More than 10.5 million households in the United States own recreational vehicles (RVs). Some RV owners live in Texas, many RV travelers come to Texas from other states, and all RV drivers in Texas pose a threat to other motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists.
There are several different types of RVs on our roads. You may see a:
- Class A Motorhome. These large vehicles provide many of the comforts of home on the road. They often look like busses from the outside and can weigh as much as 40,000 pounds.
- Class C Motorhome. Instead of the bus look, Class C motorhomes have the “home” portion of the RV attached to a truck cab and are similar to large rigs.
- Towable RV. Travel trailers are hitched to other types of vehicles, such as pick-up trucks. The large vehicles provide a lot of living space, but they also take up a lot of room on the road.
RVs are heavy vehicles and can cause dangerous accidents. Many RV drivers don't have experience with large vehicles and may not need commercial drivers’ licenses. While RVs are often the size and weight of semi-trucks or buses, some states, including Texas, exempt motorists who use RVs for personal use from needing commercial drivers’ licenses. Instead, RV enthusiasts can operate these large vehicles with their regular drivers’ licenses.
RV Accidents and Injuries
Driver inexperience or negligence can cause serious accidents, such as:
- Rollover crashes
- Rear-end accidents
- T-bone wrecks
- Sideswipe accidents
- Squeeze play accidents
The injuries sustained in these crashes are similar to those suffered in tractor-trailer accidents. Broken bones, organ damage, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, amputations, and death are all possible after an RV wreck.
Negligent RV drivers should pay for the injuries they cause. If you're hurt or your loved one is killed in an RV crash, then you may receive the following compensation through insurance company negotiations or in court:
- Medical costs
- Lost income
- Out of pocket expenses
- Pain and suffering
Call Steven M. Lee, P.C. today to schedule a free consultation and to learn more your possible compensation after a Texas RV wreck.
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