Texas is the State with the Most Trucking Accidents Annually

According to recent studies, the state of Texas has more accidents involving commercial vehicles than any other state in the United States annually. This has been the case for years, and, unfortunately, little is being done to address these issues. Indeed, there are many reasons why Texas leads the U.S. in this category, including its extensive road network and high freight traffic, but the most prevalent reason for this statistic is poor regulation of the trucking industry and underqualified drivers.

The fact that so many unqualified, dangerous drivers are on the road with us every day is a symptom of poor regulation in the trucking industry. Indeed, it is because of lack of regulation like this that trucking accidents are a daily occurrence in Texas.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in an accident with a commercial vehicle, truck, or 18-wheeler, call the law firm of Abraham and Watkins today. It is imperative that you find a law firm to manage your claim as soon as possible following an injury or death of a family member. Further, it is important to find a skilled law firm with experience handling these cases to ensure that the responsible parties are held fully accountable.

The law firm of Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Agosto, Aziz & Stogner is the oldest personal injury firm in Texas, and our attorneys are standing by to assist with your claim. Call us today at 713-222-7211 or 1-800-870-9584 for your free consultation.