If you or a loved one has been involved in an 18-wheeler truck accident, we first want to acknowledge that we understand it affects people physically and emotionally, not just legally. Trucking accidents are unfortunately quite common, with 168,320 accidents in 2022. Knowing what to do is important so that you and your loved ones can recover well and stay… Read More »What To Do After a Trucking Accident: A Step-by-Step Guide
Efficient and effective freight transportation is critical to the health of the U.S. economy. Unfortunately, due to their size, weight, and prevalence, commercial trucks also have an oversized impact on the number of serious or fatal car accidents that occur throughout the U.S. each year. It’s estimated that by 2030, commercial truck accidents will be the fifth most common cause… Read More »What Factors Determine Liability in a Commercial Truck Crash?
Commercial trucks are far larger, heavier, and more dangerous than passenger vehicles—in fact, around 74 percent of all fatal auto accidents involve at least one commercial vehicle. Because of the risks posed by large trucks, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) are charged with enacting and enforcing regulations designed to keep commercial… Read More »How New Trucking Regulations May Impact Motorist Safety
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) conducted a study on the factors that contribute to large commercial truck crashes. This “Large Truck Crash Causation Study” revealed a few interesting things: Below we discuss more about the factors that contribute to commercial truck accidents. Top 14 Causes of Commercial Truck Accidents Most truck accidents can be attributed to one or… Read More »What are the Most Common Causes of Commercial Truck Accidents?