Types of Commercial Driver’s Licenses in Texas

If you drive a commercial vehicle in Texas, the type of license you hold determines what you’re legally allowed to operate. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) issues commercial driver’s licenses in line with federal standards set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Each CDL class covers a different category of vehicle,...

Truck Accident Liability: Who Is Responsible When a Truck Causes an Injury

Truck Accident Liability: Who Is Responsible When a Truck Causes an Injury
Truck accidents can cause serious injuries and deaths, and determining who is liable depends on the facts of the accident. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP represents victims of truck accidents and helps them pursue compensation from responsible parties. Why Choose Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP for Truck Accident Cases Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP has...

Catastrophic Underride Truck Crash Injuries in Houston

Catastrophic Underride Truck Crash Injuries in Houston
An underride truck accident occurs when a smaller vehicle slides beneath a commercial truck or trailer, often resulting in severe injuries or death. These collisions happen in Houston and across Texas, and victims may face overwhelming medical bills, lost income, and long-term disabilities. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in an underride truck...

Major Crash on US-290 West: Bricks Spill, Multiple Injured

A serious major crash on US-290 West resulted from a brick spill and left multiple people injured. It created hours of chaos for drivers on one of the city’s busiest highways. Authorities reported that an 18-wheeler carrying a load of bricks struck a barrier, spilling debris across the Northwest Freeway near West Road. The impact...

The Real Dangers of Sleep Apnea in Truck Drivers

Truck drivers are responsible for safely maneuvering up to 80,000 pounds of goods and equipment on the highway. When commercial drivers have health conditions associated with untreated sleep apnea, it can heighten the potential for truck accidents that result in catastrophic injuries and fatalities. This blog post covers the risks of obstructive sleep apnea in...

Texas Truck Accident Statistics

In this blog post, we cover new data on Texas truck accident statistics released by the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) and the latest data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. We'll cover: 2024 Truck Crash Types 2023 Truck Crash Statistics Weather Impact Driver Behavior Fatal Accident Data City-Specific Data As these numbers show,...