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If you were injured in a truck accident in Dallas, you need an experienced attorney who knows how to win. Frenkel and Frenkel has spent over 30 years fighting for truck accident victims across Dallas and Fort Worth, and we have the results to prove it. Dallas sits at the center of one of the busiest commercial trucking corridors in the country, and when a truck driver or trucking company makes a mistake, the consequences can be catastrophic. We fight hard and we fight effectively to get you the full compensation you deserve.
You deserve maximum compensation, and that is exactly what we pursue for every client we represent. Our Dallas truck accident attorneys handle cases involving local and out-of-town truckers, including commercial trucks from Mexico, and we have decades of proven success in personal injury claims and lawsuits across Dallas and Fort Worth. No matter where the trucking company is based, we know how to hold them accountable.
You get a full team fighting for you from day one. Our truck accident attorneys collaborate with a network of legal professionals to aggressively advocate for injured victims in Dallas and Fort Worth. We investigate to uncover the true causes of the crash, evaluate the long-term impact of your injuries, and file a claim or lawsuit to pursue the maximum compensation you are owed.
18-wheeler and tractor-trailer accidents require specialized knowledge of the federal and state laws by which the driver and company must abide. Frenkel & Frenkel has truck accident attorneys with decades of experience litigating truck accident claims and lawsuits. We work with some of the best accident reconstruction experts to thoroughly investigate the cause of the crash and who was responsible.
When our truck accident attorneys in Dallas & Fort Worth TX investigate a trucking accident, we often discover key facts such as:
Partners with over nine decades of combined legal experience.
Attorneys who used to defend the insurance companies
Family-owned law firm with a Client-First mission.
Lawyers who know how to win in the courtroom to maximize your outcome.
Truck accident injuries are among the most severe and life-altering injuries a person can suffer. A fully loaded commercial truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, and when that kind of force collides with a passenger vehicle, the results are often catastrophic. Victims frequently face years or a lifetime of medical care, mounting costs, and permanent changes to their quality of life. The responsible party must be held accountable for every one of those consequences, and that is exactly what Frenkel and Frenkel fights to make happen.
Some of the most common types of truck accident injuries include:
Most truck accidents in Dallas are caused by preventable failures, not unavoidable circumstances. When a driver or trucking company cuts corners on safety, the results can be devastating for victims and their families. These collisions are commonly caused by the following:
After beginning his career at a New York law firm that defended big insurance companies, Mark now uses his knowledge of the enemy’s playbook to protect and help accident victims get the full compensation they’re owed.
Since 1993, Mark and his partners at Frenkel & Frenkel have worked to build one of the most feared and formidable team of personal injury attorneys in Dallas-Fort Worth. D Magazine recognized him as a Hall of Fame lawyer. The firm has been awarded “Favorite Personal Injury Law Firm” by Addison Magazine for 12 consecutive years, more than any other service business in the DFW metro.
Having worked as a defense lawyer for a national trucking company, plus his 30 years of experience helping victims of commercial vehicle accidents, Scott Frenkel is a name the big insurance carriers hope you don’t hire.
As former legal counsel for the insurance and trucking industries, Scott possesses unique insights into how these large corporations operate and sometimes try to low-ball or trick victims out of the medical care and compensation they deserve. Scott has now represented thousands of DFW residents and their families to attain life-changing settlements and verdicts, helping them to cope with injury and loss, to move forward towards a better tomorrow.
As a Dallas native and SMU graduate, with three decades of experience facing down insurance companies and fighting for victims’ rights, Gene is passionate about making our community safer.
Gene is a Lifetime Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and boasts a “Superb” rating on Avvo. In the community, he’s served on the advisory board for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and supports the Ronald McDonald House, The Jesuit Preparatory School of Dallas and The Russ Martin Foundation.
You can recover the full financial losses caused by the crash. This includes past and future medical expenses, lost wages, future lost income, reduced earning capacity, and other substantial out-of-pocket costs directly tied to your injuries.
You can also recover compensation for the personal toll the crash has taken on your life. This includes pain and suffering, emotional anguish, loss of quality of life, and other deeply personal consequences that go beyond financial loss.
Founded as a family business, we prioritize people and serve with integrity.
At Frenkel and Frenkel, you are not just a case number. You are treated with the same care and integrity that has defined this firm since the day it was founded. Built as a family business from the ground up, Frenkel and Frenkel has always put people before profit, approaching every case with compassion and a genuine commitment to the well-being of the clients and families we serve. That culture, established by our founders and carried forward by every attorney on our team, is what sets us apart and what drives us to fight as hard as we do for every person who walks through our doors.
A truck accident lawyer in Dallas & Fort Worth TX, can provide crucial legal guidance and representation for truck accident victims, helping navigate complex laws, investigate the causes of the accident, evaluate the impact of injuries, and pursue maximum compensation.
Truck accidents in Dallas and Fort Worth can be caused by factors such as tired drivers, speeding, distracted driving, unsafe lane changes, driving too fast for weather conditions, and instances of drug or alcohol intoxication among truck drivers.
Truck accidents often result in more severe injuries due to the size and weight disparity between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles, including spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, multiple fractures, and crush injuries, which may require extensive medical care and have long-term consequences.
Truck accidents can lead to severe injuries such as multiple fractures, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, paralysis, and disfiguring injuries, often requiring extensive medical care and having long-term or lifelong consequences.
Trucking accidents may involve critical factors such as safety training neglect by the trucking company, driver negligence (e.g., cell phone use, speeding), violations of driving hour regulations, and inadequate vehicle inspections, crucial in determining liability and seeking compensation.
In truck accident claims and lawsuits, victims can seek economic damages (e.g., medical expenses, lost wages) and non-economic damages (e.g., pain and suffering, emotional distress), with skilled attorneys helping evaluate the full extent of losses and seek appropriate compensation.
When choosing a truck accident lawyer, consider factors such as experience in litigating truck accident claims, success in achieving favorable outcomes, and a deep understanding of federal and state laws governing trucking accidents.
Frenkel & Frenkel's approach stands out due to its specialized knowledge of federal and state laws governing trucking accidents, extensive experience in litigating such cases, and collaboration with top accident reconstruction experts to thoroughly investigate the causes of accidents and determine liability.
Truck accident attorneys play a crucial role in advocating for injured victims by investigating the true causes of accidents, evaluating the long-term impact of injuries, and filing claims or lawsuits to seek maximum compensation, their expertise in navigating complex legal matters instrumental in achieving fair and total compensation for their clients.
Frenkel & Frenkel's legal practice is built on a legacy of over 30 years, marked by a commitment to family values, a client-first approach, and a strong emphasis on integrity and compassion, reflecting the values instilled by its founders, creating a culture of putting people first in all aspects of its legal practice.
Truck drivers and the companies that employ them must follow strict federal safety rules enforced by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These regulations govern how many hours a driver can operate a vehicle before resting, how trucks must be inspected and maintained, how cargo must be secured, and what drug and alcohol testing is required. Drivers must also hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License and meet medical fitness standards before they are ever allowed behind the wheel.
Some of the most critical rules involve Hours of Service limits, which cap how long a driver can stay on the road without rest, and Electronic Logging Devices, which automatically record driving time to prevent falsified logs. When these rules are violated, that violation can become powerful evidence of negligence in your truck accident case. At Frenkel and Frenkel, we know how to find those violations and use them to fight for the compensation you deserve.
Yes, and in many cases the trucking company carries significant legal responsibility for what happened to you. A company can be held liable if it hired an unqualified driver, failed to provide proper training, ignored known safety violations, pressured drivers to exceed legal driving limits, or failed to maintain the truck in safe operating condition. When a driver causes a crash while working within the scope of their employment, the company that employs them can be held accountable for the harm caused.
Truck accident cases often involve multiple responsible parties beyond just the driver, including the motor carrier, a cargo loading company, a maintenance contractor, or even the truck manufacturer. Identifying every party that contributed to your injuries is essential to maximizing your recovery. At Frenkel and Frenkel, we investigate every angle so that no one who shares responsibility escapes accountability.
Most 18-wheeler accidents are caused by preventable failures, not unavoidable circumstances. Driver fatigue is one of the most common and dangerous causes, particularly when drivers push past legal Hours of Service limits to meet tight delivery deadlines. Distracted driving, speeding, improper lane changes, and impaired driving also contribute to a significant number of serious crashes on Dallas roads and Texas highways.
Mechanical failures such as brake defects, tire blowouts, and steering problems can cause catastrophic accidents when trucks are not properly inspected or maintained. Improperly loaded or unsecured cargo can shift during transport and cause a driver to lose control. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, large truck crashes result in thousands of fatalities and tens of thousands of injuries every year across the country. When a trucking company cuts corners on safety, innocent people pay the price. You deserve someone who will fight to hold them accountable.
Truck accident settlements are based on the full scope of what the crash has cost you and what it will continue to cost you in the future. Compensation can include current and future medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, physical pain, emotional suffering, permanent disability, disfigurement, and the overall impact the injuries have had on your quality of life.
Because truck accidents so often cause catastrophic injuries, these claims tend to involve significantly higher damages than a typical car accident case. The value of your claim also depends on the strength of the evidence, the degree of fault that can be proven, the number of liable parties, and the insurance coverage available. At Frenkel and Frenkel, our founding attorneys Mark D. Frenkel and Scott B. Frenkel both began their careers defending insurance companies, which gives us a unique advantage in understanding exactly how insurers evaluate and minimize claims. We use that insider knowledge to fight for every dollar you are owed.
The evidence in a truck accident case can make all the difference between a strong claim and a weak one. Critical evidence includes the police crash report, photographs of the scene and vehicles, witness statements, black box data from the truck, Electronic Logging Device records, driver logbooks, maintenance and inspection records, cargo loading documents, dispatch communications, and the driver’s qualification file and drug testing history.
Much of this evidence is in the hands of the trucking company, which is why acting quickly is so important. The FMCSA requires carriers to retain certain records, but those records can be lost, overwritten, or destroyed if legal action is not taken promptly. At Frenkel and Frenkel, we move fast to preserve evidence, send legal holds to trucking companies, and build the strongest possible case on your behalf before critical information disappears.
Truck accidents are far more devastating than car accidents because of the sheer size and weight difference between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. A fully loaded 18-wheeler can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, compared to the average passenger car that weighs around 4,000 pounds. When a vehicle of that size collides with a smaller car, the results are often catastrophic or fatal.
Large trucks also require significantly more distance to stop, have large blind spots on all four sides, and can cause underride collisions, rollovers, and jackknife crashes that are uniquely dangerous to everyone nearby. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that people in passenger vehicles account for the vast majority of deaths in crashes involving large trucks. These are not ordinary accidents, and they require an extraordinary level of legal skill and dedication to pursue. That is exactly what Frenkel and Frenkel brings to every case.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, known as the FMCSA, is the federal agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation responsible for regulating the commercial trucking industry. Its core mission is to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and buses by setting and enforcing safety standards that carriers and drivers must follow.
The FMCSA matters to your case because its regulations define what safe trucking looks like under federal law. When a driver or company violates those rules, whether by falsifying logs, skipping inspections, or hiring unqualified drivers, that violation can serve as direct evidence of negligence. You can explore the agency’s safety standards and resources at the official FMCSA website. At Frenkel and Frenkel, we know these regulations inside and out, and we know how to use them to protect your rights and pursue the justice you deserve.
Every truck accident case is different, and the timeline depends on several factors including the severity of your injuries, the complexity of the evidence, the number of parties involved, and whether the case settles or goes to trial. Some cases resolve within several months, while others involving catastrophic injuries or disputed liability can take considerably longer.
Truck accident cases often take more time than standard car accident claims because they require a thorough investigation into driver logs, black box data, maintenance records, company policies, and federal safety compliance. It is also important that your full medical picture is understood before any settlement is reached, so that future care and long term losses are properly accounted for. What never changes is this: time matters from the very beginning. In Texas, legal deadlines apply to personal injury claims, and critical evidence can disappear quickly. Contact Frenkel and Frenkel as soon as possible so we can protect your rights and begin building your case right away.
