There are more large commercial trucks on the road than ever these days. Truck drivers are under pressure and trying to maximize their time behind the wheel. Drivers may not do most of their driving […]
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Personal Injury Blog Category: Truck Accident
Truck T-bone Accidents
When commercial vehicle drivers – including tractor-trailer and big rig drivers – drive negligently, severe accidents and injuries to others may occur. One common type of commercial truck accident is a T-bone accident or broadside […]
Read MoreDump & Garbage Truck Accidents
Dump and garbage trucks are among the most dangerous vehicles on the road. Even though these trucks do not weigh as much as a fully loaded tractor-trailer, they are still very heavy. Then, the cargo […]
Read MoreThe Dangers of a Tanker Truck Accident
Fuel, chemical, and gas transport companies rely on tanker trucks to safely hold and transport hazardous chemicals and gasses across our nation’s highways and interstates. These combustible materials pose obvious safety risks to other motorists […]
Read MoreWhat Types of Injuries Do People Suffer in Truck Accidents?
Semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and other large commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds or more fully loaded. As such, they can create utter devastation and severely injure occupants of small passenger vehicles in truck accidents. […]
Read MoreWhat Can Families Do After a Truck Accident Fatality?
Getting into an accident with a large truck, such as a tractor-trailer, is a harrowing experience that can severely injure or kill the occupants of smaller passenger vehicles. When a loved one dies in a […]
Read MoreWhy the I-5 Has So Many Accidents
The section of Interstate 5 (also known as I-5 or “the 5”) that spans nearly 800 miles traveling north-south through California is one of the most dangerous roads in the United States. Although the I-5 […]
Read MoreThe Devastating Consequences of Truck Drivers Under the Influence
Driving under the influence (DUI) plagues our roads, endangering lives and causing untold damage. The problem increases when accidents involve individuals operating large commercial trucks. When intoxicated truck drivers get behind the wheel, the potential […]
Read MoreHow Can Your Lawyer Preserve Evidence for a Truck Accident Claim?
You need evidence when you have a truck accident claim after suffering injuries or vehicle damage in a crash. Your evidence could prove the truck driver’s or trucking company’s fault for the accident and help […]
Read MoreWhat Is a Trucking Company’s Responsibility to Keep Their Trucks Safe?
Assuming the trucker is at fault for a truck accident is common. However, there are other people responsible for operating a commercial truck safely. Trucking companies must maintain their vehicles, hire qualified employees, and offer […]
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