Major I-10 Westbound Crash Involving Amazon Truck Causes Severe Delays in East Bexar County

On the morning of July 28, all westbound lanes of Interstate 10 at Zuehl Road were completely blocked due to a massive tangle involving an Amazon truck. This mess kept I-10 closed off for several hours as emergency crews and cleanup squads cleared the chaos.

As a result, traffic was detoured onto frontage roads that looped back onto I-10 at Haeckerville Road.

Truck-Heavy Highways

Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the crash on I-10 highlights how dicey Texas roads can get. Every year, truck crashes pile up by the thousands across the state—jamming traffic and often leading to serious injuries or even worse.

Figuring out who’s to blame in these trucking accidents is critical as it helps establish who foots the bill in the accident. If a truck driver messes up because they are reckless or not following road rules, they will likely be at fault. Companies like Amazon could also be on the hook, especially if it turns out that the driver was doing their job when things went sideways.

And here is another twist: if the driver is an independent contractor, pinning responsibility gets complicated since they aren’t regular employees. They might dodge direct liability if they can prove the company had a big say in how the contractor did their job.

Understanding Compensation

If we hypothetically consider a victim caught up in an accident similar to the recent Interstate 10 crunch involving an Amazon truck, they would be looking at several types of damages.

For starters, there are medical expenses from any injuries sustained, ranging from immediate emergency care to long-term rehabilitation. Lost wages are also applicable if they are too banged-up to work for a while, and possibly compensation for pain and emotional distress. If their vehicle or personal property was damaged during the incident, they may also claim for repairs or replacement costs.

Experienced Help

Dealing with truck crash fallout is not among the things you want to handle yourself. These cases are hives of complexity, entangling various legal and regulatory frameworks, especially when haulers like Amazon trucks are involved.

Experience in truck accident claims and an understanding of local laws is critical here—which is where Schechter, Shaffer & Harris can apply our knowledge. Our know-how of both Texas-specific statutes and national transport laws positions us as indispensable allies in navigating these legally bumpy situations for the best possible outcome.