Trucking Accidents 18-wheelers and semi-trucks are common sights on highways in Washington State. While most of the time they are safe, there are unfortunately accidents that take place, and people can be badly injured when they are hit by these much larger vehicles. These accidents often result in very serious injuries to people and damage …
Aside from needing a lawyer when you’re faced with injuries or property damage from a commercial truck accident, you’ll also need lots of evidence when pursuing a legal claim. It is crucial on your part to know how and what to look for to strengthen your case. But sometimes, finding that information and pieces of …
When a semi-truck changes lanes suddenly, they can pose a large threat to people on the road. Semi-trucks, when fully loaded, can weigh over 26,000 pounds. When they run smoothly and properly, there is no problem. However, when they collide with a smaller vehicle, they can cause enormous damage to the occupant inside. TRUCK LANE …
The highways and roads of America are filled with large semi and 18-wheeler trucks that transport hazardous materials every day. While the majority of the time these trucks transport hazardous materials without any problems or accidents, there are some instances when accidents occur and the hazardous materials that are being transported spill or come loose, …
Compared to a regular vehicle for personal use, commercial trucks are greater in size and weight, so any accident involving it will result in long-term damages and injuries that are catastrophic. If you or a family member has been involved in a truck collision and got injured, there are plenty of things you need to …
While it is true that compared to automobile drivers, truck drivers are generally much more careful, massive trucks still account to thousands of deaths and hundreds of thousands of injuries each year as per the U.S. Department of Transportation. Here’s a quick look at the statistics in numbers: 700 truck drivers including their passengers are …
When accidents with semi-trucks or 18-wheelers occur, the primary reason is the driver is simply driving too fast. Another term for this is a semi-truck that has driven too fast for conditions. If you are struck by a semi-truck or 18-wheeler truck who is traveling too fast for the road, then you may have a …
If you have been injured by a semi-truck or 18-wheeler that has rear-ended you, then you have a valid claim against the insurance company that insured the semi-truck. There are two sources of fault when there is an accident with a truck that is not your fault. It is either the driver’s fault or the …
A runaway truck occurs when a semi-truck or its trailer loses the ability to stop or keep itself under control. These are without a doubt the most dangerous conditions a driver of a car, truck, SUV, or even another semi-truck, can face on the road. These accidents are typically rear-end collisions and can lead to …
Trucking companies and their truckers are required to follow strict guidelines about their working hours. If they violate any of these rules, they are subjected to pay fines and possible civil liabilities. The federal and state governments initiate hours of service laws to avoid catastrophic accidents caused by commercial trucks due to driver fatigue. The …
Oversized trucks can be used for a variety of purposes, but they are mainly used to transport enormous pieces of equipment or pieces of steel, concrete, or other large materials used in building constructions. Oftentimes an oversized truck will have what is called a travel escort that travels in front or behind the oversized truck. …
