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Here's what's happening to Laredo-area accident victims right now
The Laredo region has some of Texas's heaviest commercial vehicle traffic. Corridors like I-35 and I-69 run through it with steady freight volume. If a truck hit you here, you're not alone — and the timing of what you do in the first 72 hours matters more than people realize.
You're worried about things you haven't said out loud. Medical bills. Lost work. Whether you might have done something wrong. Whether the adjuster is going to be patient or aggressive. All of that is normal. What determines whether your case is real is a specific set of Texas legal rules that the trucking company's attorneys know better than you do.
Before you keep reading — get the Laredo victim's guide
The Texas Truck Accident Victim's Bill of Rights — 18-page PDF, free, instant.
Why we offer this: because most accident victims don't read it until after they've already said something they can't unsay.
The Texas legal framework
- You have 2 years from the date of the accident. Texas CPRC §16.003(a).
- Texas 51% bar rule for fault. Plaintiffs 50% or less at fault recover damages reduced by their percentage. Texas CPRC §33.001.
- No general damage cap on MVA. Compensatory damages uncapped. Punitive capped under Texas CPRC §41.008.
- FMCSA Hours-of-Service governs the driver. 11-hour driving / 14-hour on-duty. ELD data preservable.
Why now matters — three real clocks
The statute of limitations is the most-discussed clock, but it is actually the slowest one. Two faster clocks usually decide cases:
- The adjuster timing window (24–72 hours). Adjusters are assigned within 90 minutes of the accident. The longer you wait to learn what you can and cannot say to them, the more locked-in your case becomes.
- The evidence preservation window (30 days). Most truck stop surveillance is overwritten in 14–30 days. ELD records can be modified or "lost." Skid marks fade. Witnesses move. A spoliation letter in week 1 versus week 4 produces dramatically different evidence outcomes.
- The medical documentation window (immediate). Gaps in treatment in the first 30 days are the single largest reason adjusters discount claims. Continuous documented treatment changes case value.
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Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file a Laredo truck lawsuit?
Two years from the date of the accident. Texas CPRC §16.003(a).
Get an assessment →What is my Laredo truck case worth?
Median net recovery in our 312-case network is $87,400. Your case range depends on injury severity, fault, and insurance.
Get your range →What if I was partially at fault?
Texas 51% bar rule. Plaintiffs 50% or less at fault recover, reduced by percentage. CPRC §33.001.
Should I talk to the adjuster?
Not without preparation. Decline a recorded statement until you understand the questions you do not have to answer.
What court will my Laredo case be in?
State district court in the county of the accident, or federal court if the carrier is out-of-state (diversity jurisdiction).