You’re finally taking that summer road trip. The car is packed, the playlist is going, and you’re cruising down the highway. Then traffic starts to back up. As you inch forward, you see flashing lights and a twisted 18-wheeler blocking a lane. Another truck wreck — another family’s summer turned upside down.
This isn’t a fluke. Summer is one of the most dangerous times of year for truck accidents. The roads are more crowded, the weather is more unpredictable, and the pressure on truck drivers is higher than ever.
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident in Dallas, Fort Worth, Atlanta, or Chicago, you don’t have to face the fallout alone. At 1-800-Truckwreck, we know the trucking industry inside and out, and we’ve built our entire firm around helping people just like you get justice and real compensation.
Several key factors make truck wrecks more likely during the summer months:
Higher Traffic Volume: More families are on the road, and so are more trucks. According to the Federal Highway Administration, traffic volume spikes during the summer travel season, which increases the likelihood of serious accidents involving large commercial vehicles.
Construction Zones: Summer is the peak season for road construction. Narrowed lanes, lane shifts, detours, and sudden stops create a perfect storm for collisions, especially when truck drivers are already tired or overloaded.
Driver Fatigue: With longer days and increased delivery demands, many drivers push the limits. The NHTSA estimates that fatigue plays a role in 13 percent of all large truck crashes. When drivers are pressured to meet unrealistic deadlines, they make mistakes that can cost lives.
Mechanical Failures in Extreme Heat: Hot weather can make already-strained trucks more dangerous. Federal data shows that 29 percent of trucks involved in serious crashes have brake problems, and 6 percent have tire failures — both of which can be worsened by summer heat.
Sudden Weather Hazards: Pop-up thunderstorms and heavy rains are common in summer. Studies show that active precipitation increases the chance of fatal crashes by more than 30 percent. Trucks take longer to stop and are harder to control under those conditions.
Truck wrecks aren’t like regular car crashes. The stakes are higher, the injuries are more severe, and the companies you’re up against are better prepared. That’s why 1-800-Truckwreck has built a firm designed specifically to take on these cases.
Here’s how our team works for you:
Rapid Response Team (RRT): Our Rapid Response Team is on call around the clock to get to the crash site fast. They document the scene, preserve evidence, and start building your case before the trucking company even has time to react.
CRASH Media Division: Our in-house audio, video, and animation specialists reconstruct crashes using drone footage, 911 calls, dashcams, traffic camera footage, and more. This visual evidence can be critical in forcing a fair settlement or winning at trial.
Digging for Dirt Program: We go beyond the basics. Our investigative team looks into safety violations, driver history, maintenance logs, and internal company communications. We find what other firms miss, and we use it to hold the right people accountable.
In-House Medical Team: From the start, we connect your injuries to the crash using professional evaluations and detailed documentation. This medical support strengthens your case and protects your future care.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a summer truck accident, don’t wait. The trucking company’s insurance team is already working to protect their bottom line. You need a legal team that knows how to fight back.
1-800-Truckwreck serves clients across Dallas, Fort Worth, Atlanta, and Chicago. We know how to preserve evidence, prove liability, and push insurance companies into fair settlements — or take them to trial if that’s what it takes.
You shouldn’t have to suffer because someone else cut corners or pushed a tired driver too far. Contact 1-800-Truckwreck today to schedule your free consultation. Our experienced attorneys will explain your options, help you get the care you need, and fight for the full compensation you deserve.
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