Houston Rear-End Truck Accident Lawyer
Lakhani & McGrath, PLLC is a Houston law firm representing victims injured in rear-end truck accidents. Attorneys Nadia Lakhani and Stephen McGrath fight to hold negligent truck drivers, trucking companies, and other responsible parties accountable while pursuing maximum compensation for injured clients.
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Lakhani & McGrath, PLLC represents victims of rear-end truck accidents throughout Houston, helping them recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and other losses. Our attorneys understand how insurance companies evaluate commercial truck accident claims and use their knowledge of insurance defense strategies to pursue the strongest possible outcome for every client.
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Understanding Rear-End Truck Accidents
Rear-end truck accidents often result in severe injuries because of the tremendous size and weight of commercial trucks. Whether a commercial truck strikes a smaller vehicle from behind or a passenger vehicle collides with the back of a truck, these crashes can lead to catastrophic consequences. At Lakhani & McGrath, we investigate every aspect of the accident to identify liable parties and pursue the compensation our clients deserve.
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Types of Rear-End Truck Accidents
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Causes of Rear-End Truck Accidents
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Injuries from Rear-End Truck Accidents
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What to Do After a Rear-End Truck Accident in Houston
After a rear-end truck accident in Houston, seek medical attention immediately, report the crash to the police, and preserve evidence to protect your health and legal rights.
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Deadline to File a Rear-End Truck Accident Claim in Houston
Texas generally gives you two years from the accident date to file a claim. Acting quickly helps preserve critical evidence and strengthens your case.
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Fault Scenarios in Rear-End Truck Accidents
Determining liability in a rear-end truck accident depends on the circumstances of the collision. While the rear driver is often presumed to be at fault, commercial truck accidents frequently involve multiple liable parties.
Full Fault
If a truck driver caused the rear-end collision by following too closely, speeding, distracted driving, or failing to brake in time, the driver and potentially the trucking company may be fully responsible for the resulting damages.
Partial Fault
In some cases, more than one party may share responsibility. For example, a passenger vehicle making an unsafe lane change or stopping suddenly may contribute to the accident. Under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §33.001, compensation is reduced according to each party's percentage of fault.
No Fault
Certain insurance benefits, including Personal Injury Protection (PIP), may provide payment for medical expenses regardless of who caused the accident, depending on the available coverage.
Comparative Fault (Texas Law)
Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. If you are 50% or less responsible for the accident, you may still recover compensation, reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 51% or more at fault, you generally cannot recover damages under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §33.001.
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Why Choose Lakhani & McGrath?
Lakhani & McGrath provides experienced representation for victims of rear-end truck accidents, aggressively pursuing compensation from negligent truck drivers, trucking companies, and insurers.
- Experienced Houston Truck Accident Attorneys: Skilled in handling complex rear-end commercial truck accident claims.
- Personalized Legal Representation: Every client receives individualized attention and strategic guidance.
- Maximum Compensation: We pursue damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, future treatment, and property damage.
- No Fees Unless We Win: Our firm works on a contingency fee basis.
- Thorough Investigation: We secure black box data, driver logs, maintenance records, surveillance footage, and expert testimony.
- Knowledge of Federal Trucking Regulations: We identify FMCSA violations that may establish negligence.
- Prepared for Trial: We build every case for litigation while negotiating aggressively for fair settlements.
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The Most Common Questions
What Does a Rear-End Truck Accident Lawyer Do?
A rear-end truck accident lawyer investigates the crash, gathers evidence, reviews trucking records, identifies all liable parties, negotiates with insurance companies, and, when necessary, files a lawsuit to pursue compensation for injuries and financial losses.
When Do You Need a Rear-End Truck Accident Lawyer?
You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible after a rear-end truck accident involving serious injuries, disputed liability, multiple vehicles, or commercial trucking companies. Early legal representation helps preserve evidence and strengthens your claim.
How Much Does a Rear-End Truck Accident Lawyer Cost?
Most rear-end truck accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no upfront attorney fees. Legal fees are only collected if your attorney successfully recovers compensation through a settlement or court award.