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What to Do If You Are in an Accident with a Tow Truck

Tow truck drivers, like all motorists, have a duty to drive safely. They often transport passengers who are having their cars and other vehicles towed, meaning they also have a duty to keep these passengers safe. Depending on the exact location where a tow truck driver operates, he or she may be subject to federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations. Unfortunately, these regulations are not always followed—often with catastrophic results.

If you were injured in a collision with a tow truck, either as the occupant of another vehicle or a passenger in the tow truck, we can help. At Briggle & Polan, PLLC, our Austin tow truck accident attorneys have extensive experience with complex truck accident claims; we understand what it takes to prove liability and we are prepared to aggressively advocate for you and your recovery.

Call us today at (512) 400-3278 or contact us online for a free, no-obligation case evaluation. Se habla español.

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Landmark verdicts and settlements that speak for themselves

$1,800,000 Delivery Truck Accident
Our client was t-boned by a large package delivery truck that was traveling in excess of 70 mph. He sustained a severe neck injury that required spinal surgery. Our firm recovered $1,800,000 on behalf of our client.
$1,530,000 18-Wheeler Crashes Into Multiple Vehicles, Pinning Our Client Against a Guardrail
An 18-wheeler failed to see the traffic piling up in front of him and drove full speed into a line of stopped cars on the highway. Our client was pinned up against the guardrail until the jaws of life could remove her.
$1,500,000 Driver T-Boned by Work Truck in Catastrophic Crash
Our client was driving his work truck when a concrete-supply truck ran a stop sign and crashed into the front of our client’s vehicle, crushing both trucks.
$1,275,000 Hit and Run Truck Accident
Our client was rear-ended by a large package delivery truck on I-35, which fled the scene. *Net to client was $461,708.19.
$925,000 18-Wheeler Driver Lies About Wet Spot on Road to Avoid Responsibility
An 18-wheeler driver maintained that he hit a wet spot on the road, which caused him to sideswipe our client and run her off the road.
$452,202.12 18-Wheeler Runs Stop Light in Front of Teenager, Totaling Both Vehicles
An 18-wheeler ran the red light causing our client, a new teenage driver, to smash into the side of his truck, totaling her vehicle.
$450,000 18-Wheeler Rollover Resolved
Our client was an employee working for a company in Montana when he was injured in a rollover collision with an 18-wheeler. *Net to the client was $214,573.81.
$400,000 Company Truck Wreck
Our client was traveling down a residential street when a company truck backed out of a driveway into the side of her vehicle. *Net to client was $110,000.
$350,000 Company Truck Collision
Our client was struck by a company truck that ran a red light at a busy intersection. *Net to client was $166,651.36.
$295,000 18-Wheeler Accident
Our client was sideswiped by the driver of an 18-wheeler, causing his vehicle to fly off the road and strike a telephone pole. *The net proceeds to the client were $127,018.03.
$295,000 18-Wheeler Accident
Our client was hit by an 18-wheeler when it made an unsafe lane change, suffering a low-back injury. *Attorney fees & expenses were $126,436.47
$225,000 Collision With A Distracted Driver Operating An 18-Wheeler
Our client severely injured her back in the wreck and the driver did not have the required commercial driver's license needed to operate the truck. *Net proceeds to client were $89,737.54.
$175,000 Rear-Ended by Company Truck
Our client suffered severe head and back injuries after being rear-ended by a company truck. *The net proceeds to client were $57,043.98.
$140,000 Student Thrown From Truck In Accident
Our client suffered a skull fracture and broken bones after being ejected from a truck bed. *Net to client was $87,132.61.
$125,000 Fatal 18-Wheeler Accident
Our client was involved in a fatal truck accident when an 18-wheeler rear-ended the truck he was in, causing the vehicle to hit a barrier and another 18-wheeler. *Net to client was $39,873.69.
$125,000 18-Wheeler Caused Crash
Our client was run off the road by an 18 wheeler in South Texas. *Net to client was $25,422.86.
$125,000 18-Wheeler Lawsuit Resolved
Our client was struck by an 18-wheeler while she was hydroplaning, sustaining an open wrist fracture that required surgery. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $68,794.23.
$112,500 Truck Crash Into Building
A company driver lost control of his vehicle and smashed into a convenience store, injuring our client in the process. *Net to client was $30,259.56.
$110,000 Tow Truck Accident Settlement
Our client sustained neck and shoulder injuries after being struck by a tow truck. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $45,516.06.
$102,000 Accident Involving Company Truck
$90,000 Pregnant Woman Run Off Road by 18-Wheeler
Our client was run off the road by an 18-wheeler, which caused her vehicle to roll over four times. *Net to client was $48,377.11.
$80,000 18-Wheeler Cuts Off Client
Our client was injured when he was sideswiped by an 18-wheeler. *Net to client was $33,598.18.
$67,500 Rear-End Collision Involving 18-Wheeler
Our client suffered chest and back injuries that required months of pain management therapy after being rear-ended by an 18-wheeler. *Net to client was $33,660.83.

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While we always strive to avoid the time and expense of trial, it is not always possible to secure a fair settlement that meets all of our clients’ needs. When this is the case, you want to have an attorney who is comfortable in the courtroom. At Briggle & Polan, PLLC, we are true trial lawyers; in fact, many attorneys turn to us with complex litigation because we are known for our ability to aggressively represent our clients in trial. If the liable party is unwilling to negotiate with our attorneys, we are not afraid to pursue justice and the fair recovery you deserve by taking your case to trial.

Injured in a tow truck accident in Austin or the nearby areas? Call us today at (512) 400-3278 for a free and confidential case evaluation about your claim. We are available 24/7!

Recovering Compensation after a Tow Truck Accident

Tow truck accidents can result in bodily injury, death, and property damage, depending on the circumstances involved. Victims of tow truck accidents are typically entitled to recover compensation for their losses when the incident was the result of negligence or wrongful actions. However, determining who is liable for those damages can be complicated.

Tow truck drivers are employed by various private entities. In some cases, these companies may be in contract with a municipal or governmental agency. Even if a tow truck driver acts negligently and this leads to the accident, the company that owns, leases, or contracts the truck may be liable. At Briggle & Polan, PLLC, we often work with accident reconstruction experts and other specialists to determine exactly how the accident occurred and who, therefore, is liable.

When determining who is liable for a tow truck accident, we may look at various factors, including but not limited to:

Was the driver of the tow truck distracted, fatigued, or intoxicated at the time of the accident?
Did a tow truck defect cause the driver to lose control over the vehicle?
Did the tow truck driver properly secure the vehicle that was being carried?
Did the mechanisms meant to hold the vehicle being towed in place fail?
Was there enough time for the tow truck driver to react/prevent the collision?
Did a flaw in the roadway’s design or construction lead to the incident?

We leave no stone unturned in our efforts to secure the full, fair compensation you are owed. If you suffered severe bodily injury or property damage to your vehicle as a result of a tow truck accident, our Austin tow truck accident lawyers can help you work to recover a just settlement for your losses. We also assist family members and loved ones of those wrongfully killed in tow truck collisions. While no amount of compensation can undo the suffering you have been through, a financial recovery can help you navigate unexpected financial burdens and, in rare cases, punish the liable party for negligence.

Are Tow Truck Companies Liable for Damage?

Tow truck companies can be liable for the damages caused by their drivers in a tow truck accident through the legal concept of respondeat superior. This rule describes an employer as liable for the mistakes and wrongdoing of their employees to a reasonable extent. If a tow truck driver causes a crash, then the tow truck company could be liable, especially if the truck driver was using a company vehicle.

Tow truck company liability can increase further if the truck driver:

Had a long history of reckless driving
Received no driving or safety training from the company
Was hired without a background check
Was encouraged to drive recklessly by their employer

Liability might not shift upwards if the tow truck driver who hit you was not an employee but rather an independent contractor. Respondeat superior might not apply when considering independent contractors, which is another reason why so many companies feel incentivized to work with contractors.

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