In you suffer property damage and injury in an accident with a large commercial truck, chances are you want to be compensated by the responsible party. Truck accidents can be very complicated, however, and sometimes even determining who (or what) was responsible can be a difficult task. In order to recover in court, you will …
The Importance of Proper Truck Maintenance
Truck companies and drivers have a duty to act in accordance with federal safety regulations set out by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These regulations are in place to protect the safety of all of the other motorists on the roads and highways, as well as the truck driver himself. Among many other …
The Importance of Experts in a Car Accident Claim
When you file a personal injury claim following an auto accident and your claim goes to trial, you will have to present detailed evidence showing the other party was negligent in causing the accident and regarding the full amount of damages you have suffered. Even if your case does not go to trial, as many …
The Importance of a Black Box in a Truck Accident
Though accidents involving large commercial tucks may occur for many different reasons, the most common cause is driver error. Driver errors may include speeding, breaking other traffic laws, driving while fatigued, and much more. After an accident, chances are slim that a driver will voluntarily admit that he acted negligently to cause the accident and …
The Importance of a Truck Accident Police Report
The first priority of truck accident victims should be to seek emergency medical attention if necessary. However, if you did not suffer any serious injuries and can safely remain at the scene of the accident, you should make sure that you contact police and talk to the officers once they arrive on the scene. This …
The Importance of a Police Report in a Car Accident
Clayton County auto accident victims should collect basic information from the other driver: his name, address, phone number and license plate number, his insurance company name and the policy number. Victims should also find out if there were any witnesses and get their names, addresses and phone numbers. Accident scene photos should be taken including …
The Danger Posed by Truck Jack Knives
Many types of commercial trucks consist of a cab, where the driver sits, and a trailer that is connected by a coupling and can be removed. The coupling is hinged, which allows the cab and trailer to move independently from one another, and in turn helps avoid the trailer from rolling over onto its side. …
The Dangers of Truck Drivers Driving at Night
Accidents involving large commercial trucks can occur anytime, anywhere. Even if the sun is shining with no traffic and perfectly dry, even road surfaces, a truck driver may still make a mistake that leads to a collision with a smaller passenger vehicle. However, the risk of accident does significantly increase in adverse weather, high volume …
The Dangers of Rural Roads
When people think of dangerous roads with high risk for auto accidents, they often picture heavily trafficked city roads and highways. However, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more traffic fatalities and injuries take place on rural roads than urban roads. In 2007, over 22,000 people died in accidents in rural areas, compared …
The Dangers of Fatigued Driving
It is well-established and well-documented that driver fatigue is a leading cause of trucking accidents. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has published numerous statistics showing the dangers of fatigued driving and, as a result, has established numerous regulations regarding hours of service in an attempt to prevent accidents caused by fatigued truck drivers. …
The Dangers of Drunk Driving
Everything in life has risks, including driving out and about to work, family commitments or leisure activities. However, when possible, it is prudent to minimize risks that you expose yourself to. When it comes to driving, there are many things that you can do to minimize your risks, including: Driving during off-peak hours (before and …
The Cost of Car Accidents in Georgia
Auto accidents and collisions are the leading causes of people aged 5 to 34 and within the 10 most common causes of death to people of all ages. In the United States, over 30,000 people are killed each year as the result of car accidents. Car accidents can have serious financial consequences, and result in …
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