Personal Injury Attorney
San Antonio Truck Accident Lawyer
Hit by an 18 wheeler? The trucking company’s team is already working on their side of the story. You deserve someone working on yours.
Talk directly to Patrick Toscano — not a call center. Free consultation. No win, no fee.
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- ✓ Million Dollar Advocates Forum member
- ✓ 25+ years fighting Texas insurance companies
- ✓ No win, no fee — you pay nothing upfront
- ✓ Patrick gives clients his personal cell number
Why Truck Accident Cases Are Different
A loaded semi-truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds — about 20 times more than the average car. When one hits a passenger vehicle, the injuries are rarely minor. Broken bones, back and neck injuries, brain injuries, and worse are common outcomes on highways like I-35, I-10, and Loop 410.
Truck accident claims are also legally different from car accident claims. Trucking companies carry large commercial insurance policies, and federal trucking regulations control everything from how long a driver can be on the road to how cargo must be loaded. That means more potential compensation — and a lot more resistance.
Most trucking companies have rapid-response teams that start building their defense within hours of a crash. Driver logs, dashcam footage, and maintenance records can disappear quickly. The sooner we get involved, the sooner we can send preservation letters and lock down the evidence that proves what really happened.
Who Can Be Held Responsible After a Truck Accident?
One reason these cases get complicated: there is often more than one responsible party. Depending on the facts, your claim may involve:
- The truck driver — fatigue, distraction, speeding, or driving under the influence
- The trucking company — pushing illegal schedules, skipping maintenance, or hiring unqualified drivers
- The cargo loader — improperly loaded or unsecured freight that shifts and causes a wreck
- The truck or parts manufacturer — brake failures, tire blowouts, and other defects
- Maintenance contractors — repairs that were skipped or done wrong
We investigate every angle. Identifying every liable party is often the difference between a quick lowball settlement and the compensation your case is actually worth. Texas law also requires trucking companies to carry substantial insurance — we explain how that works in our guide to Texas trucking company insurance requirements.
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Truck Accident?
Every case is different, but injured Texans can generally pursue:
| Type of Compensation | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| Medical expenses | ER care, surgery, rehab, and future treatment |
| Lost wages | Missed paychecks and reduced ability to earn going forward |
| Pain and suffering | Physical pain and the toll on your daily life |
| Property damage | Your vehicle and anything else destroyed in the crash |
| Punitive damages | Available in cases of gross negligence, like drunk or fatigued driving |
Serious truck crashes tend to result in larger settlements than typical car accidents because the injuries are more severe and the insurance policies are bigger. If you want a realistic sense of case value, see our breakdown of the average settlement for a semi-truck accident in Texas.
One thing to know: the insurance company may call you within days with an offer. It is usually far less than your case is worth — and once you accept, you cannot go back for more. Talk to a truck accident attorney before you sign anything.
What Should I Do After an 18 Wheeler Accident?
If you are able, these steps protect both your health and your claim:
- Get medical care first. Some serious injuries take days to show symptoms.
- Report the crash and get a copy of the police report.
- Photograph everything — vehicles, the road, your injuries, the truck’s company markings.
- Do not give a recorded statement to the trucking company’s insurer.
- Call a truck accident lawyer before evidence disappears.
In Texas, you generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit — but the evidence that wins these cases can vanish within weeks. Sooner is always better.
Why Injured Texans Choose Toscano Law Firm
We are not a billboard firm that hands your case to an assistant. When you hire us, you work with us — Patrick gives every client his personal cell phone number.
One of our clients, Edward, was rear-ended and injured his neck and lower back. Patrick connected him with specialists to find the right treatment, sued the trucking company as the medical bills piled up, and stayed relentless with every adjuster and defense attorney until the case resolved with a settlement Edward called “great.”
That is how we handle every truck accident case:
- Real results — millions recovered for injured Texans, including an $8.25 million wrongful death settlement
- Real access — you talk to your lawyer, not a case manager
- Real risk-free — under our no win, no fee promise, you pay nothing unless we win
Read more from our clients on our testimonials page.
Truck Accident FAQs
How much does a truck accident lawyer cost?
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency — you pay no fees unless we recover money for you. The consultation is free, and you will get straight answers about whether you have a case and what it may be worth.
How long do I have to file a truck accident claim in Texas?
Generally two years from the date of the accident. But waiting makes cases harder to win: driver logs get overwritten, witnesses move, and trucking companies are only required to keep certain records for limited periods. The best time to talk to a lawyer is now.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
You can still recover compensation in Texas as long as you were not more than 50% responsible — your settlement is simply reduced by your share of fault. Trucking insurers often exaggerate your share to pay less. Do not accept their version of events without talking to a lawyer.
Should I take the insurance company’s first offer?
Almost never. First offers usually arrive before the full extent of your injuries is known and rarely account for future treatment or lost earning ability. Once you sign a release, the case is closed for good. Let us review the offer first — for free.
Injured in a Truck Accident? Get Clear Answers Today.
The trucking company has a legal team. You should too. If you or a loved one was hurt in an 18 wheeler accident in San Antonio or anywhere across South Texas, call Toscano Law Firm today for a free consultation. We will explain what your case may be worth and what comes next — and you pay nothing unless we win.
