Monthly Archives: December 2024
What Causes Tractor-Trailer Jackknife Accidents?
Tractor-trailers are made up of many different systems and parts but two of the main ones are those that are visible: the cab and the attached trailer. When a truck is operated properly, the cab and trailer move together in sync. On the other hand, though, when something goes wrong, the cab and the… Read More »
What to Do After a Truck Accident Causes Hazardous Materials to Spill
Tanker trucks transport many different types of shipments in the United States. They carry diesel, food grade bulk, gasoline, specialty chemicals, and more every single day. As the transportation of goods only continues to increase, there have also been more tanker trucks on the roads. When these vehicles are involved in a crash, these… Read More »
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Truck Accident
In recent years, the likelihood of being involved in a crash with a commercial truck has significantly increased. In fact, since 2009 there has been a 52 percent increase in truck accidents, according to Policy Advice. This percentage encompasses all types of truck accidents, including hit-and-runs. These types of accidents have also increased. According… Read More »
What Highways Pose the Highest Risk for Truck Accidents in Texas?
Texas has a vast highway network and every year, more than $1.2 billion tons of freight are moved on them. Not only are the highways in Texas some of the busiest in the country, but they are also some of the deadliest. It is important that all motorists in The Lone Star state are… Read More »
