West Texas Jury Awards $49 Million After Fatal 18-Wheeler Crash

An 18-wheeler’s trailer struck an overpass near Interstate 35W and Loop 288 in Denton shortly before noon on Saturday, July 18, 2026. According to WFAA, Denton police received the call around 11:52 a.m. Video from the scene showed the truck’s trailer hitting the bridge. Traffic was diverted around the incident, although police said the roads were not completely shut down. No injuries were reported. TxDOT engineers and hazardous-material crews responded to inspect the overpass and evaluate any damage caused by the impact. Additional information about why the trailer struck the bridge has not been released. Why This Matters Commercial truck bridge strikes require a careful investigation. Important evidence may include dash-camera footage, driver statements, vehicle inspection records, trailer and hydraulic-system maintenance records, electronic logging data, company safety policies, cargo information, and video showing the moments before impact. How Wooley Law Can Help Wooley Law Firm handles 18-wheeler accidents, commercial vehicle crashes, roadway incidents, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases throughout Denton, Dallas-Fort Worth, and across Texas. We move quickly to preserve evidence, identify responsible trucking companies and other parties, and fight for injured Texans. If you were injured in a Denton truck accident, I-35W crash, Loop 288 commercial vehicle wreck, bridge-strike accident, or related collision, you may have the right to pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, mental anguish, impairment, and other damages. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

Four people were taken to the hospital following a multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler, minivan, and military Humvee on southbound Interstate 35 in Lorena on Friday, July 17, 2026. According to Lorena Police Chief Holt, the incident began after a driver experienced a flat tire. The far-right lane of southbound I-35 was closed so tow truck personnel could assist the disabled vehicle. Police said an 18-wheeler then swerved across multiple lanes and struck a minivan and a military Humvee. Four people were transported to the hospital. Their conditions were not immediately released. The crash shut down southbound I-35 for several hours while first responders, law enforcement officers, and road crews worked at the scene. The highway later began slowly reopening. Reports also indicate that a second 18-wheeler swerved to avoid traffic from the initial wreck and crashed near power lines. Additional details about that collision have not been released. Multi-vehicle truck crashes on I-35 require an immediate investigation. Important evidence may include dash camera footage, electronic logging device data, engine control module information, driver qualification records, maintenance documents, dispatch communications, witness statements, photographs, and video from the crash scene. Wooley Law Firm handles serious 18-wheeler accidents, commercial vehicle crashes, multi-vehicle collisions, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases throughout Central Texas, Dallas-Fort Worth, and across Texas. We move quickly to preserve evidence, identify responsible trucking companies and other parties, and fight for injured Texans. If you were injured in a Lorena truck accident, I-35 crash, 18-wheeler collision, Humvee accident, minivan wreck, or multi-vehicle crash, you may have the right to seek justice and pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, mental anguish, impairment, and other damages. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

A major crash was reported on southbound Interstate 35E at Northwest Highway in Dallas around 9:15 a.m. on July 17, 2026. According to TxDOT, the crash closed the two left lanes and the left shoulder as police, firefighters, and EMS responded to the scene. Drivers experienced significant delays through the area while emergency crews worked to clear the crash. At this time, officials have not released information regarding the number of vehicles involved, whether anyone was injured, or what caused the collision. Major crashes on I-35E frequently involve high traffic volumes, sudden slowdowns, and commercial vehicles, increasing the risk of chain-reaction collisions and catastrophic injuries. A thorough investigation should preserve critical evidence, including the crash report, witness statements, dash camera footage, nearby surveillance video, vehicle data, cell phone records, and photographs from the scene. If a commercial vehicle was involved, additional evidence such as electronic logging device (ELD) data, maintenance records, and driver qualification files may also be important. Wooley Law Firm represents victims injured in car accidents, 18-wheeler crashes, commercial vehicle collisions, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases throughout Dallas-Fort Worth and across Texas. We move quickly to preserve evidence, identify all responsible parties, and fight for the compensation our clients deserve. If you were injured in a Dallas car accident, I-35E crash, Northwest Highway collision, commercial vehicle wreck, or multiple-vehicle accident, you may have the right to seek justice and pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, mental anguish, impairment, and other damages. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win.