Truck accidents often result in serious injuries, expensive medical treatment and major property damage. Because commercial trucks are much larger and heavier than passenger vehicles, these collisions can create long-lasting physical and financial challenges....
Truck Accidents
Truck driver distraction and stopping distances
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration makes it very clear that truck drivers should typically not use mobile phones behind the wheel. They are not allowed to use handheld devices. In some cases, they can use simple hands-free systems so that they can still...
How fatigue contributes to semi-truck crash risk
Many semi-truck collisions are the result of operator errors. Drivers maintain inappropriately high speeds or get too close to other vehicles in traffic, leading to a crash. There are a variety of risk factors that may increase the likelihood of a semi-truck...
Immediate steps to take as a victim of a truck accident
Truck accidents often cause severe injuries and significant disruption to daily life. Because commercial trucks are much larger and heavier than passenger vehicles, collisions can result in complex legal and medical issues that require careful attention from the...
Truck drivers are not allowed to use handheld devices
Distracted driving is a major issue for all motorists and often leads to serious car accidents. One of the most common forms of distracted driving is cellphone use, whether that involves texting while driving or using a phone for other purposes, such as streaming...
Why some companies advise drivers to avoid left turns
Some delivery companies have taken steps to control the way that drivers operate their vehicles. One notable step is that these companies instruct drivers not to turn left. This does not mean that they never do it, but simply that they should avoid it and take another...
Determining “future damages” in a catastrophic truck crash claim
When a massive commercial truck hits your family car, it is not just a fender-bender; it is often a devastating, life-altering event. If you or your loved ones are facing a permanent injury – like a traumatic brain injury or paralysis – your most pressing worry is not...
Evidence that can prove a spinal cord injury due to a truck crash
A collision with a commercial semi-truck unleashes a colossal and often life-altering force, far exceeding that of a typical car accident. The massive size and weight disparity can increase the risk of a spinal cord injury (SCI). Diagnosing an SCI can be complex as...
Semitruck crashes can have multiple causes
Sharing the road with semitrucks is a part of daily life for many people, but that doesn’t mean that it’s always safe. These tractor-trailer rigs are much larger and heavier than regular passenger vehicles. When a semitruck and a vehicle collide, the devastation can...
Investing in guards can prevent deadly underride crashes
Semi-trucks are so large that they often cause catastrophic collisions. The difference in size between a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle creates a situation where the smaller vehicle and its occupants face far more risk than the commercial truck and its operator....
