Truck accidents often have serious consequences, not only for the truck driver and any passengers, but also for other vehicles on the road. The size and weight of trucks compared to standard passenger vehicles mean that when a truck collision occurs, it can easily trigger a chain reaction multi-vehicle pileup through the domino effect. What...
American highways are bustling arteries of commerce, with countless trucks transporting goods from coast to coast. While these massive vehicles are essential for our economy, they also pose a significant risk to smaller vehicles on the road. Accidents involving trucks can result in devastating consequences, leaving victims grappling with life-altering injuries, emotional trauma, and financial...
Truck drivers play a critical role in keeping our economy moving. However, the demanding schedule of a trucker can easily lead to fatigue, jeopardizing their safety as well as the safety of everyone sharing the road. Unfortunately, drowsy driving causes thousands of truck crashes every year. As passenger vehicle drivers, it’s important to be aware...
Unfortunately, due to their immense size and weight, semi-trucks and other types of commercial trucks tend to cause severe damage when they are involved in accidents. While truck accidents are not nearly as common as car accidents, they still happen often. There are certain types of accidents that are specific to large trucks, including: #1 – Underride...
As you may know, even the most skilled drivers can have trouble traveling through conditions of high winds. You see, strong winds can be unpredictable, leaving drivers with very few defenses against these difficult driving conditions. Keep reading to learn more about how strong winds can lead to truck accidents. Wind Can Contribute to Rollover Truck...
In order to keep the roads safe for everyone who uses them, it is critical that commercial trucks are adequately serviced and maintained. The United States federal government has set forth specific and strict requirements regarding the rigor and frequency of semi-truck inspection and maintenance records. Read on to learn more about the requirements. Title 49...
Trucks are a very necessary part of life in the United States. As a nation of consumers, we rely heavily on truck drivers to deliver the goods and materials we enjoy every day. Have you ever thought about the vast journey your products go through before they reach your home? Pretty much all of the...
