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Webb Co. jury awards over $20M in Laredo commercial truck crash
Verdict is largest personal injury award in Webb County history, attorneys say
Mar. 28, 2026 at 5:03pm
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A Webb County jury awarded more than $20 million to a Laredo man injured in a 2022 crash involving a Marten Transport commercial truck. The crash occurred when the Marten Transport driver attempted a left turn from the far-right lane, leaving the plaintiff no opportunity to avoid the collision. The investigating officer assigned sole responsibility to the Marten Transport driver, who was terminated that same day.
Why it matters
The case highlights the dangers of heavy truck traffic and passenger vehicles sharing industrial routes and major highways in Laredo, a major commercial freight corridor. The large jury award reflects the severity of the plaintiff's injuries and the responsibility placed on commercial drivers in high-traffic areas.
The details
The crash occurred on February 3, 2022, at an industrial intersection in Laredo when the Marten Transport driver attempted a left turn from the far-right lane. An independent eyewitness, a commercial truck driver, testified that the Marten Transport truck signaled right before turning left, leaving the plaintiff no opportunity to avoid the collision. The plaintiff, Ignacio Salinas IV, was traveling about 30-40 mph as he approached the intersection. The investigating officer assigned sole responsibility to the Marten Transport driver and cited him at the scene, and the company terminated the driver that same day and assessed internal penalty points.
- The crash occurred on February 3, 2022.
- The case was tried in the 341st District Court from February 23-27, 2026.
- A final judgment has not been entered, and a hearing is set for March 30, 2026.
The players
Ignacio Salinas IV
A Laredo man who was injured in the 2022 crash involving a Marten Transport commercial truck.
Marten Transport Ltd.
The commercial trucking company whose driver was involved in the 2022 crash in Laredo.
Willard W. Clark III
The plaintiff's attorney who led the trial.
Judge Beckie Palomo
The judge presiding over the case in the 341st District Court.
What they’re saying
“This result isn't just about the numbers. It's a testament to holding reckless trucking companies accountable and ensuring that the residents of South Texas receive the respect and compensation they deserve.”
— Willard W. Clark III, Plaintiff's attorney
What’s next
A final judgment has not been entered, and a hearing is set for March 30, 2026.
The takeaway
The large jury award in this case highlights the importance of holding commercial trucking companies accountable for the actions of their drivers, especially in high-traffic areas like Laredo where heavy trucks and passenger vehicles share the roads. The verdict sends a strong message about the responsibility placed on commercial drivers to operate their vehicles safely and with due care for other motorists.
