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Deadly Texas Panhandle Crash Sparks Lawsuit Against H-E-B and Trucking Contractors

As attorneys who represent families after catastrophic truck crashes, we see the same pattern far too often: a preventable collision, lives lost in seconds, and powerful companies scrambling to distance themselves from responsibility.  The wrongful death lawsuit filed after a fatal 18-wheeler crash in the Texas Panhandle is a textbook example of why accountability matters in commercial trucking cases. What Happened on U.S. Highway 87 On November 5, 2025, around 1:00 p.m., four young women were traveling southbound on U.S.

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Trucking Companies in Texas Won’t Be Liable If They Hit You

When a big rig collides with your car in Corpus Christi, you deserve straightforward answers. As your legal team, we at Burkett Law Firm understand that the phrase “trucking companies in Texas won’t be liable if they hit you” may sound harsh, but it accurately reflects recent changes in Texas law that affect how claims must be pursued.  If you were involved in an accident, hiring a Corpus Christi truck accident lawyer is a smart first step. Here, you can

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