Do You Need To See A Doctor After Your Accident? Many times, truck accident injuries are painfully obvious, but they can also be temporarily masked by the rush of emotions and adrenaline following a truck accident. In such situations, you might not realize you need medical treatment. However, knowing when to see a doctor after…
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The Most Dangerous Highways in the U.S.
More than 30,000 people are killed in road crashes across the United States annually, says a study by the Association for Safe International Road Travel. Dangerous highways can certainly contribute to this number, though this is especially true when a large truck or commercial vehicle is involved. GeoTab also recently conducted an experiment to determine…
Read More »Tesla Semi Truck Challenges
Tesla Inc. may have new plans to develop an electric semi-tractor, which could revolutionize the trucking industry in years to come. But what do commercial transportation companies think about the announcement of the Tesla Semi launch? Not Ready for the Long Haul At first glance, the idea of bringing an electronic big rig to long-distance…
Read More »Determining Fault After a Truck Accident
If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you know what an expensive and inconvenient experience it can be. This is especially true if the wreck includes a truck or commercial vehicle. A truck’s size, velocity and speed all have a significant impact on the severity of personal injuries and property damages that result from…
Read More »How Left-Hand Turns Affect Road Safety
Think about the last time you saw a UPS truck. Did it make a left-hand turn? Probably not, but do you know why?
Read More »Lack of Truck Drivers Could Lead to More Accidents
It’s a well known fact that trucking and commercial vehicle accidents are not only common, but also extremely deadly, with more than 3,850 people losing their lives in 2015 due to collisions with the massive automobiles (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety). Though a crash can arise from almost any type of preventable action, from speeding…
Read More »Side Underride Collisions: When Will Congress Act?
One Of The Most Lethal Truck Accidents Known as one of the most tragic and deadly types of accidents happening on the road today, side underride crashes kill more than 200 people each year (NBC News). Trailer with underride guards vs one without If you have lost a loved one in a side underride collision,…
Read More »3 Spring Cleaning Tips to Increase Driver Safety
Spring has sprung; is your vehicle ready for the change in season? You may be excited for warmer temperatures and roads free of snow, but if your vehicle isn’t properly prepared, you could be at a higher risk for an accident. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, about one in 10 highway deaths occur in…
Read More »Distracted Driving: The Myth Behind Multitasking
Did you know that April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month? Distracted driving comes in a variety of forms, and usually happens when a driver attempts to “multitask” while operating a car. Texting while driving is by far one of the most common examples of this. While this isn’t new or shocking information, you may be…
Read More »Are Elderly Truck Drivers Causing More Accidents?
According to a recent study conducted by CBS News, from 2013 to 2015, more than 6,636 trucking accidents involving elderly drivers were reported. The article also noted that within the past three years, there was a 19 percent increase in accidents combining both commercial truck and bus drivers who were in their 70s, 80s and…
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