Odessa Truck Accident Lawyer
One Powerful Law Firm Standing Up for Odessa Families
At KRW Lawyers, we’ve been protecting the rights of Texans since 2006. With over $1 billion recovered, national recognition from leading attorney ranking services, and leadership that includes a Board-Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer (Douglas Ketterman), our firm has built a reputation for taking on the toughest truck accident cases in West Texas.
When trucking companies, insurers, and oilfield contractors put profits ahead of safety, we step in. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping Odessa families rebuild after catastrophic crashes and fighting for full compensation for all current and future care needs.
If you were injured in a wreck with a commercial vehicle, our Odessa truck accident attorneys want to help. Call KRW Lawyers or contact us online for a FREE consultation. We serve clients across Ector County and beyond.
Why Choose KRW Lawyers?
- Proven Results: Over $1 billion recovered for injury victims and families.
- Recognized Leaders: Nationally honored by Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® rated, and more.
- Trial-Ready Advocates: Led by a TX Board of Legal Specialization Board-Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer (Douglas Ketterman). Fewer than 2% of Texas attorneys hold this credential.
- Trusted in West Texas: Hundreds of workers and families represented across local oilfield communities.
- No Out-of-Pocket Costs: We only get paid when you do.
Client Testimonials
At KRW Lawyers, our work is measured by the people we serve. Over the years, countless clients have trusted us with their most difficult moments, and their words speak louder than any verdict or settlement.
Here are just a few examples of how we’ve helped families in Texas find justice after life-changing accidents:
“I highly recommend this firm”
KRW Lawyers helped me when I was injured after a commercial vehicle T-boned me in an intersection. My lawyer Scott and his paralegal Michelle were a Godsend! They were both very professional, personable, always willing to answer questions and give emotional support. – Former Client
“They truly care and get results.”
I’m incredibly grateful to KRW Lawyers for taking on my car accident case and securing a settlement for the injuries my wife and I sustained. From start to finish, my attorney was confident, knowledgeable, and professional—exactly what you want when you're going through a stressful situation. – Former Client
Your Rights After a Truck Accident in Odessa
The days after a truck accident are confusing. Victims often ask: What are my rights? Do I have a case? How do I hold a trucking company accountable? The truth is that you may have more legal options than insurers or corporate defendants want you to believe.
Under Texas law, injured victims and families may pursue a civil claim when a crash is caused by negligence. A civil claim is not automatic — it must be proven. But it is your most powerful tool to recover the financial and personal losses you’ve suffered.
When you bring a truck accident claim, you have the right to:
- Seek Accountability. File a personal injury lawsuit for your own injuries, or a wrongful death claim if you’ve lost a loved one, against negligent drivers, trucking companies, oilfield contractors, or other at-fault parties.
- Recover Full Compensation. Go beyond what an insurance adjuster offers and pursue damages for medical care, lost wages, future earning capacity, pain and suffering, funeral costs, and more.
- Demand Transparency. Use the legal process to obtain evidence that companies would rather hide, including driver logs, black box data, maintenance records, and safety violations.
- Level the Playing Field. Trucking corporations and their insurers have teams of lawyers protecting their bottom line. A civil claim allows you to stand on equal footing with skilled representation of your own.
These rights are not abstract. They are the practical tools that give families in Odessa a fighting chance against powerful trucking companies that too often put profits before safety.
Negligence and Liability in Truck Accidents
Civil claims succeed only if negligence can be proven. Negligence means a party failed to use reasonable care, and liability is the legal responsibility that follows from that failure.
In trucking cases, negligence may look like:
- A driver exceeding hours-of-service limits, falling asleep behind the wheel.
- A trucking company cutting corners on maintenance to save costs.
- A contractor failing to properly secure hazardous oilfield cargo.
- A manufacturer producing defective brakes that fail at highway speed.
Because of the complexity of trucking operations, liability can extend beyond just the driver. In some cases, multiple parties may share fault:
- Truck Drivers – responsible for safe vehicle operation.
- Trucking Companies – liable for their employees’ actions and their own unsafe policies.
- Shippers / Cargo Loaders – accountable when poor loading practices contribute to accidents.
- Manufacturers – answerable for defective vehicle components.
- Oilfield Contractors – a frequent presence on West Texas roads, often operating fleets under intense time pressures.
Establishing negligence and liability requires a deep investigation that consists of reviewing driver logs, black box data, safety records, and more. This is where experienced trial lawyers like ours make the difference, building cases that stand up against powerful trucking companies and insurers.
Compensation Available Through a Truck Accident Claim
They truly care and get results.
We Handle All Types of Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Though 18-wheelers and tractor-trailers dominate the roads, commercial vehicle accident cases involve more than big rigs. Our attorneys handle claims involving:
- Oilfield service trucks and tankers
- Delivery trucks and vans
- Buses and passenger carriers
- Construction and utility vehicles
- Company fleet cars and pickups
Each vehicle type has unique regulations and liability questions, and we have the experience to pursue them all.
Call For a FREE Consultation: KRW Lawyers
The trucking industry has one goal after a crash: protect profits. Insurers and corporate defendants send their teams to the scene immediately, gathering evidence and building defenses before victims have even left the hospital.
By working with KRW Lawyers, you gain a trial-tested law firm that knows how to secure evidence, navigate trucking regulations, and take on powerful corporate defendants.
Learn more about your options and how our Odessa truck accident attorneys can help by calling (432) 223-9975. We’re available 24/7 to help.
