According to Consumer Shield, the US has seen between 140,000 and 165,000 semi-truck accident in recent years, with trucks involved in just 6% of fatal crashes. Large truck accidents can injure road users, damage property, and contaminate the environment. These accidents contribute to immense financial losses to trucking companies and their insurers. Texas truck accident … [Read more...]
How Trucking Regulations Impact Kansas City Truck Accident Cases
The interplay between trucking regulations and Kansas City truck accident cases is a complex, yet under-discussed, topic that merits our attention. These regulations, which are designed to uphold safety standards and enforce compliance among drivers and companies, have a significant role in shaping the outcomes of these cases. When a violation occurs, it not only triggers legal … [Read more...]
Some Rule-Breaking Actions by Truck Drivers that Lead to Accidents
Truck accidents can cause serious injuries, damage, and even death. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) CRSS and fatality analysis, trucks accounted for over 6% of all fatal vehicle accidents in the U.S., even though they only make up 4% of all registered vehicles. Many of these accidents occur because truck drivers break the rules of the … [Read more...]
Violating Hours of Service Rules: The No-No for Truck Drivers
The saying "time is money" is especially true for truck drivers, who are responsible for delivering goods and products across long distances. However, this need to keep up with schedules can sometimes lead to the dangerous practice of violating hours of service rules. Truck accidents caused by exhausted or overworked drivers have become a rising concern in the transportation … [Read more...]
