Side Guards on Big Rigs Can Save Lives
The unfortunate reality of our current urban infrastructure is that cyclists and sometimes even pedestrians are often forced to share the road with semi…
“Chameleon Carriers” Create Higher Risk of Truck Crashes
Drivers of passenger cars and large trucks alike are being put at risk for a deadly trucking accident thanks to trucking companies that change their names…
Hit by a Truck Driver? They May Have Broken Rules and Regulations
More than 3.5 million people are certified professional truck drivers in the United States. A vital part of our economy, these drivers’ main responsibility is transporting freight in tractor trailers from…
The Dangers of Oversize Truck Loads
At some point, every driver has seen a truck bearing the bright yellow and black “oversize load” banner and carrying…
Illegal Truck Stops Can Cause Accidents and Endanger Lives
If you’ve ever seen a truck parked for the night in the emergency shoulder area of a highway, you might…
Truck Inspection Exemptions Could Lead to More Crashes
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the government agency responsible for regulating the trucking industry and protecting the…
Speed Limiters Could Reduce Truck Crashes and Save Lives
In August 2016, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposed a law that would require large trucks and…
Who Is Liable in a Trucking Accident, the Trucker or the Company?
After an accident with a commercial truck, you might assume that you can hold the trucking company accountable for the injuries and damages you have suffered. On the surface, this makes sense — companies are generally responsible for…
Why Deadly Truck Crashes Happen
Deadly truck crashes are an all-too-common occurrence in the United States. The competing priorities of truckers, shipping companies, trucking industry lobbyists, and…
The Most Wanted Safety Improvements in Trucking
Every two years, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) releases a list of its “most wanted” safety improvements for the…