Hobbs, NM Truck Accident Attorneys

Collisions involving 18-wheeler trucks and other commercial vehicles often lead to catastrophic injuries or fatalities due to the substantial size and weight.

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Trusted Hobbs Truck Accident Lawyer: Advocating for Your Rights

At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, we have been apart of the Hobbs, New Mexico community for over 30 years, specializing in truck accidents. Consequently, our dedicated attorneys understand the challenges that come with these incidents, and are here to help you navigate them.

With decades of experience, we know New Mexico’s laws and regulations regarding truck accidents and personal injury claims. Therefore, this expertise enables us to build strong cases focused on securing the compensation you deserve.

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Beyond our legal expertise, we genuinely care about our clients. In addition, we offer personalized support to help you and your loved ones cope with the emotional toll of truck accidents. From your first contact, we commit to standing by your side, providing guidance and fighting tirelessly for your rights. Whether we negotiate with insurance companies or represent you in court, we make sure your voice is heard and you receive the justice you deserve. Furthermore, we remain committed to supporting you throughout the entire process.

If an 18-wheeler truck wreck in Hobbs, New Mexico or the Permian Basin has injured you or taken a loved on, our truck accident lawyers are here to help. To get started, schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys at our offices in Hobbs, Odessa, Lubbock, El Paso, Austin, or Albuquerque by contacting us at 575-665-4700.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident regardless of where you live, we will be happy to evaluate your potential case through a free consultation.

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The Expertise and Determination Required for Challenging Truck Accident Cases

Holding truck drivers and trucking companies accountable for their negligence poses significant challenges. Specifically, the complex legal issues unique to truck accidents require attorneys who understand these intricacies and have the experience to build strong cases. When companies and insurers try to evade liability, it’s crucial they realize they are facing lawyers ready to take a case to trial. Moreover, if companies attempt to conceal misconduct through deceptive tactics, we have the expertise to uncover wrongdoing and ensure accountability.

Truck accident lawsuits differ from car accident cases in three key ways:

Federal Truck Regulations: Commercial carriers and drivers must comply with stringent safety regulations set by the FMCSA. Violations of these regulations can serve as strong evidence of negligence in a truck crash injury lawsuit. We are knowledgeable about these regulations and adept at uncovering violations.
Vicarious Liability: Employers can be held responsible for an employee’s negligence while they are performing job duties, even if the driver’s actions caused the accident. Since trucking companies typically carry liability insurance for severe injuries, holding them accountable is essential for securing compensation.
Multiparty Litigation: Truck accident lawsuits often involve multiple defendants, such as drivers, employers, maintenance companies, and manufacturers. These parties may be located in different jurisdictions, requiring extensive legal efforts.

Regardless of the location or parties involved, Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers have the skills and determination to pursue the compensation our clients deserve.

Act Quickly

Due to the complexity of truck wreck cases, gathering as much evidence as possible as early as possible quickly is essential. If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck wreck, promptly contacting a personal injury attorney with experience in such cases is crucial. Indeed, time is critical, as important evidence can disappear or become unavailable within days of the crash. This evidence may include tire skid marks, the truck driver’s cell phone data, vehicle inspections, and more. Therefore, by hiring an attorney quickly, you allow them to preserve evidence effectively, maximizing your case’s value and the chances of a positive outcome.

"Glasheen Valles and Inderman was the best choice by far." - Eleana Flores

Exceptional Experience

The semi-truck injury attorneys at Glasheen, Valles & Inderman have experts who inspect trucks involved in accidents. In fact, we often find that these trucks have service violations, such as improperly adjusted brakes. Moreover, with the prevalence of GPS devices in many trucks, we can track their movements and compare them to the logbooks for further analysis. Additionally, we can determine the truck’s speed using GPS information or by accessing the truck’s airbag control module (ACM).

The ACM holds valuable information, including whether cruise control was engaged, if the driver turned the steering wheel before the crash, and whether the brakes were applied. Furthermore, our firm employs cell phone experts to retrieve the truck driver’s usage history, including calls, texts, and internet activity. Ultimately, this data can crucially establish whether the truck driver was distracted at the time of the crash.

Reasons and Varieties of Truck Accidents

18-wheeler accidents arise from various causes, similar to car accidents. Many truck accidents involve violations of federal safety laws and regulations.

Common instances of truck driver negligence leading to semi-truck accidents include:

Overloaded trucks
Tailgating
Violations of hours of service regulations and resulting fatigue
Driver distraction
Speeding
Substance abuse
Falsification of log records
Unlicensed or poorly trained drivers
Road rage

However, truck accidents aren’t solely caused by negligence or reckless driving. A study by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) found that about 10 percent of large truck crashes result from issues with the trucks or trailers themselves. Tragically, many of these problems could have been prevented if trucking companies followed proper inspection, maintenance, and repair protocols as required by law.

The FMCSA study also highlighted common vehicle and mechanical problems in semi-truck crashes, including:

Tire/wheel failure
Steering failure
Brake failure
Transmission or engine failure
Suspension failure
Cargo shift
Trailer attachment failure
Body, door, or hood failure
Degraded braking capability

Any of these issues can lead to devastating crashes, such as rollovers, jackknifed trucks, rear-end collisions, and underride accidents.

Federal Regulations

In addition to common law negligence, federal regulations from the Department of Transportation and other agencies govern commercial truck operations. Specifically, DOT regulations mandate rigorous pre-employment screening, drug testing, and comprehensive vehicle inspections before and after shifts.

Furthermore, these regulations also set maximum hours of service to reduce driver fatigue and include placarding and record-keeping requirement. Additionally, federal laws prohibit commercial drivers from texting while driving, defined as “manually entering alphanumeric text into, or reading text from, an electronic device.” However, some companies may overlook these regulations, leading to potentially disastrous consequences.

Logbook Falsification

In many truck accident cases, we uncover instances of drivers falsifying logbooks to exceed DOT’s maximum hours of service regulations. In fact, trucking companies may incentivize drivers to break the law by rewarding faster driving or longer hours, regardless of legal limits.

When truck wrecks result from negligence, victims have legal options to seek fair compensation for their losses. Indeed, these losses can encompass medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, future earnings potential damages, and other forms of compensation.

Types of Truck Accident Injuries

Due to their size and speed, collisions between 18-wheelers and passenger vehicles often result in severe injuries or catastrophic outcomes. For example, common truck accident injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, head and neck trauma, burns and disfigurement, broken bones, lost limbs, organ damage, and tragically, death.

Moreover, recovering from severe truck accident injuries can be a lifelong journey, often requiring surgeries, extended hospital stays, and years of rehabilitation. As a result, the financial burden, combined with lost income, can overwhelm even the most resilient families.

Advocating for You Every Step of the Way

At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, we offer unwavering support to families, guiding them through challenges inside and outside the courtroom. Our top priority is client well-being, and we strive to secure maximum compensation to aid in their recovery.

Why Choose Glasheen, Valles and Inderman Injury Lawyers?

Extensive Experience

Our team has decades of experience handling truck accident cases.

Client-Centered Approach

We prioritize your needs and keep you informed every step of the way.

Proven Track Record

We have a history of successful settlements and verdicts for our clients.

Free Consultation

We provide a free consultation to discuss your case and answer any questions you may have, ensuring you receive the support you need during this challenging time.

If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, our dedicated advocates are ready to fight for your rights. Contact us today for a free consultation at 806-741-0284.

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Below is a list of frequently asked questions by our clients and prospective clients. If you still have any questions, feel free to contact us.

I’ve been injured in a truck wreck, what should I know?
Truck wreck crashes can cause substantial injuries or death. It is critically important to contact an attorney immediately after a crash because of the nature of the evidence in these types of crashes. Our top priorities when investigating a new truck crash are to photograph the scene—including aerial drone photos of the scene—gather physical evidence, hire an expert engineer to download the engine control module data (like a black box), and talk to any witnesses. All of these things must be done in the hours or days after the crash.

Truck drivers are required to have a minimum of $750,000 of insurance if they drive intrastate and $1,000,000 if they drive interstate. Many trucking companies have more insurance than the required minimum. Our experience in truck driving cases helps us identify important evidence. We have found truck drivers falsifying their log books and driving in excess of the maximum amount of work hours allowed by DOT regulation.

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How and when do I pay for a personal injury attorney?
Most personal injury attorneys work on what is called a contingency fee basis, which means that you pay the attorney only if and when the attorney has successfully made a recovery in your case, either by settlement or by winning a jury trial. Our philosophy is that clients have enough to worry about, so clients at Glasheen, Valles & Inderman never pay us a dime out of their pockets directly; when you’re case is finished, the insurance company sends a check to our law firm, we take our percentage fee from that check, and send the remainder to the client.

In the rare event we are unable to make a recovery on your case, you still don’t pay us a dime, and that even includes case costs, court costs, expert fees, and any advances. There is truly zero risk in hiring a personal injury law firm like Glasheen, Valles & Inderman.
Why should I hire an attorney?
Potential defendants are usually covered by insurance. The insurance companies are notified immediately when an accident occurs, and they usually hire attorneys and expert witnesses to investigate the claim. It is important that witnesses be interviewed as soon as possible and evidence be preserved. Witnesses will often be more difficult to locate or will have a poor memory if they are interviewed much later after the accident has occurred. Evidence such as machinery parts or skid marks on the highway will disappear unless preserved quickly. Insurance companies have insurance adjusters who will contact you and try to be friendly. You should not trust the statements that insurance adjusters make to you. They are not working for you and will sometimes make misleading statements in an effort to trick you into resolving your case. Insurance adjusters also might record your conversations with them and use your statements against you in order to try to save money for the insurance companies.

The main thing we try to impress upon people is that it’s never too early to talk to an attorney, and it’s always too late. By that we mean that speaking with an attorney very soon after a crash or other accident in no way will harm you. Along the same lines, the longer you try to handle a claim on your own or delay hiring competent counsel, irreparable damage can be done in the form of recorded statements given to the insurance companies and evidence not being preserved. There is no risk or fee for speaking with an attorney and arranging an initial consultation.
What about truck wrecks?
Truck wreck cases can cause substantial injury. Truck drivers are required to have $750,000 of insurance if they drive intrastate and $1,000,000 if they drive interstate. Many trucking companies have more insurance than the required minimum. Our experience in truck driving cases helps us identify important evidence. We have found truck drivers falsifying their log books and driving in excess of the maximum amount of work hours allowed by DOT regulation.