Category Archives: Truck Accident
Which State has the Most Truck Accidents?
Every year around the country, thousands of truck accidents occur. However, they do happen in some states more commonly than in others. This is often due to the fact that states with higher rates of truck accidents have busy international ports that receive and ship products, or they are transportation hubs. So, what state… Read More »
How to Obtain Your Accident Report After a Truck Crash
There are many steps you should take after any truck accident. One of these is to contact law enforcement. After contacting law enforcement, they will visit the accident scene, question all parties involved, and write and file an accident report. This report is a very important piece of evidence in any traffic accident. It… Read More »
I-35 is One of Texas’ Deadliest Highways for Truck Accidents
Many people in Central Texas use I-35 every day but according to a new study, it is the second deadliest roadway for truck accidents in The Lone Star State. The only roadway with more fatal crashes than I-35 is Interstate 10. The Texas Department of Public Safety says one of the reasons I-35 is… Read More »
Can I Receive Punitive Damages After a Truck Accident?
The injuries and property damage in the aftermath of a truck accident are extremely serious. If you have sustained amputations, broken bones, traumatic head injuries, or other significant injuries, you may be able to obtain compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and other losses, like pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life…. Read More »
Things to Know About Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Truck Accident
When fully loaded, a commercial truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Even when a truck is not carrying cargo, the sheer size and weight of these vehicles cause some of the most serious injuries. In the most tragic of cases, victims do not survive it and family members are left grieving the significant… Read More »
Why Do Tire Blowouts Happen on Trucks?
Transport trucks and other commercial vehicles are a very common sight in Texas, and they are vital to our economy. Still, with their immense size and heavy weight, they pose a significant risk to everyone on the roads. The equipment on a truck can also cause a serious crash, including the tires. Most people… Read More »
The Timeline of a Truck Accident Lawsuit
After a serious truck accident, you may be left with serious injuries, high medical bills to treat them, and without an income to cover the cost. You may be able to file a truck accident claim or lawsuit to recover these costs and other damages (compensation), but people are sometimes hesitant to move forward… Read More »
Can You Claim Compensation if You Contributed to a Truck Accident?
Truck accidents are very traumatic and if you have been hurt in one, you may not immediately begin to question if you have legal options. In the weeks and months following the crash, though, you may start to replay it in your mind and wonder if someone else was at fault. If so, they… Read More »
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 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 »
