A basic rule of safe driving is that you do not exceed the posted speed limit. Commercial truck drivers have the same obligation. In fact, they must take special caution with their speed or they could cause a devastating crash. Truck drivers must not only be conscious...
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Trucking Accidents
Why do tractor-trailer brakes stop working?
Because tractor-trailers can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, brake failure often leads to catastrophic consequences. For example, according to reporting from NBC News, four people died in Colorado recently when a truck slammed into stopped traffic after its brakes...
Bicyclists should be aware of these large truck blind spots
Every motorist on the road, particularly those professionally driving large commercial vehicles, has a responsibility to uphold safe driving practices for the good of everyone. That said, bicyclists must also do their part to protect their own safety and prevent...
How does a truck’s size impact the possibility of an accident?
When you share the road with a variety of different types of vehicles, you may encounter situations that are unsafe. A large truck pulling up alongside you or trying to overtake you while driving could be one of those situations. Understanding why a truck's size can...
Understanding the rules governing truck accident lawsuits
A substantial number of freight hubs in Texas means that large rigs share the roads and highways with other motor vehicles daily. Recent data from the National Safety Council shows that Texas has more truck crash-related fatalities than any other state. To gain...
What are some common distractions that influence truck crashes?
When you share the road with trucks, you may begin to feel overwhelmed at how large they are and how powerful they can be. The size of these vehicles can contribute to the damage to your vehicle if they crash into you. One of the most common sources of crashes is...
What do you know about treating seat belt contusions?
After getting into an accident with a commercial truck driver, you must treat several injuries to recover fully. While a contusion from a seat belt may not top the list of harm you endured in the collision, you still deserve to know how to treat it. Fairview Health...
What makes a truck driver an independent contractor?
A truck plowed into you recently, injuring you and damaging your vehicle. The truck company says the driver operates as an independent contractor rather than a traditional employee, and that you have a case with the trucker rather than the company. Indeed explains the...
What are some common causes of truck accidents?
As you travel down the highway, you may notice a truck swerving wildly or changing lanes without warning. This kind of behavior can lead to a truck crash. Learning about the most common causes of these crashes can help you if you sustain injuries in one. Fatigue and...
Truck driver shortage may lead to higher accident risk
Truck drivers are an essential part of the American economy. Large truck drivers transport necessary goods across Texas and throughout the United States. According to the American Trucking Association, an increased shortage of truck drivers may lead to distribution...