I was in a Texas 18-wheeler accident - who can be held liable?
Texas 18-wheeler accidents make for complicated cases. In the typical car accident case, the only defendant is the driver of the car that caused the accident. In 18-wheeler accidents, however, there is a long list of people and entities that may be held liable.
Potential defendants in a Texas 18-wheeler accident lawsuit might include:
1. The driver of the truck
2. The owner of the truck: The owner of the 18-wheeler is not always the same as the driver. In fact, the owner of the cab may be different from the owner of the trailer.
3. The owner of the cargo being carried
4. The driver’s employer and/or the parent company: Employers can be held vicariously liable for the actions of their employees under the doctrine of respondeat superior.
5. The manufacturers of the truck or any part of the truck: Manufacturers can be held liable if a defect in the truck contributed to the accident.
6. The maintenance company: The party responsible for maintaining and/or repairing the truck can be held liable if inadequate maintenance contributed to the accident.
If you have been involved in a Texas 18-wheeler accident, contact Fears | Nachawati today for free legal assistance. Email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for your free consultation.
