Steps to Take After a Truck Accident to Protect Your Case~2 min read
After a Texas truck accident, your health and safety come first. Get medical care immediately, have someone help gather evidence if you cannot, and contact an attorney quickly to protect your rights.
Get Medical Help Immediately
If you are hurt, call 911 or have someone do it for you. Emergency responders can treat injuries at the scene and arrange transportation to a hospital if needed. Even if you are unable to move around, receiving prompt care creates important medical records that link your injuries to the accident.
Document the Scene
If you cannot take photos or collect information yourself, ask a trusted person, a passenger, or even a bystander to help. Photographs of the vehicles, road conditions, debris, skid marks, and visible injuries can be valuable later. If no one is available, your attorney can work to gather this evidence as soon as possible.
Gather and Exchange Information When Possible
If you are able, get the truck driver’s name, employer, insurance details, and license plate number. Ask for contact information from witnesses. If you are not in a position to do this due to injury, law enforcement officers will typically record these details in the accident report, which your attorney can obtain.
Avoid Making Statements About Fault
If you speak to anyone at the scene, keep your statements limited to basic facts. Do not admit fault or speculate about what happened. Focus on your health and allow investigators and your legal team to determine liability.
Contact an Attorney Quickly
Truck accidents often involve serious injuries and multiple responsible parties. An attorney can act fast to preserve evidence, gather witnesses, and deal with insurance companies while you focus on recovery. Early legal guidance can help strengthen your case.
Contact Springer & Lyle
If you have been injured in a Texas truck accident, Springer & Lyle is ready to help you protect your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve. Call us today at 940-387-0404 to speak with an experienced attorney about your case.
Springer & Lyle is located at 1807 Westminster, Denton, Texas 76205.
Frank Lyle
Frank Lyle is a veteran personal injury attorney and mediator with decades of experience. He is AV Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has been selected as a Texas Super Lawyer multiple times. A past president of the Denton County Trial Lawyers Association, Mr. Lyle has represented hundreds of individuals in personal injury cases and insurance disputes. He is also the author of numerous legal articles and presentations.
