Category Archives: Truck Accident
Avoiding Winter Hazards as a Commercial Truck Driver
Winter roads can be treacherous, especially for commercial truck drivers. The responsibility of maneuvering a large vehicle through icy, snowy conditions is significant, and understanding how to navigate these hazards is crucial for your safety and the safety of others on the road. Learning how to avoid winter hazards on the road is one… Read More »
What Is the Difference Between Catastrophic and Non-Catastrophic Injury?
Injuries, by their very nature, can disrupt lives, but not all injuries are created equal. The legal and medical fields categorize them based on their severity, the impact on an accident victim’s life, and the long-term repercussions. In general, injuries are broken into two categories: catastrophic and non-catastrophic. Understanding the difference between these types… Read More »
Seasonal Trends for Truck Drivers
In the world of trucking, the only constant is change. The trucking industry is dynamic and ever-evolving, heavily influenced by supply and demand. Because of this, the changing seasons play a pivotal role, impacting trucking companies, fleet owners, and truck drivers alike. After all, the need for goods and services increases around the holidays…. Read More »
Trucking Companies Often Hire Unsafe Truck Drivers
Many trucking companies hire truck drivers who were previously terminated for safety reasons. While it is important to acknowledge that not all trucking companies engage in this practice, many prioritize profits over the public’s safety. In a highly competitive industry with critical delivery schedules and profit margins, some companies cut corners by hiring drivers… Read More »
What Are the Common Distraction Factors in Truck Accidents?
Truck accidents are usually catastrophic and often result in serious injuries or fatalities. While many factors can contribute to truck accidents, driver distraction is a common cause. With so many distractions on the road, truck drivers can lose focus and cause an accident that hurts you or someone you love. Distractions for any driver… Read More »
Why Are Truck Accidents More Common During the Summer?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) classifies large trucks as commercial vehicles with a gross weight rating exceeding 10,000 lbs. Every year, approximately 4,600 fatal accidents involve semi-truck drivers, resulting in devastating consequences. These accidents also cause injuries to approximately 182,000 people yearly. The sheer size and weight of semi-trucks often cause significant… Read More »
Breaking Truck Driving Laws is Dangerous
Every day, 18-wheelers barrel down our nation’s highways, carrying with them the potential for disaster. When truck drivers violate the rules and regulations put in place by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), they jeopardize not only their safety but also the safety of everyone else on the road. The Federal Motor Carrier… Read More »
Who Can You Hold Liable After a Truck Accident?
Being involved in a truck accident is traumatic. The injuries sustained by those in the smaller passenger vehicle are often severe, even catastrophic, or deadly. After all, a fully-loaded commercial truck can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, while the average passenger vehicle weighs between 3,000 and 3,500 pounds. That’s a significant difference when… Read More »
What Makes Truck Accidents So Deadly?
Truck accidents are a severe problem in Montana. In one recent year, 1,094 truck accidents got reported in the state, resulting in 556 injuries and 23 fatalities. Unfortunately, these accidents represent a significant increase from the previous years, when 931 truck accidents occurred, resulting in 497 injuries and 19 deaths. What makes truck accidents… Read More »
Are Distracted Driving Laws Different for Truckers?
Distracted driving is quickly becoming the top cause of automobile accidents. According to the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration, in 2020 there were 3,142 deaths due to distracted driving, that accounts for 8.7% of all crash fatalities. While many states have enacted laws that put penalties into place for drivers who drive distracted,… Read More »