Being involved in a big rig truck accident can be an extremely traumatic experience. These super-sized vehicles can cause devastating damage to anything they may happen to strike, especially if they are traveling at a rapid rate of speed at the time of impact. What's...
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Month: September 2015
Semi truck slams stopped pickup into ditch
Semi truck drivers are often expected to maintain very tight schedules. In order that they meet their deadlines, truck drivers may feel the need to pass others on the road. This is fine, so long as the driver makes sure to get the big picture of the road ahead....
Fatigued Truck Drivers Present Danger to San Antonio Area
Last month, five men were hospitalized after an 18-wheeler barreled into the back of their welding truck. The driver was hauling a full load of candy down Interstate 10 when he fell asleep and rear-ended the vehicle. While the Bexar County crash didn't take any lives,...
What are some defensive strategies to use near big rig trucks?
When driving on Texas highways, it is extremely common to find yourself sharing the road with large big rig trucks. Many of these trucks are carrying cargo to destinations in and around San Antonio. And while trucks perform an indispensable service, they can sometimes...
Expert says trucking industry policies contribute to accidents | The Law Offices of Tyler & Peery
If you watch the local news or read the newspaper, you may have noticed the regularity with which accidents involving big rig trucks are reported. You may also be familiar with the tragic truck crash in New Jersey in which comedian Tracy Morgan was injured and several...
Oilfield workers may face safety issues during downturn
Regarding oilfield work, when times are good, they are very good. Jobs at drilling sites can be extremely lucrative and not so long ago such jobs were plentiful. Unfortunately, the job market for oilfield workers can be as volatile as the oil market itself. This has...