Collisions between trucks and other vehicles usually become more severe based on how they happen. Still, some accidents, such as underride crashes, could have higher risks of causing fatalities. How do underride crashes happen? This type of collision usually occurs...
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Semi Truck Crashes
8 types of evidence that can support a truck accident claim
Gathering strong evidence is crucial after a vehicle crash. This evidence is especially important after an accident involving a semi-truck because these crashes can lead to particularly severe damage and injuries. What kind of evidence could support an injured...
How can poor maintenance lead to truck accidents?
While there are many factors that can contribute to these accidents, one of the less obvious but critical reasons is poor maintenance. This neglect in the upkeep of a truck can have catastrophic outcomes. How does poor maintenance contribute to truck accidents? 4...
Tips for safely sharing the highway with big rigs
Over 12 million large commercial vehicles – including semi trucks and buses – are registered across the United States. While large trucks account for just 4% of all vehicles, they are involved in 9% of all fatal motor vehicle crashes, according to the National Safety...
El aspecto más peligroso de pasar un camión en la autopista
Un accidente que involucra un camión es casi siempre mucho más devastador que un choque entre dos autos, debido al peso y tamaño del camión y la fuerza con que golpea. No es de extrañar que a muchos conductores le da miedo pasar los camiones en la autopista. Es...
Maximize your compensation in a truck accident case
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another driver, you can hold that negligent driver liable for your damages. This is the basic premise behind most personal injury lawsuits involving motor vehicle accidents. However, depending on the circumstances of...
Federal court upholds trucking regulations
A recent federal court case brought against regulations adopted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) highlights the link between highway safety and hours spent on duty or behind the wheel. Challenge focused on hours-of-service In 2020, the FMCSA...
Cement truck causes massive traffic problems on I-5
There are many different types of motor vehicles on Seattle’s busy roads and highways. Recently, a cement truck rolled over on I-5 during morning rush hour traffic, causing numerous delays and backups. After flipping over into traffic, the cement truck spilled some of...
Is sleep apnea the hidden cause of truck accidents?
Sleep apnea is a medical condition. Those afflicted with it experience frequent and chronic interruptions to their sleep – throughout the night, their breathing literally pauses. The pauses may last as long as 10 seconds or more and occur as many as 400 times in a...
The danger of truck accidents
In most American cities, including in Seattle, Washington, it is common to see construction work, which usually involves several different types of vehicles, including cement trucks and semi-trucks. If an accident occurs between a car and a truck, the results can be...