There is no such thing as an "ouch" when someone is hit by an 18-wheeler. Colliding with a 400 horsepower, 80,000-pound speeding bullet almost always has serious consequences. Most vehicles do not have the protection needed to withstand an impact with a commercial motor vehicle. 

 

Drivers and passengers in much smaller vehicles often suffer catastrophic injuries or death when hit by a tractor-trailer. Sadly, trucking collisions are often preventable and are often caused by negligent truck drivers or the trucking companies they work for. Many collisions are caused by overworked drivers who take substances to stay awake. Other collisions are the result of distracted driving, such as texting or playing on social media while behind the wheel. Still, some are caused by faulty equipment, loads, or other problems with the semi-truck. 

 

Regardless of the reason, there's not "ouch" when a tractor-trailer collides with your car. If you or a loved one have been injured in a collision with a tractor-trailer, the trial lawyers at Denton Law Firm stand ready to help you protect your rights by pursuing those responsible and holding them accountable.