The hours of service (HOS) regulations were established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to prevent devastating truck accidents caused by drowsy driving. Unfortunately, driver fatigue has been a serious problem among truck drivers who are under a great deal of pressure to deliver a wide range of goods to customers across the Read More »
Category Archives: Trucking Accidents
Category Archives: Trucking Accidents
How Do the New Securement Rules Help Prevent Truck Accidents?
Imagine driving behind a massive commercial truck that is transporting a full load of lumber when suddenly, the cargo comes loose, and a 10-foot log falls off the truck. One unsecured log can cause the entire load to shift and come loose. Whether it is one log that comes loose, or the entire load, the Read More »
What Are the Most Common Causes of Truck Accidents?
With accidents involving massive commercial trucks, there is rarely such a thing as a minor fender-bender. In fact, truck accidents often cause major property damage, devastating injuries, and tragic fatalities. Usually it is the occupants of the passenger vehicle involved in the accident that suffer the most severe injuries, if they are lucky enough to Read More »
How Do I Hold a Truck Company Liable for a Truck Accident?
There is no question that commercial truck accidents are some of the most devastating and destructive accidents, given the size, weight, and sheer force of these massive big rigs. It is usually the occupants of the passenger vehicle involved in the accident who suffer the most severe, often fatal injuries. The costs associated with these Read More »