Few things are more terrifying than a large truck accident. The process can be made even more traumatic and stressful when you see the hefty medical bills with your name on them. In order to get your medical expenses paid for after a truck crash, the trucking...
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Truck Accidents
Alcohol and Substance Use Is a Leading Cause of Truck Accidents
Operating a big truck, such as a semi, 18-wheeler, or another commercial vehicle, is much different and more dangerous than driving a regular car. Truck drivers must undergo special training and follow federal and state regulations to maximize safety. This is one of...
Federal Trucking Requirements for Hazmat Cargo
All large trucks, such as big rigs, semis, and tractor-trailers, are required by law to comply with certain safety standards put in place by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). On top of these blanket rules, there are additional regulations that...
What Evidence Needs to Be Collected for a Truck Accident Investigation?
It’s easy to think of trucking accidents in simplistic terms. A big truck collides with a vehicle, causing injuries to the car driver and perhaps other vehicle occupants. The injured parties file claims with the trucking company to get compensated for their damages....
How Are Truck Accident Investigations Conducted?
A truck accident can be extremely traumatic and scary, but the battle doesn’t always end there. How do you find out what happened, how, and why? Law enforcement will interview any witnesses and collect evidence, but their investigation may not paint the entire picture...
FMCSA Opens New Truck Crash Study
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently launched a comprehensive study of the causes of large trucking accidents. The agency intends to use this data to further its goal of improving the safety of commercial motor vehicles and roads across the...
Tips for Driving Near a Big Rig
Driving requires every motorist on the road to take the precautions needed to stay safe and prevent accidents. When it comes to sharing the road with big rigs, 18-wheelers, and other large trucks, there are a few extra precautions that motorists should take in order...
Explaining a Jackknife Trucking Accident
Truck accidents typically cause more severe damages and injuries than normal vehicular accidents. These terrifying collisions can occur due to a variety of reasons and in many different ways, including what is known as a notorious “jackknife accident.”...
Trucking Accident Statistics
Because of the sheer size of these massive vehicles, truck accidents are some of the most devastating collisions on the road. While no one expects to be involved in one of these accidents, they are more common than you may initially believe. We gathered some recent...
What Is My Trucking Accident Case Worth?
Big rigs and other commercial trucks are larger, heavier, and more dangerous than normal vehicles. This typically means that any collision between a truck and a normal vehicle will cause severe property damage and injuries. When a truck accident was caused by the...