure often forces drivers to “push through.” A fatigued driver has the same reaction time as someone who is legally intoxicated. We subpoena Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data to prove when a driver has been behind the wheel too long, endangering everyone in Town of Como.
49 CFR Part 391: Driver Qualification
Trucking companies have a duty to ensure the people they put behind the wheel are qualified. 49 CFR Part 391 requires motor carriers to maintain a complete Driver Qualification File for every operator. This includes background checks, road tests, and current medical certificates. If a company in Town of Como hires a driver with a history of DUIs, a revoked CDL, or a medical condition that makes them unsafe, that company is liable for “negligent hiring.”
49 CFR Part 396: Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance
An 18-wheeler with failing brakes or worn-out tires is a ticking time bomb. Part 396 requires systematic inspection and maintenance of all vehicles. Drivers must conduct pre-trip inspections and document any defects. If a trucking company defers maintenance to save costs and that failure leads to a wreck in Town of Como, we hold them accountable for their reckless disregard for safety.
Common Types of Truck Accidents in and Around Town of Como
Because Town of Como sits near major Northeast Texas trucking arteries, we see the full spectrum of commercial vehicle crashes. The physics of each wreck tells a story of negligence.
Jackknife Accidents on Wet Highway 11
Northeast Texas weather can change in an instant. When a truck driver travels too fast for the rain-slicked conditions on Highway 11 near Town of Como, sudden braking can cause the trailer to swing out at an angle, sweeping across multiple lanes of traffic like a giant knife. Under 49 CFR § 392.6, drivers must adjust their speed for weather conditions. If they didn’t, they are responsible for the resulting pileup.
Underride Collisions: The Most Lethal Wrecks
One of the most horrifying scenarios for a Como driver is an underride crash. This happens when a car strikes the rear or side of a trailer and slides underneath. Due to the trailer’s height, the passenger compartment of the car is often sheared off. Despite federal requirements for rear impact guards (49 CFR § 393.86), many are poorly maintained or lack the strength to stop a car. We’ve seen cases where these accidents result in decapitation and instant death. These are almost always the result of a trucker making an unsafe turn or stopping without warnings in Town of Como.
Oilfield Truck Rollovers (Frac Sand and Water Haulers)
Northeast Texas is home to significant oil and gas activity, particularly involving the Haynesville Shale. Frac sand haulers and produced water tankers are on Town of Como’s rural roads 24/7. These trucks often have a high center of gravity. If a driver takes a curve too fast on a state highway or a narrow county road, the slosh effect of the liquid cargo can cause a catastrophic rollover. We litigate against major oilfield service companies like Halliburton and SLB, ensuring they are held to the same safety standards as interstate carriers.
Wide Turn “Squeeze Play” in Como
Many commercial drivers fail to account for the “off-tracking” of their trailers during turns. When an 18-wheeler swings wide left to make a right turn at an intersection in Town of Como, it creates a deadly gap. Small vehicles can be crushed between the truck and the curb. This is a failure of driver training and mirror observation, and we have been making companies pay for these “squeeze play” accidents for 25 years.
Holding Corporate Giants Accountable: Walmart, Amazon, and FedEx
When you are hit by a truck in Town of Como, it’s rarely just an “accident” with a small-time operator. Often, the vehicle belongs to a multi-billion dollar corporate fleet.
Walmart operates one of the largest private fleets in the world, with over 12,000 trucks. They frequently travel through Northeast Texas serving their distribution centers. Because Walmart is “self-insured,” they fight harder than any insurance company. They are paying out of their own bank account, and they have internal teams designed to minimize your payout. We have the federal court experience to take on Walmart and ensure you aren’t bullied into a low settlement.
Amazon uses a complex system of “independent contractors” (DSPs) to shield themselves from liability. If an Amazon van hits you in Town of Como, Amazon will tell you it’s not their fault because they didn’t technically employ the driver. We know how to pierce that shield. Amazon controls the routes, the delivery times, and even monitors the drivers through Netradyne AI cameras. If they exercise that much control, they are an employer, and we hold them to it.
FedEx Ground uses a similar contractor model to avoid responsibility. But just like Amazon, the FedEx brand name is on the truck and the public expects FedEx safety. We pursue every layer of insurance available—from the contractor’s policy to FedEx’s multi-million dollar umbrella coverage. If a large corporation’s logo was on the truck that hit you in Town of Como, don’t face them alone. Call (888) 288-9911.
Catastrophic Injuries and the Cost of Living in Northeast Texas
A truck collision in Town of Como often leaves victims with injuries that require a lifetime of care. We understand that the medical bills are only part of the story. The real cost is the loss of your independence and your quality of life.
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): The force of a semi-truck impact can cause the brain to slam against the skull, leading to permanent cognitive deficits. We have recovered settlements in the $1.5M to $9.8M range for TBI victims.
- Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis: Quadriplegia or paraplegia after a truck wreck requires millions in home modifications and 24/7 care. Our firm has seen spinal cord settlements ranging from $4.7M to over $25M.
- Amputations: Crush injuries in 18-wheeler wrecks often result in surgical amputations. The lifetime cost of prosthetics and rehabilitation is staggering, frequently leading to recoveries between $1.9M and $8.6M.
- Wrongful Death: If you lost a parent, child, or spouse in Town of Como, no amount of money replaces them. However, a wrongful death claim provides for the family’s future and holds the negligent company accountable. We have recovered millions for grieving families in these cases.
We work with life care planners and economists who understand the specific medical costs and cost-of-living factors in Town of Como and Hopkins County. We ensure your settlement covers the next 30, 40, or 50 years of your life—not just the next six months.
Who is Really Liable? We Cast a Wide Net for Maximum Recovery
Most lawyers in Town of Como will only look at the truck driver and the trucking company. At Attorney911, we know that to maximize your recovery, we must identify every single party that contributed to the wreck. More defendants mean more insurance policies to access.
- The Driver: For direct negligence like speeding or distraction.
- The Trucking Company: Under respondeat superior and for negligent hiring.
- The Freight Broker: For hiring an unsafe carrier to haul their load.
- The Cargo Loading Company: If an unbalanced load caused a jackknife or rollover.
- The Maintenance Company: If brake failure or a tire blowout was preventable.
- The Manufacturer: If a defective part like a tire or steering system failed.
- The Corporate Parent: Like Amazon or Walmart, for setting unsafe delivery quotas.
- The Oilfield Operator: If the wreck happened on an unmaintained lease road.
In one case, we secured a $3.8 million settlement for a client who suffered complications after a crash. We leave no stone unturned. If you’ve been hurt, you pay us nothing upfront. Zero. We only get paid if we win your case. That is our commitment to the hard-working people of Town of Como.
FAQs for Town of Como Truck Accident Victims
How long do I have to file a claim in Town of Como?
In Texas, the statute of limitations for personal injury and wrongful death is generally two years. However, this is the ABSOLUTE deadline. You should never wait two years. Evidence in 18-wheeler cases can be destroyed within days. The sooner we send a spoliation letter, the stronger your case will be.
What if I was partially at fault for the truck accident?
Town of Como follows the 51% bar rule of modified comparative negligence. This means that as long as you are 50% or less at fault, you can still recover compensation. Your total award will be reduced by your percentage of fault. Even if the trucking company tells you “it was your fault,” don’t believe them. They are trying to save money. Let us conduct an independent investigation.
How is a truck accident case different from a normal car wreck?
It is completely different. The regulations are federal (49 CFR), the insurance policies are much larger ($750K to $5M+), and the defendants are massive corporations with “deep pockets.” Furthermore, the evidence is electronic (ELD, ECM) and requires specialized experts to download and interpret. A “fender bender” lawyer cannot win a complex trucking case.
Will I have to go to court?
Most of our cases settle out of court because trucking companies know that Ralph Manginello is ready to take them to trial. We prepare every case as if it’s going to a jury. This “trial-ready” reputation gives us the leverage to demand maximum settlements. As Donald Wilcox, one of our clients, said, “one company would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello… I got a call to come pick up this handsome check.”
Can I sue the company whose name was on the truck?
Yes. Whether it’s a Walmart, FedEx, or a local oilfield service truck, the company name on the side is often the key to proving “ostensible agency” and corporate liability. We pierce corporate veils to find the true responsible parties.
Take the First Step Toward Justice in Town of Como
If you are reading this from a hospital bed or your home in Town of Como, your life feels like a blur of pain and bills. It doesn’t have to be this way. You don’t have to let a negligent trucking company dictate your family’s future. For over 25 years, Attorney911 has been the firm that insurance companies fear. We have recovered over $50 million for families across Texas, and we are ready to fight for you.
When you call 1-888-ATTY-911, you will speak with a team that treats you like family. As Glenda Walker said, “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved.” We offer 24/7 availability because truck accidents don’t wait for business hours. We advance all costs, and you pay us nothing unless we recover money for you.
Your fight for justice starts with a single call. Whether you were hit by an 18-wheeler on I-30, a delivery van on a residential street, or an oilfield tanker on a rural road, we have the experience, the resources, and the fighter mentality to win. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today. Hablamos Español. Let us hold them accountable.
Summary Checklist for Como Victims:
- Call 911 immediately and get a police report.
- Seek medical attention at the nearest trauma center.
- Take photos of the DOT number and the company name on the truck.
- NEVER give a recorded statement to the insurance adjuster.
- Retain an attorney within 24 hours to send a spoliation letter.
- Hire a firm with 25+ years of federal court and trucking experience.
- Call Attorney911 at 1-888-ATTY-911.
