Lewisville, TX — January 14, 2026, Zachary Cabra was injured in a truck accident just before 7 a.m. in the 1500 block of North Josey Lane.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a southbound 2015 Hyundai Genesis collided with a 2025 Peterbilt semi-truck that was turning.

Hyundai driver Zachary Cabra, 33, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

The truck driver, who was not injured, was cited for turning when conditions were unsafe, the report states.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Denton County crash at this time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When people read that a truck driver was cited for making an unsafe turn, a natural question comes up: What exactly made the turn unsafe? Was it a judgment error? A visibility issue? Something mechanical? We don’t have those details yet, but the answers matter, because they’ll shape how accountability is ultimately determined.

From the limited information available, it seems the 18-wheeler was in the process of turning when it collided with a Hyundai heading southbound. Depending on whether the truck was turning across lanes or attempting a wide right turn, different legal questions arise. Was the truck obstructing the path of oncoming traffic? Did the Hyundai have a reasonable opportunity to avoid the collision? Was the truck properly signaling or using a designated turn lane? The report doesn’t tell us.

The fact that the truck driver was cited is noteworthy, but a citation alone doesn’t paint the full picture. In my experience, investigating these cases properly means going beyond the crash scene and into the cab, literally. That includes looking at black box data to determine the truck’s speed, braking and gear status at the time of the crash. In-cab cameras, if present, can help clarify what the driver saw and did before impact. Cell phone records can confirm or rule out distraction.

Then there’s the trucking company’s role. Were the driver’s qualifications and training up to par? Was the driver under pressure to meet a delivery deadline that may have influenced their decision-making? I’ve seen cases where shortcuts in hiring or supervision led directly to bad decisions on the road. In those cases, it’s not just about a single driver making a mistake; it’s about a company setting the stage for one.

Until someone conducts a full, independent investigation, much of this remains unknown. But one thing is clear: getting real answers requires digging into the evidence that doesn't make it into preliminary reports.

Key Takeaways:

• A citation for “unsafe turn” raises questions about visibility, timing and driver judgment, but those questions remain unanswered without further investigation.
• Determining who had the right of way depends on the exact nature of the truck’s turn and the Hyundai’s approach; details not yet provided.
• Black box data, dash cams and phone records are key tools for clarifying what happened before impact.
• Trucking company policies around hiring and training may also come under scrutiny depending on the driver's actions.
• A full investigation is needed before anyone can say with confidence who’s truly responsible.