Tire blowouts are a common way for trucks to lose control and get into crashes. If you were hurt in a collision with a truck, you are probably wondering who is to blame. A San Angelo, Texas truck accident lawyer can help you figure out who’s liable, and then we can help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
What Are the Common Causes of Tire Blowouts?
There are a few common causes of tire blowouts. Unfortunately, sometimes it can be difficult to figure out who is to blame for the conditions that caused a blowout. Your lawyer can investigate and help you determine if the problem was:
- Underinflated or overinflated tires
- Potholes or other road damage
- A defective tire
- A mismatched tire
- An overloaded truck
In some cases, there could even be multiple parties who look liable for the crash that caused you or your loved one’s injuries.
Who Can Be Held Liable if Tire Blowouts Cause a Crash?
Drivers are often sued after a truck crash, which makes sense. One could certainly be liable if there’s a tire blowout and they hit someone else. Maybe they didn’t properly inflate their tires. Perhaps they were skipping rest breaks and they were too tired to react and avoid a crash after a blowout. Our lawyers will help you get to the bottom of what happened.
We don’t jump to conclusions though. This is because tire blowouts can also be blamed on other parties aside from the driver of the vehicle. In many cases, there is more than one person to blame for a tragic crash. We could end up suing:
- The manufacturer or distributor of a defective tire
- A trucking company that did not inspect its vehicles
- A cargo loader who improperly loaded cargo
- Inspectors who did not notice or report damaged tires
- A government that did not maintain the road and keep it free of hazards like deep potholes
What Should I Do After a Truck Crash?
After being involved in a crash with a truck, you should take steps to protect yourself and build a case. That can mean:
- Taking photos of the damaged vehicles and crash scene
- Calling police to the scene so that they can make a report
- Exchanging insurance information
- Getting contact info for any witnesses
- Avoiding talking too much or making any statements that could be interpreted as you admitting any kind of fault
- Seeing a doctor as soon as possible
What Kinds of Damages Can I Win?
If you do sue for damages, there are two broad categories of damages that should be a part of your compensation. A fair offer will include:
Economic damages: These make up for the obvious economic losses you experienced. So these damages can help pay for things like medical bills and compensate you for lost wages.
Non-economic damages: These reimburse you for those things that are harder to quantify, like loss of enjoyment or pain and suffering.
Schedule a Case Consultation
If you would like to learn more about what our attorneys can do for you, reach out and schedule a consultation. Your initial case consultation is free, so contact the Mathis Law Firm and learn more about your legal options today.
