Can companies be sued for the actions of its contractors? Yes, and no. Generally, companies are not held liable for its contractors’ actions, but there are exceptions. The main reason companies generally aren’t held liable is that Independent contractors control how they do the work, unlike employees. However there are certain circumstances in which a… Read More
Tag: 18-wheeler accident
by Benjamin Treviño | January 7th, 2026 | 18 Wheelers, Blog, Fatal Crash
Texas Wrongful Death Attorney J. Gonzalez
by Benjamin Treviño | August 18th, 2025 | Blog, Legal Representation, Personal Injury
Mission Truck Crash Attorney J. Gonzalez
Delivery truck crashes and personal injury Accidents involving delivery trucks can lead to serious personal injuries due to the size and weight of these vehicles. Common Injuries Victims will often experience a range of injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, internal organ damage, whiplash, and severe burns. Causes of Delivery Truck… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | July 30th, 2025 | 18 Wheelers, Auto Accident, Blog, Legal Representation, Personal Injury
Cameron County 18-wheeler Crashes
Trust the J. Gonzalez Law Firm to be your advocate The personal injury attorneys at the J. Gonzalez Law Firm have represented countless people who have been injured in accidents involving large commercial vehicles. That experience gives us unique expertise in handling the complexities of these types of cases. We know how to navigate state… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | July 3rd, 2025 | Auto Accident, Blog, Fatal Crash, Lawsuit, Personal Injury
Laredo Wrongful Death Attorney J. Gonzalez
Texas Seat Belt Laws Regarding Children As the 4th of July weekend approaches, it’s a good time to familiarize yourself with Texas seat belt laws covering children. Failure to follow the law can lead to serious injury or even death, and it potentially could reduce the amount of compensation received due to comparative negligence. Child… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | November 7th, 2024 | Blog, Fatal Crash, Lawsuit, Muerte Injusta, Recent News
Border Patrol employee killed in Hidalgo County crash
HIDALGO COUNTY – A Border Patrol processing coordinator was killed November 1 after the transport van he was riding in was hit head-on by another vehicle. That’s according to Texas Department of Transportation spokesperson Sgt. Maria Hernandez. Hernandez told the news media that the crash occurred at around 8:46 p.m. on U.S. 281 Military Highway… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | September 27th, 2024 | 18 Wheelers, Auto Accident, Fatal Crash, Motorcyclist Accident, Personal Injury
Week of violent crashes in San Antonio demonstrate dangers of Texas highways
A deadly week for traffic accidents in San Antonio highlights the need for drivers to remain vigilant on Texas streets, roads, and highways. According to San Antonio police, the spate of fatal crashes began at 5:15 a.m. on September 15 when a sedan and an 18-wheeler collided on Loop 410 near Houston Street. Details of… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | July 4th, 2024 | 18 Wheelers, Fatal Crash
Driver of 18-wheeler killed when rig crashes into Mission home
The driver of an 18-wheeler semi-truck that crashed into a home in Mission June 29 died as a result of injuries he sustained in the accident, according to authorities. Police say 51-year-old Anastacio Martinez Jr. died from traumatic injury from the impact of the crash, and possible asphyxiation. Police added that a toxicology test was… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | April 12th, 2024 | 18 Wheelers, Blog
Onion spill leads to Donna traffic delays
A tractor-trailer carrying onions rolled over April 10 on FM 493 and the Expressway 83 underpass in Donna, according to Donna Police Chief Gilbert Guerrero. The chief urged drivers to avoid the area as the rollover was already causing traffic delays and would continue to do so until the wreckage was cleared. No other vehicles… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | January 25th, 2024 | 18 Wheelers
Fatal Starr County crash leads to well water warning
Officials are urging residents in the Starr County town of La Gloria to avoid drinking well water after a tanker truck crashed and spilled a substantial amount of diesel fuel. The truck’s driver was killed in the one-vehicle accident. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, a fuel truck driven by 36-year-old Juan Carlos… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | August 24th, 2023 | 18 Wheelers, Blog
Motorist dies following collision with 18-wheeler
EDINBURG – An Edinburg man is dead following an August 20 traffic accident on the I-69 highway. According to the Edinburg Police Department, the accident happened about 9:00 p.m. on the highway frontage road near Rogers Road. When officers arrived on the scene of the crash, they found that a beige Chrysler minivan had struck… Read More