El Paso, TX (October 17, 2026) – A semi-truck and another vehicle collided at Gateway North and Mesquite Hill in Northeast El Paso on Saturday, October 17. The crash was reported at about 6:31 a.m.
The El Paso Police Department's Special Traffic Investigations Unit responded to the crash. Details about the extent of injuries to drivers or passengers have not yet been released.
The investigation into the cause of the collision remains ongoing.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the crash.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Semi-Truck Crash in El Paso, TX?
A truck driver, trucking company, cargo-loading company, maintenance provider, or another motorist may be held liable for a semi-truck crash in El Paso. Liability depends on whose negligence contributed to the crash, and multiple parties may be responsible.
When a driver is working for a trucking company, the company may be responsible for that driver's negligence. It may also be liable for poor hiring practices, inadequate training, or failing to supervise its drivers.
To help show how the crash happened, the truck's onboard data may reveal its speed, while driver logs can show hours spent on the road. Police reports and maintenance records may also help explain what happened.
If you were hurt in a truck crash, you may seek compensation for medical bills, lost income, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering. What you can recover depends on your losses and the circumstances of your claim.
In rare cases, Texas law allows exemplary damages when gross negligence is proven. This may apply if a driver or trucking company knowingly ignored serious safety risks. These damages require more than proof of ordinary negligence.
Even if you were partly at fault, you may still recover compensation under Texas law. Your award is reduced by your share of responsibility. However, you cannot recover damages if you are found more than 50% at fault.
If more than one company may share responsibility for the crash, a semi-truck accident lawyer can gather the driver's logs, maintenance records, and other evidence to show each party's role. An attorney can also handle communication with each insurer on your behalf.
At Brian C. Gutierrez, we help people across Texas handle the legal and insurance issues that may follow a truck crash. We take the time to understand what happened and give clear guidance based on your circumstances.
A semi-truck crash in El Paso can leave you dealing with serious injuries, medical bills, and insurance questions. Call Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC, at (979) 243-9912 to discuss what happened and learn how we may help you.
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