18-wheeler & commercial truck accidents
Houston's freight corridors (I-10, I-45, I-69, 610, Beltway 8 and the Port of Houston routes) see a lot of 18-wheeler traffic. Truck crashes tend to cause more serious injuries, from fractures and spine injuries to head trauma. After a crash with a commercial truck or 18-wheeler:
- Call 911 and get medical care first. Cruize can point you to one of 15 partner ERs, open 24/7.
- Photograph the truck, trailer, company name and the DOT number on the cab door.
- Get the driver's information and any witnesses.
- Keep every medical record, bill and receipt.
Because trucking companies, their insurers and sometimes cargo or maintenance companies can all be involved, many people speak with a truck accident lawyer in Houston or an 18-wheeler accident lawyer early on. Cruize isn't a law firm, but he works alongside Houston personal injury attorneys and helps keep your care organized for them.
Motorcycle accidents
Riders have very little protection in a crash. Road rash, broken bones, knee and shoulder injuries, and head injuries are common, even with a helmet. Get checked at an ER right away, even if you can walk away. Adrenaline hides a lot. If you're also looking for a motorcycle accident lawyer in Houston, get care first: your recovery and your records both start with that first visit.
Rideshare accidents: Uber & Lyft
Hurt in an Uber or Lyft, whether as a passenger, the driver, or someone hit by a rideshare car? Get medical care first, then:
- Screenshot your trip details and receipt.
- Report the crash in the app.
- Get the other driver's information and photos of both vehicles.
Insurance in a rideshare crash depends on whether the driver was offline, waiting for a ride, or on a trip, and when a trip is active the rideshare company typically carries much higher coverage. That's why many people talk with a rideshare accident lawyer or an Uber accident lawyer in Houston. Cruize can help you get connected to care 24/7 and coordinate with your attorney's office.
Getting care, whatever you were driving
No matter what kind of wreck it was, the first steps are the same: get safe, get checked, and keep your records. Read our guide to car accident doctors in Houston and the Texas car accident FAQ for medical bills, letters of protection and deadlines.
Common questions
What should I do after an 18-wheeler accident in Houston?
Call 911, get medical care, and document everything: the truck's company name, DOT number on the door, plate, trailer number, photos and witnesses. Truck crashes often involve multiple insurers, so many people speak with a truck accident lawyer early.
Who covers injuries in an Uber or Lyft accident?
It depends on what the rideshare driver was doing. When a passenger is on a trip, Uber and Lyft typically carry much higher liability coverage than a personal policy. Save your trip receipt and screenshots, and report the crash in the app.
Should I go to the ER after a motorcycle accident even if I can walk?
Yes. Motorcycle crashes can cause head, chest and internal injuries that aren't obvious at first. Get checked at an ER right away.
