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 »
Category Archives: Trucking Accidents
Category Archives: Trucking Accidents
How Should Truck Drivers Prepare Their Vehicles for Cooler Weather?
In certain parts of the country, the fall foliage is in all its glory, and the crisp, cool air and shorter days are a reminder that winter is around the corner. For truck drivers, this time of year presents a range of driving hazards that can increase the risk of serious truck accidents. Although many Read More »
How Will the Under-21 Commercial Driver Pilot Program Impact the Trucking Industry?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently approved a three-year pilot program that would allow drivers as young as 18, 19, and 20 to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce. Although advocates of the program say that the pilot program will address a national driver shortage issue, critics say that there are significant Read More »
How Effective is Automatic Emergency Braking at Reducing Truck Accidents?
Owing to the massive size and weight of the average large commercial truck, traffic accidents involving large semi-trucks are some of the most devastating and destructive accidents. However, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), these catastrophic and often deadly accidents can be significantly reduced if all large trucks Read More »
