Any accident involving a truck is almost certain to cause serious injuries, which is why these vehicles and all of their components need to be well cared for. When neglect causes events like tire blowouts and those events lead directly to a crash, someone needs to be held accountable. A Corpus Christi, Texas truck accident lawyer can help accident victims determine the liable parties and sue them for damages.
What Are the Common Causes of Tire Blowouts?
There are so many things that can cause tire blowouts, which is why determining the cause of the one that led to your accident is going to be key to your case. Some common culprits include:
- Potholes and other road damage
- Overinflated or underinflated tires
- Overloaded trucks and cargo
- Defective tires
- Mismatched tires
With all of these potential causes, you end up with quite a few potentially liable parties.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Tire Blowouts?
So who should be held liable in your case? Our lawyers can do some investigating and figure that out. You could end up suing:
- A driver who did not inspect their vehicle or take safety precautions when a blowout occurred
- A trucking company that does not take proper care of their vehicles
- A cargo loader who overloaded or improperly distributed weight in a trailer
- Inspectors who missed or ignored tire issues
- The manufacturer of a defective tire
- A government entity that neglected road maintenance
Sometimes more than one of these parties is liable for a truck accident and the resulting injuries. That’s why it’s important to have an experienced lawyer on your side, one who will make sure that you don’t miss out on any potential sources of compensation.
When Should I Sue for Damages?
You should sue for damages if you are left with any serious injuries that are going to require a significant amount of treatment and upend parts of your life. If you cannot work and you have a long, painful road to recovery, someone should be held accountable for that. A fair compensation offer should help address things like:
- Past and future medical costs
- Lost wages
- Loss of enjoyment
- Pain from disability or disfigurement
- Mental health issues stemming from the crash
- Lost earning potential
- Any other pain and suffering relating to the accident
How Long Do I Have to Take Legal Action?
Texas gives accident victims two years to sue for damages after they get injured. If you sue after this statute of limitations expires, it’s not going to matter how compelling or well-argued your case is. It’s likely to get thrown out. So act quickly and talk to a lawyer as soon as possible.
Contact Our Law Firm
If you want to learn more about how our seasoned personal injury attorneys can help you, contact Sahadi Legal Group. We can schedule a free consultation for you and tell you more about the potential value of your case.
