Truck accidents might lead to terrible crashes that cause fatalities. Accident victims might feel rage at the driver involved in the collision and want to pursue a legal claim against them. Ultimately, personal injury lawsuits require proving someone's negligence. An...
On the roads of Ohio, trucks are some of the most potentially dangerous vehicles that you will encounter. Because trucks have so much mass and speed, accidents involving trucks can be very risky for truck drivers as well as others on the road. Most common reasons...
If you've ever experienced a truck accident, then you probably know that they can be devastating. Here are a few common types of truck accidents that occur on the road. Common types of truck accidents Jackknifing is one of the most common causes of crashes; they occur...
A reversing commercial truck accident occurs when a truck driver fails to follow procedure while backing up, causing damage or injury to other vehicles, drivers or pedestrians in the process. Drivers of commercial vehicles are professionals who hold specialized...
Because of the size and weight of a semi-truck and its load, crashes involving these large vehicles can be devastating. In the aftermath of a crash, people may be left wondering why this accident occurred. What commonly causes trucking accidents? Issues With The...
You may enjoy watching television crime shows and not even give a second thought to when an explosion occurs as part of the action. However, in real life, when explosions occur, people’s lives are changed – often forever. You may suffer serious burns from an...
Leaders of trucking companies have an obligation to ensure their commercial drivers are healthy enough to drive safely. After all, poor health may cause a truck driver to lose control of his or her vehicle. Because semitrucks weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, a...
While commercial truck drivers typically receive accident-avoidance training, truck accidents happen at an almost alarming rate. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports an average of 500,000 truck accidents every single year in the U.S. If you sustain...
In an effort to promote road safety and driving efficiency, the Federal Highway Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation awarded a $4.4 million grant to the Ohio Department of Transportation. ODOT has plans for a project called DriveOhio I-70 Truck...
Air brake systems have become more common in the commercial trucking industry in recent years, but unfortunately, these brake systems are prone to failure. When air brakes fail, it increases the chances of a trucker being unable to stop when necessary, posing a threat...