Oakwell Farms Truck Accident Lawyer
Holding truck drivers and truck companies liable for the injuries and deaths they cause
Tractor-trailers, semis, rigs, box trucks, and delivery trucks regularly drive in or near Oakwell Farms. The drivers use I-410, State Loop (SL) 368, Oakwell Farms Parkway, Ira Lee Road, and many other roads on their way throughout the San Antonio region. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we have decades of experience holding truck drivers and shipping companies accountable for the accidents they cause. We demand compensation for all your personal injuries and the death of a loved one. Our record of truck accident verdicts and settlements includes:
- $8 million. An 18-wheeler caused the death of a loved one.
- $6 million. A truck accident caused our client’s severe injuries.
- $3.1 million. A truck accident caused our client to need neck and back surgery.
We’re ready to fight for the compensation you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of truck accidents do you handle?
- What causes truck crashes in Oakwell Farms?
- What types of personal injuries do you handle?
- What should I do after a truck accident occurs in Oakwell Farms?
- Who is responsible for my truck accident?
- How much is my truck accident case worth?
- How much time do I have to file my truck accident claim?
- Why do clients select Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney
- Do you have an Oakwell Farms truck accident lawyer near me?
What types of truck accidents do you handle?
Our Oakwell Farms truck accident lawyer handles all types of truck accidents. Most truck accidents cause serious injuries or deaths. Many truck accident cases involve multiple defendants. We have decades of experience and working relationships with truck safety professionals to help you obtain all the compensation you deserve. Our representation includes:
- Jackknife accidents. These tractor-trailer accidents happen (often due to skidding or speeding) when a tractor and a trailer fail to work together, causing the tractor and trailer to fold in on each other like the blades of a knife.
- Rollover accidents. The center of gravity, the cargo, and the truck’s large dimensions make a truck vulnerable to rollover accidents.
- Wide turn accidents. The length and width of trucks often mean that trucks need to use other lanes of travel to complete their turns.
- Head-on accidents. There’s nothing more frightening than a truck coming right at you. Most head-on crashes happen because a driver is distracted, drunk, or confused.
- Blind spot accidents. Most trucks don’t have rear or side windows, making it difficult for drivers to see around their trucks when they change lanes, turn, merge, or pass. Truck drivers and companies have a duty to ensure the drivers can handle their blind spots safely.
- Rear-end accidents. We hold truck drivers accountable when they fail to stop in time to avoid hitting the rear of your vehicle.
- Broadside/T-bone accidents. These scary accidents happen when one vehicle strikes the side of another vehicle.
- Underride accidents. Federal rules require rear impact guards on most trailers and semitrailers.
- Backing-out accidents. Trucks often need to back out into traffic after making a delivery or acquiring cargo. Drivers should use spotters and the latest technology to back out safely.
- All other types of truck accidents.
What causes truck crashes in Oakwell Farms?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) states that 6,050 trucks and buses were involved in deadly accidents in 2022. Our truck accident lawyer holds drivers and trucking companies liable when accidents happen for any reason. Common causes of truck accidents include:
- Driver fatigue. The FMCSA regulates the need for truck drivers to get sufficient sleep and rest. The regulations include requiring that drivers keep electronic driving logs (ELDs) that record the time a truck is in operation.
- Moving cargo and truck overloads. Truck drivers can lose control of their trucks if the cargo moves while the truck is moving. Cargo that spills from trucks due to improper or excessive loading can create a nightmare situation for everyone near the spill.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Truck drivers should never drink and drive or use drugs that can affect their driving.
- Driver distraction. Our Oakwell Farms truck accident lawyer holds drivers accountable when they fail to focus completely on their driving. Drivers who need to text, use a cellphone, eat, or drink should find a place to stop, instead of driving distracted.
- Improper training. We hold trucking companies accountable if their failure to vet or educate their drivers causes an accident in the San Antonio region.
- Defective truck parts. We file product liability claims when defective brakes, tires, hydraulic systems, and other truck parts cause a truck accident.
- Faulty inspections and repairs. Truck drivers and companies should inspect their trucks before each trip and inspect the parts of the truck on a regular basis.
Faulty road design and maintenance are other common causes of truck accidents.
What types of personal injuries do you handle?
Our Oakwell Farms truck accident attorney handles all types of catastrophic, serious, and chronic injuries, including:
- Head trauma, including concussions and traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord damage, including paralysis
- Loss of limb/traumatic amputation
- Severe burns
- Fractures/broken bones
- Broken ribs and other crush injuries
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Tissue and nerve damage
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of vision or hearing
- Neck pain, shoulder pain, and back pain
- Emotional anguish
- Death
What should I do after a truck accident occurs in Oakwell Farms?
Your first priority is your health. The police should arrange for emergency medical transport if you cannot go to the Northeast Baptist Hospital or the nearest ER on your own. Early medical review can help your recovery and also help your legal case because insurance companies will often claim that you weren’t hurt if you fail to get immediate care.
Along with tending to your health, you or another driver should call the police, usually by dialing 911. The police can clear traffic, arrange to move any unmovable cars, and arrange for your medical care. They’ll obtain everyone’s relevant information. They can also conduct an investigation (sometimes with the help of state or federal assistance).
You should inform your own insurance company about the accident. If possible, you or someone with you should take pictures of your injuries.
Truck accident victims in Oakwell Farms should also contact our lawyer. We can explain what immediate steps you need to take, review what happened, and discuss your medical care. We’re here to file a claim with the insurance companies for the truck driver and other responsible parties and formally investigate your claim. Our truck accident lawyer works to show how the accident happened, who is responsible, and how much your case is worth. When the time is ready, we can work to settle your claim. If there’s no fair settlement offer, we’re prepared to argue your case in court before a jury.
Who is responsible for my truck accident?
Our Oakwell Farms personal injury and wrongful death lawyer files claims against everyone liable for your truck accidents, including:
- Truck drivers.
- Truck fleet companies and other truck owners.
- The truck driver’s employer.
- The companies involved in the shipping, loading, and unloading of the truck.
- Manufacturers of defective truck parts.
- Sellers of alcohol to obviously intoxicated persons when that intoxication causes damages.
- Responsible state, county, and local governmental agencies and entities.
How much is my truck accident case worth?
We work with your doctors to understand the full scope and severity of your injuries. We also work with your employers and other professionals to determine your financial damages. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we seek compensation for all your damages so far and all your likely future damages, including:
- All your medical expenses. These costs include ER transport and care, surgeries, hospitalizations, physical therapy, and other types of rehabilitative therapy, assistive technology, and medications.
- Your lost income. Your lost income includes your wages, benefits, business income, and permanent disability pay.
- Your pain and suffering. We demand compensation for every moment you hurt, cry, itch, worry, stress, have depression, or have any other physical or emotional trauma.
- Property damage. We demand payment for the cost to repair or replace your vehicle, depending on the amount of damage.
- Scarring and disfigurement.
- The loss of bodily function
- The inability to enjoy life’s pleasures.
- Loss of consortium (your spouse’s inability to enjoy your comfort and intimacy).
Our Oakwell Farms truck accident lawyer files wrongful death actions for families when a truck accident is deadly. Wrongful death damages include:
- The burial and funeral costs.
- Any medical bills due to the accident.
- The loss of income, benefits, and other financial support.
- The loss of comfort, guidance, companionship, love, and other personal support.
- The mental anguish of the statutory beneficiaries (certain close family members).
- The value of the household services that your family member would have provided.
We may also seek punitive damages if a defendant’s conduct is egregious enough to meet the statutory requirements.
How much time do I have to file my truck accident claim?
Generally, you must file your truck accident claim within two years of the date of the truck accident. Shorter time limits may apply, such as when you file a claim against the Texas Department of Transportation. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can investigate your case while everyone’s memories are fresh and review the medical care you are receiving.
Why do clients select Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney
Clients trust us. Insurance companies and the legal community respect us. Pat Maloney, Jr., is a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer and has been rated a Super Lawyer from 2003 to 2025. He’s a member of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys and the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America.
We work with investigators, traffic reconstruction experts, truck safety experts, and truck product experts to help show why truck drivers and others are responsible. Our team understands the many different Texas and federal truck accident laws, such as laws on weight limits and the proper loading of cargo, that govern truck driving in Texas.
Do you have an Oakwell Farms truck accident lawyer near me?
Yes. We have an office at 239 E Commerce St in San Antonio, Texas. We also speak with clients by phone and online video (such as FaceTime and Zoom). If you cannot physically come to our office, we can make arrangements to see you at your home or another location.
We understand how upset and scared you are. We’re here to prepare you for each step of the claims process.
Get help from our Oakwell Farms truck accident attorney today
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we anticipate the arguments insurance companies and defense lawyers use to try to deny or reduce your claim. It’s our preparation and anticipation that are the keys to presenting the strongest case possible. Call us or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free consultation. We handle truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis.