Category Archives: Truck Accident
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 »
How to Preserve Evidence After a Truck Accident in Montana
Truck accidents are often serious and life-changing. Victims who get into an accident with a large semi-truck or big rig rarely walk away unharmed. They may face a lifetime of pain and suffering, as well as disability. If you suffered an injury in a truck accident in Montana, it is important to know where… Read More »