Among all types of vehicular accidents, those involving trucks tend to be the most severe. Trucks are not only traveling with hundreds of pounds of product on their vehicle, but the vehicle itself usually weighs over 30,000 pounds. The impact of a truck accident is enough to leave an individual ... [Continue Reading]
Trucking accident injury law
What is the Number One Cause of Truck Accidents?
Driver fatigue is an extremely common problem in the trucking industry. A study done by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration found fatigued drivers are the #1 cause of truck collisions. When these tired and overworked truck drivers cause accidents, as you may know, ... [Continue Reading]
Commercial Truck Accidents are Among the Deadliest Types of Automobile Accidents
A tragic truck accident occurred just a few weeks back leaving three people dead and one critically injured. The accident involved a semi tractor-trailer and a 2012 Chevrolet passenger car. The occupants who didn’t survive the accident were 19-year-old Julius J. Green, Precious M. Horace, 19, and ... [Continue Reading]
18-Year-Olds Now Allowed to Drive 18-Wheelers
Last year, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, which monitors safety regulations for the trucking industry introduced a three-year pilot program to allow 18-21 year-old drivers haul large trucks and tractor trailers across state lines. Why is this considered a good idea? According to ... [Continue Reading]
Cars Have Gotten Safer. Have Trucks?
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has reported that over the past few decades cars have gotten safer and fatalities have gone down. This trend can be linked to advances in safety features, such as airbags, electronic stability control, and anti-lock brakes, among other technical ... [Continue Reading]
3 Reasons To Go To Jury Duty
Juries are an important part of the justice system in America and a pillar of our democracy. Our constitution guarantees citizens receive a fair trial that is overseen by an impartial jury. Not only does this create confidence that our laws will apply equally to all, but this is also ... [Continue Reading]
What Is A Life Care Plan?
For the severely injured, a Life Care Plan is a detailed assessment of the severely injured victim’s needs. It should take into account: Current and future medical needs: Things like cost of medication, specialized furniture, assisted living professionals, rehabilitation expenses ... [Continue Reading]
What To Do If You Were In A Truck Accident
Several parties can be held liable for a single truck accident. If you have been injured in a trucking accident, one of the first things you must do before bringing legal action against someone is ensure that you have identified all parties responsible for the accident. If you fail to sue the ... [Continue Reading]
