Blind Spot Accidents in Texas

Blind spot accidents occur when truck drivers change lanes or merge without seeing vehicles in their blind spots, also known as "No-Zones." Large trucks have significant blind spots on all four sides, making it difficult for drivers to see smaller vehicles.

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Average Settlement Range for Blind Spot Accidents

$75,000 - $1,000,000

*Actual settlements vary based on injury severity and case specifics

What is a Blind Spot Accident?

Common Causes of Blind Spot Accidents

✓Failure to check blind spots before lane changes

✓Missing or improperly adjusted mirrors

✓Distracted driving

✓Rushing due to tight delivery schedules

✓Inadequate driver training

Injuries from Blind Spot Accidents

Blind Spot Accidents often result in serious injuries due to the size and weight of commercial trucks. Common injuries include:

Sideswipe impact injuries

Broken bones and fractures

Traumatic brain injuries

Whiplash and neck injuries

Spinal injuries

Who is Liable in a Blind Spot Accident?

Multiple parties may be held responsible for a blind spot accident. An experienced attorney can investigate and identify all liable parties:

1Driver failure to check mirrors

2Improper mirror equipment

3Distracted driving violations

4Hours of service violations causing fatigue

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where are a truck's blind spots?▼

Large trucks have four major blind spots: directly in front (20 feet), directly behind (30 feet), on the left side extending back, and a larger zone on the right side extending back. These areas are called "No-Zones" because the driver cannot see vehicles there.

Is the truck driver always at fault in blind spot accidents?▼

While truck drivers have a duty to check their blind spots before changing lanes, liability depends on the specific circumstances. However, if the truck driver failed to check mirrors or was distracted, they are typically held responsible.