Truck Accidents in Van Alstyne

Every day, large commercial trucks travel through Van Alstyne on U.S. Highway 75, FM 121, and surrounding rural roads. While these vehicles are crucial to our economy, they also pose significant risks to other drivers. When a semi-truck or 18-wheeler is involved in a collision, the results are often devastating. Due to their sheer size and weight, truck accidents frequently result in severe injuries, long-term disabilities, and even loss of life. 



At David K. Wilson & Associates, we have witnessed firsthand the devastating impact that truck crashes have on individuals and families in Van Alstyne and throughout Grayson County. With over 40 years of experience, David K. Wilson provides the skilled legal representation injury victims need after a serious accident. If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident, we are here to help you understand your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve. 

What Makes Truck Accidents So Dangerous? 

1. Size and Weight Disparity 

A fully loaded tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, which is approximately 20 times the weight of the average passenger vehicle. In a collision, this massive weight difference typically results in catastrophic damage to the smaller vehicle. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), over 66% of those killed in truck crashes are occupants of passenger vehicles. 

2. Longer Stopping Distances 

Large trucks require significantly more time and distance to come to a complete stop, especially when traveling at highway speeds. On Van Alstyne’s busy corridors and rural roads, this often contributes to rear-end collisions, one of the most common and dangerous types of crashes involving 18-wheelers. 

3. Limited Visibility and Blind Spots 

Truck drivers face substantial blind spots, also known as "no-zones," around all four sides of the vehicle. When drivers fail to check these areas carefully before changing lanes or turning, smaller vehicles can be sideswiped or forced off the road, leading to serious accidents. 

4. Driver Fatigue and Error 

Federal regulations limit the number of hours a truck driver can operate without rest, but violations still occur. Fatigue remains a leading factor in serious truck accidents. Additionally, truck drivers are vulnerable to distractions, poor training, and pressure from employers to meet tight delivery deadlines. 

5. Complex Crashes with Severe Consequences 

Truck accidents often involve multiple vehicles and complicated liability. Injuries are typically more severe than in other types of collisions, including: 

• Traumatic brain injuries 
• Spinal cord injuries 
• Internal organ damage 
• Broken bones and amputations 
• Fatalities 

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported 5,788 fatalities in large truck crashes in 2021, with the majority of those deaths involving occupants of other vehicles. 

How David K. Wilson & Associates Can Help 

Navigating a truck accident claim is far more complex than a standard car accident case. Trucking companies and their insurers act quickly to protect themselves, often sending their investigators to the crash site within hours. You need a legal team that knows how to level the playing field. 

We Take Immediate Action: We act quickly to preserve evidence, request driver logs, obtain black box data, and review maintenance records and federal compliance documentation. 

We Understand Federal and State Trucking Laws: Truck accident litigation involves both Texas state law and federal regulations issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). We have the experience to identify violations and hold all responsible parties accountable, whether it’s the driver, the trucking company, the manufacturer, or a third-party maintenance provider.

We Fight for Full Compensation: Our goal is to secure the maximum recovery possible. We pursue compensation for: 

• Emergency and ongoing medical treatment 
• Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity 
• Pain and suffering 
• Property damage 
• Wrongful death (when applicable) 

We work on a Contingency Basis: You don’t pay us unless we recover money on your behalf. That means you can focus on healing while we focus on holding the responsible parties accountable. 

Schedule Your Free Consultation Today 

If you or someone you love has been injured in a truck accident in Van Alstyne or anywhere in Grayson County, don’t face the legal system alone. At David K. Wilson & Associates, we’re committed to helping victims and families rebuild their lives after tragedy.