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August 12, 2025 | Truck Accidents
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) responsible for regulations governing truck drivers and other commercial vehicle operators. These regulations help to protect commercial drivers as well as other motorists on the roads. Should you suffer an injury in a Texas truck accident, be sure to speak with an Austin truck accident lawyer about your case.
When the company in charge of loading cargo into a truck or onto a flatbed fails to follow the rules set forth by the FMCSA, it can lead to a hazardous materials incident, a spilled load, or a load that shifts, ultimately causing the truck to roll over or crash.
Distractions come in all forms, including using a mobile phone while driving, eating, drinking, changing radio stations, and even talking on the radio to dispatch. A truck driver who violates distracted driving laws, leading to an accident, can be held liable for a crash.
One of the most essential regulations from the FMCSA is the Hours of Service (HOS) regulation. These regulations outline the maximum consecutive hours a driver is permitted to operate their truck without taking a break, the minimum inactive period required, and the time at which they are allowed to return to the road.
All too often, we hear of truck accidents that are caused by speeding. Commercial trucks require a considerable distance to stop safely. When they are traveling above the speed limit, it can easily lead to a tragic crash, especially if the driver is operating in inclement weather.
A properly maintained commercial truck can mean the difference between an easy trip and one that ends in tragedy. When a commercial truck fails to undergo proper maintenance (including oil changes, tire rotations, brake checks, and light bulb replacements), it can lead to a serious accident. Adequate maintenance can help identify defective parts that can be replaced before they cause a crash.
Other violations of FMCSA regulations that can lead to Texas truck crashes include the following:
A truck accident attorney in Austin will be able to review your case, determine the cause of the crash, collect evidence, and help you fight for compensation for your losses.
If you believe you have the basis for a lawsuit following a truck accident, you have just two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit under the Texas statute of limitations. If the claim is being filed against a government entity, such as a city or county, you have 90 days to file before the court dismisses it. If the case involves wrongful death, the two-year statute of limitations does not begin until the date of death.
When you suffer an injury in a Texas truck accident or you suffer the loss of a loved one, you deserve to be compensated for damages. Speak with Bonilla Law Firm’s truck accident attorneys in Austin today at (512) 441-1111 about your case.