Posted on April 05, 2026 in Truck accidents

If you’ve driven IH-10, you know the traffic can shift fast. One moment, it's moving at highway speed. The next, brake lights stretch as far as you can see. For drivers of commercial trucks, these sudden slowdowns are often where chain-reaction crashes happen.

If you or someone you love was hurt in a multi-vehicle truck wreck in 2026, a Karnes County, TX truck accident attorney can help you understand who may be liable if you decide to pursue compensation.

Why Does IH-10 Get So Many Chain-Reaction Accidents in Texas?

IH-10 is one of the most heavily traveled freight corridors in the country. It runs nearly 900 miles across Texas alone, connecting El Paso to the Louisiana border. IH-10 has long stretches with few exits, big elevation changes, and a heavy mix of commercial and passenger traffic. These conditions make it especially unforgiving when a truck driver loses control.

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 Posted on March 20, 2026 in Wrongful Death

Losing a family member in a car or truck accident is devastating. When you find out that the other driver also died in the crash, already raw emotions may become even more complicated. If the other driver was responsible for the accident, you may feel the desire to pursue a wrongful death claim. It won’t bring your loved one back, but the compensation may be a welcome help in the middle of one of the worst experiences of your life. You recognize that the family of the other person is also grieving, though, and you may not want to add to that with a lawsuit.

If you’re wrestling with this question in 2026, a Hays County wrongful death attorney can help you think through your legal options with clarity and sensitivity.

Does the Other Driver's Death Affect Your Right to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?

Pursuing a wrongful death claim is a legal right in Texas. The other driver’s death doesn’t remove that option for your family. Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71 allows surviving family members – including spouses, children, and parents – to file a claim any time a loved one is killed due to another person's negligence.

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 Posted on March 05, 2026 in Car Accidents

A recent tragedy on Interstate 10 in San Antonio is a painful reminder of just how dangerous Texas freeways can be. In February 2026, a 42-year-old man stepped out of his vehicle after a minor collision to speak with the other driver. Police reported to news stations that as he returned to his car, he was struck by another vehicle and later died in the hospital. His death shows that what happens after a freeway crash can be just as dangerous as the crash itself.

If you find yourself in a serious freeway accident, whether during the initial accident or afterward, a Guadalupe County car accident attorney can help you decide your next course of action.

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 Posted on February 19, 2026 in Truck accidents

Sometimes the term "underride accident" gets thrown around in the context of semi trucks or other very big vehicles. These crashes are among the most dangerous types of truck accidents, and understanding them could one day save your life. If you have questions about the legal effects of different types of truck accidents, a Gonzales truck accident attorney can help.

What Happens in an Underride Accident?

An underride accident is when a smaller vehicle slides under a large truck during a collision. Because semi trucks sit so high off the ground, a car can actually go beneath the truck's trailer or body during a crash. When this happens, the top of the car is often sheared off or crushed. The results are nearly always catastrophic.

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 Posted on February 09, 2026 in Car Accidents

On January 24, a tragic multi-vehicle crash on I-10 in Kimble County claimed the life of a man from Florida and left others injured. According to local news, the Texas Department of Public Safety reported that 12 vehicles were involved in the collision around 6:30 p.m. near mile marker 470. The accident happened during a major winter storm that brought snow, sleet, and ice to Texas roads.

The man who died was driving a Toyota pickup when another vehicle struck his truck, causing it to veer into the south ditch. Other cars became involved in the wreck. In the commotion, a trailer detached from one of the semi-trucks and landed on the man’s vehicle.

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 Posted on January 22, 2026 in Truck accidents

When you share the road with huge semi trucks, your safety depends on how well you understand their limits. Semi trucks, also called 18-wheelers or tractor-trailers, weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded. That is about 20 times heavier than the average passenger car. 

Because of their size and weight, these vehicles need much more time and space to stop and turn. When drivers in smaller cars do not drive defensively around trucks, serious and sometimes deadly accidents can happen.

If you are injured in a truck accident in 2026, a Karnes City truck accident attorney can help you understand your legal options and what compensation you may be entitled to.

What Does It Mean to "Drive Defensively" Around Semi Trucks?

"Defensive driving" means staying aware of possible dangers and taking steps to avoid them before they happen.

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 Posted on January 08, 2026 in Car Accidents

Every driver knows the feeling of fighting to keep their eyes open behind the wheel. Maybe you stayed up too late, worked a long shift, or started your road trip too early in the morning. Whatever the reason, driving while tired is very common, and far more dangerous than many people realize.

Fatigued driving causes thousands of crashes every year in Texas and across the United States. In 2026, drowsy driving remains a serious safety problem that affects everyone on the road. If you or someone you love was hurt in a crash caused by a tired driver, our New Braunfels car wreck lawyers can help you understand your legal options.

How Common Is Drowsy Driving in Texas?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that drowsy driving was responsible for an estimated 91,000 police-reported crashes in the U.S. a few years ago. These crashes led to approximately 50,000 injuries and nearly 800 deaths. Other experts believe the numbers are much higher. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety estimates that drowsy driving may actually cause up to 328,000 crashes each year, including 109,000 that result in injuries and 6,400 that are fatal.

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 Posted on December 21, 2025 in Truck accidents

Speed limits play a major role in truck safety on IH 10 in Texas. This interstate carries heavy commercial traffic through cities like El Paso, San Antonio, and Houston, as well as growing areas near San Marcos. When large trucks travel too fast for traffic or road conditions, crashes are more likely to cause serious injuries.

As of 2025, Texas law still requires commercial drivers to operate their vehicles at safe speeds based on road and traffic conditions, not just posted signs. If a speeding driver left you with severe injuries and losses, contact a San Marcos, TX truck accident lawyer at The Bettersworth Law Firm today.

Why Speed Limits Matter More for Trucks Than Cars

Trucks are much heavier than passenger vehicles and take longer to slow down. A fully loaded tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. That extra weight makes it harder to stop quickly or avoid hazards.

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 Posted on December 10, 2025 in Car Accidents

When you picture a serious car accident, you might imagine a head-on collision or a T-bone crash at an intersection. However, rollover accidents represent one of the deadliest types of crashes on Texas roads. These accidents happen when a vehicle tips onto its side or roof, often rotating multiple times before stopping. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, rollover crashes account for only about two percent of all vehicle accidents, yet they cause nearly 35 percent of all traffic fatalities. That stark difference shows just how dangerous these crashes can be for drivers and passengers.

Texas continues to see hundreds of rollover accidents each year on highways like Interstate 35, which runs through New Braunfels and Seguin. If you are hurt in a rollover accident in 2026, you deserve help from an experienced, aggressive Texas personal injury lawyer. The Bettersworth Law Firm is here to help.

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 Posted on November 21, 2025 in Car Accidents

Rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident in Texas and across the country. Many people think these crashes only cause minor injuries like whiplash, but rear-end accidents can cause serious injuries and even death. Children sitting in the back seat face particular danger because they are closest to the point of impact.

If you or your loved ones have been hurt in a rear-end accident with a car or a truck, call our Gonzales County, TX personal injury lawyer for help right away. 

Why Are Children at Greater Risk in Rear-End Crashes?

Children sitting in the back seat are in the most dangerous position during a rear-end collision. The force of impact hits the rear of the vehicle first and hardest, so back seat passengers absorb more of the crash energy than those in front.

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