Introduction
Texas recorded 35,690 commercial vehicle crashes in 2017 alone, a single year’s data that illustrates the scale of the problem facing motorists who share the road with trucks and 18-wheelers. Robert Alvarez Law was built to serve the people on the wrong side of those collisions: individuals who sustain serious injuries when passenger vehicles encounter massive commercial trucks traveling at highway speeds. The firm operates throughout Texas, is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be reached at (866)-TEJANOS.
Truck accident cases are not ordinary car accident cases. The vehicles are larger, the injuries are more severe, and the responsible parties are more numerous. A commercial truck crash can involve the driver, the trucking company, the company that loaded the cargo, the manufacturer of a defective vehicle component, or some combination of those parties. Building a successful claim requires understanding federal trucking regulations, the interplay between multiple insurance policies, and the investigation techniques that preserve critical evidence before it disappears.
Robert Alvarez Law handles these cases on a contingency fee basis, which means clients pay no attorney fees unless the firm recovers compensation for them. Consultations are free.
Practice Areas
Truck and 18-Wheeler Accidents: This is the firm’s specialty. Commercial truck accidents present distinct legal and factual challenges compared to standard motor vehicle collisions. Tractor-trailers can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, and the physics of a collision between such a vehicle and a passenger car produce catastrophic results. Liability may extend beyond the driver to include the trucking company’s hiring and training practices, maintenance records, hours-of-service compliance, and cargo loading procedures. Federal regulations issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration impose specific obligations on commercial carriers, and violations of those regulations are relevant to liability analysis.
Motor Vehicle Accidents: Beyond commercial truck cases, the firm handles general motor vehicle accident claims arising from collisions between passenger vehicles. These cases involve establishing fault, documenting injuries and medical expenses, and negotiating with insurance carriers to recover fair compensation.
Catastrophic Injury Cases: Some accidents produce injuries that permanently alter the course of a person’s life. Spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injury, loss of limbs, severe burns, and other catastrophic outcomes require legal representation that accounts for long-term medical needs, future lost earning capacity, and the full scope of non-economic harm. The firm handles these high-stakes cases with the gravity they demand.
Attorney Profiles
Robert Alvarez leads the firm that bears his name. The firm’s bilingual capability in English and Spanish reflects an understanding of the Texas client population and a commitment to serving clients in the language in which they are most comfortable. Legal proceedings are already stressful without the added difficulty of communicating through a language barrier. The firm’s bilingual approach ensures that Spanish-speaking clients receive the same quality of communication and counsel as English-speaking clients.
The firm’s availability around the clock, every day of the week, reflects a realistic understanding of when accidents happen and when injured people need to speak with someone who can help them understand what to do next. Waiting until Monday morning may mean missed opportunities to preserve evidence or document injuries properly.
Location and Service Area
Robert Alvarez Law serves clients throughout Texas. The firm does not require injured people to travel to an office; given the geographic scale of Texas and the reality that seriously injured clients may have difficulty with transportation, flexibility in how and where client meetings occur is a practical advantage.
The firm can be reached at (866)-TEJANOS at any hour of the day or night. The website is alvarezlawtx.com. Free consultations are available for anyone who has been injured in a truck accident, motor vehicle accident, or other collision and wants to understand their legal options.
Client Focus
The clients of Robert Alvarez Law are people who have been hurt, often seriously, by the conduct of truck drivers, trucking companies, or other motorists. Many face mounting medical bills, lost income from time away from work, and uncertainty about whether they will fully recover physically. They are dealing with insurance companies whose primary obligation is to their shareholders, not to the injured person.
The firm’s contingency fee structure removes the financial barrier to legal representation. A person who has just been seriously injured and may not be able to work should not have to choose between paying for an attorney and paying for medical care. The contingency arrangement aligns the firm’s financial interest with the client’s: the firm gets paid when the client recovers compensation.
The bilingual capability matters particularly in Texas, where a substantial portion of the population is more comfortable in Spanish. Legal concepts are difficult enough to understand in one’s primary language. The firm’s ability to explain rights, strategy, and options in Spanish serves a real population of potential clients who might otherwise struggle to find adequate representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes truck accident cases different from regular car accident cases?
Commercial trucks are subject to federal regulations that do not apply to ordinary passenger vehicles. Trucking companies must maintain logs of driver hours, conduct regular vehicle inspections, and comply with cargo weight limits and securement rules. When these obligations are violated, the company may bear liability alongside the driver. Additionally, commercial truck accidents typically involve multiple insurance policies with higher limits, which affects the negotiation and litigation strategy.
How does the contingency fee arrangement work?
The firm charges no attorney fees unless it recovers money for the client. If the case resolves through settlement or a jury verdict in the client’s favor, the firm receives a percentage of the recovery as its fee. If the case does not result in recovery, the client owes no attorney fees. This arrangement means anyone who has been seriously injured can access legal representation regardless of their current financial situation.
What should I do immediately after a truck accident in Texas?
Seek medical attention first, even if injuries do not seem severe. Document the scene if possible: photographs of vehicle positions, damage, road conditions, and any visible injuries. Obtain contact information from the truck driver, any witnesses, and the trucking company’s insurance information. Report the accident to law enforcement. Contact an attorney as early as possible, because evidence in truck accident cases, including electronic logging device data and onboard camera footage, can be overwritten or destroyed quickly.
Does the firm serve Spanish-speaking clients?
Yes. Robert Alvarez Law is bilingual in English and Spanish. Clients who are more comfortable communicating in Spanish can do so throughout the representation, from the initial consultation through the resolution of the case.
Is there a deadline to file a truck accident claim in Texas?
Texas law imposes a statute of limitations on personal injury claims. Waiting too long to contact an attorney risks losing the right to pursue compensation entirely. Contact the firm at (866)-TEJANOS as soon as possible after an accident to ensure your claim is preserved.
Closing
The phone number (866)-TEJANOS exists because truck accidents do not happen on a schedule and injured people cannot always wait. Robert Alvarez Law built its practice around availability, bilingual communication, and the specific technical demands of commercial vehicle accident litigation. For anyone in Texas hurt in a truck, 18-wheeler, or other motor vehicle accident, the firm offers a free consultation and representation on a contingency basis. Reach the firm any time at (866)-TEJANOS, or visit alvarezlawtx.com.