Frio County, TX — September 24, 2024, a San Antonio man was injured in a single-truck accident shortly before 10:15 p.m. along Interstate Highway 35.
According to authorities, a 60-year-old man from San Antonio was traveling in a northeast bound Kenworth 18-wheeler with a trailer in tow in the vicinity southwest of Moore when the accident took place.
Officials state that another vehicle allegedly made an unsafe lane change in the path of the 18-wheeler. The truck then took apparently faulty evasive action, veering to the left and entering the center median of the interstate where it overturned, coming to a stop resting on its left side.
The man suffered serious injuries over the course of the accident, according to reports. He was transported to a local medical facility by EMS in order to receive necessary treatment. Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identity of the victim—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When a commercial truck overturns while trying to avoid another vehicle, the key question isn’t just what happened, but why it happened. In my experience handling truck accident cases, crashes like this often involve multiple contributing factors that need to be examined.
Did the other driver actually cause the crash? Reports indicate that another vehicle made an unsafe lane change, but investigators will need to determine whether that maneuver directly forced the truck off the road or if other factors played a role. Reviewing dashcam footage, witness statements, and traffic camera recordings could help establish what really happened.
Did the truck driver react appropriately? Evasive action is sometimes necessary to avoid a collision, but not all maneuvers are equally safe. Swerving too aggressively or overcorrecting can cause a truck to lose stability, especially at highway speeds. Investigators should determine whether the driver had enough time and space to react differently or if their response was reasonable given the circumstances.
Was the truck’s load properly secured? A sudden shift in weight inside the trailer can make a truck harder to control, increasing the risk of overturning. Investigators should examine loading records and conduct a post-crash inspection to determine whether improperly loaded cargo contributed to the wreck.
Did broader issues contribute to the crash? Trucking companies are responsible for training their drivers in defensive driving techniques and ensuring their vehicles are properly maintained. If a company failed to provide adequate training on emergency maneuvers or neglected maintenance that affected the truck’s handling, those factors could have influenced the outcome of this crash. Investigators should examine company policies, training records, and past safety violations to determine whether broader issues played a role.
At the end of the day, the most important thing is finding answers. Even if it takes an independent investigation to gather the right evidence, it’s critical to examine every factor to ensure those affected by the crash get the clarity and closure they deserve.
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