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A: A tire blowout is a type of tire damage that usually happens during driving. The sudden and rapid loss of air pressure causes it.
A: Yes, you can feel a tire blowout as it occurs by: A disruption in the car’s normal movements A whooshing sound of the air escaping from the tire A loss of vehicle control and stability A vibration in the steering wheel or the vehicle A thumping or flapping sensation from the blown-out tire hitting […]
In Texas, intrastate trucking has specific requirements that must be met to ensure compliance with state regulations. Some of the key requirements include: The truck driver must have a current, valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) specific to the class of commercial vehicle being operated. Securing specialized endorsements for certain cargo types, such as hazardous materials […]
Yes, Texas requires trucking companies who operate intrastate – within Texas state borders – to obtain intrastate authority if they wish to operate within the state’s borders. Intrastate authority is the legal permission the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDOT) grants carriers to operate solely within Texas. What Are The Hours of Service Regulations For […]
For intrastate trucking in Texas, drivers must adhere to the “Hours of Service” (HOS) regulations, which limit the number of hours they can drive before taking a mandatory rest break. As of the last update in September 2021, intrastate HOS regulations in Texas were aligned with the federal HOS rules. Under these rules, commercial drivers […]
No, an MC (Motor Carrier) number is not required for intrastate operations in Texas. MC numbers are assigned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and are primarily for interstate carriers engaged in transportation across state lines.
To prove fault, evidence such as accident reports, witness statements, crash site inspection, tractor truck and trailer inspection, driver logs, data from the truck’s electronic logging device (ELD – “black box”), and more are crucial. An experienced attorney can also employ accident reconstruction experts to determine how the crash happened and the reasons why.
Suppose the semi-truck company refuses to accept responsibility and pay for damages. In that case, your lawyer will file a lawsuit and begin the process of discovery in the case – requiring the trucking company to answer questions and produce documents, subpoena critical evidence, take depositions to obtain testimony under oath of essential witnesses – […]
Texas law applies to cases throughout the state of Texas, including Houston. If the trucking company is involved in intrastate commerce, meaning its vehicles travel only within the state of Texas, we look to Texas law which has adopted many of the federal trucking regulations, as well as industry standards, training material and more. If […]
Proving fault typically involves gathering evidence such as accident reports, witness statements, surveillance footage, and expert testimony to demonstrate the driver’s negligence or recklessness. The best way to do this is to work with a lawyer.