Sulphur Springs Truck Accident Lawyer

Interstate 30 carries 18-wheelers between Dallas and Texarkana right past Sulphur Springs, and SH 19 and SH 154 bring more trucks across Hopkins County. When a commercial truck causes a crash here, the injuries are rarely minor.

For 45 years, Roberts & Roberts has represented people hurt by 18-wheelers and commercial trucks across East Texas. Several of our attorneys are board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. See what we have recovered for clients on our verdicts and settlements page.

Call (903) 597-6000 for a free consultation. You pay no attorney’s fee unless we recover money for you, and we will come to you anywhere in the Sulphur Springs area.

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Truck Crashes on Hopkins County Highways

I-30 is the main truck route through Hopkins County, connecting Greenville and Dallas to the west with Mount Pleasant and Texarkana to the east. SH 19 runs north toward Paris and south toward Emory and Canton, and SH 154 crosses the county toward Cooper and Quitman. Hopkins County’s dairy and agricultural industries keep milk trucks, livestock haulers and farm equipment on rural roads.

In 2025, Hopkins County had 661 reported traffic crashes. Those crashes killed 7 people and injured 241 more, 36 of them seriously, according to Texas Department of Transportation crash data.

TxDOT also counted 90 crashes involving commercial motor vehicles in Hopkins County in 2025. Those crashes killed 1 person and injured 36 more. Crashes involving 18-wheelers tend to be the most serious because a loaded tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, roughly 20 times as much as a passenger car.

Why Truck Accident Cases Are Different

A claim against a trucking company is not the same as a claim against another driver. More rules, more parties and more insurance are involved, and the trucking company usually has investigators working within hours of the crash.

Federal Safety Rules

Commercial drivers must follow Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules. Truckers hauling freight generally may drive no more than 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty, and they cannot drive past the 14th hour after starting their workday.

More Than One Responsible Party

The driver, the trucking company, a freight broker, the company that loaded the cargo, a maintenance shop or a parts manufacturer may each share the blame.

Larger Insurance Policies

Interstate carriers hauling general freight must carry at least $750,000 in liability coverage, and many carry far more. That coverage can make a full recovery possible after a serious injury.

Evidence That Disappears

Electronic logging device data, dash camera video, driver logs, dispatch records and maintenance files can be lost or overwritten. We send preservation letters right away so that evidence is still there when it matters.

Common Causes of 18-Wheeler Crashes

In our experience, most serious truck wrecks trace back to choices the driver or trucking company made before the crash:

Driver fatigue and hours-of-service violations
Speeding or following too closely for the truck’s weight
Distracted driving, including phone use and in-cab devices
Brake, tire or lighting failures from skipped maintenance
Overloaded or improperly secured cargo
Wide right turns and unsafe lane changes in blind spots
Inexperienced or poorly trained drivers

What to Do After a Truck Accident in Sulphur Springs

Get Medical Care

Go to the emergency room or see a doctor the same day, even if you feel all right. CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs serves the Sulphur Springs area.

Report the Crash

Call 911. Depending on where the crash happened, the Sulphur Springs Police Department, the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office or a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper will respond and write the crash report.

Document Everything

Photograph the truck, its DOT number, company name and license plates, the scene and your injuries. Get names and phone numbers of witnesses.

Avoid Recorded Statements

The trucking company’s insurer may call quickly. You do not have to give a recorded statement. Refer them to your lawyer.

Get Your Crash Report

Texas peace officer crash reports (form CR-3) are available through the TxDOT Crash Report Online Purchase System.

Call a Truck Accident Lawyer

The sooner we can send preservation letters and start investigating, the stronger your case will be.

Compensation for Truck Accident Victims

Texas law allows injured people to recover damages that may include:

Past and future medical expenses
Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
Physical pain and mental anguish
Physical impairment and disfigurement
Property damage

When a trucking company acts with gross negligence, such as knowingly putting a dangerous driver or truck on the road, exemplary (punitive) damages may also be available. Under Texas’s proportionate responsibility rule, you can recover as long as you are not more than 50 percent at fault, though your recovery is reduced by your share of fault. Most claims must be filed within two years of the crash.

Where Your Sulphur Springs Truck Accident Case Is Handled

Sulphur Springs is the county seat of Hopkins County, and truck accident lawsuits arising here are usually filed in the 8th or 62nd District Court at the Hopkins County Courthouse. Some cases against interstate carriers can be filed in or moved to federal court. Most cases resolve through settlement, but we prepare every case as if it will go to trial.

Our lawyers work from offices in Tyler, Longview and Dallas. We will come to you in Sulphur Springs. If you are in the hospital or cannot travel, we will meet you at home or at your bedside at no cost.

Truck Accident Questions

How long do I have to file a truck accident lawsuit in Texas?

In most cases, two years from the date of the crash. If a city, county or state vehicle was involved, written notice may be required within six months or less, so talk with a lawyer right away.

Who pays if the driver works for a different company?

Responsibility can extend to the motor carrier whose authority the truck operated under, a broker who chose an unsafe carrier, or a shipper that loaded the trailer improperly. Identifying every responsible company is one of the first things we do.

Should I accept the insurance company’s first offer?

Not before you understand the full cost of your injuries. Early offers often come before the extent of an injury is known. Once you settle, you cannot reopen the claim.

Do I have to travel to your office?

No. We meet clients in their homes and in hospitals. We will come to you in Sulphur Springs or anywhere in Hopkins County.

Talk to a Sulphur Springs Truck Accident Lawyer Today

If you or someone you love was hurt in a crash with an 18-wheeler or commercial truck in or around Sulphur Springs, call Roberts & Roberts at (903) 597-6000 or contact us online. The consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win.