Truck driver fatigue is a major factor in roadway accidents, often leading to devastating consequences. Commercial truck drivers often spend long hours behind the wheel, sometimes pushing their limits to meet tight deadlines. When they become fatigued, reaction times slow, concentration decreases, and the risk of a serious crash gets worse. Fatigue-Related Truck Accidents Fatigue contributes to a significant number of truck accidents each year. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), driver fatigue is one of the leading causes of crashes involving large trucks. Studies [...]

What is the longest road trip you’ve ever taken? Most folks who go on a family vacation might clock five to seven hours of driving time before pulling over to spend the night. Truck drivers are allowed to drive up to 11 hours each day with just a 30-minute break. Why would they put themselves through such strenuous conditions? For a truck driver, it’s all about racking up the miles, making a delivery, and picking up the next load. Because of this solitary life, truckers are at a [...]

The good news for Nevada drivers is we are on the list of the states with the lowest percentage of large trucks involved in fatal crashes. The rate is just 7%, according to the National Safety Council. Unfortunately, any truck accident can lead to catastrophe for anyone involved. If you’ve been involved in an accident with a truck, there will be a lot to sort through, starting with whoever was at fault. If it can be established the truck driver was driving negligently, you are entitled to pursue [...]

A tanker truck spill is going to mean delays. That was certainly the case in a recent accident outside of Vegas involving a tanker truck that spilled over 1,000 gallons of fuel, forcing the closure of all northbound lanes on I-15.   While delays like these aren't welcomed, they are a more favorable outcome than a tanker truck colliding with another vehicle, resulting in serious injury or a fatality.   An accident with a tanker truck can lead to devastating injuries for motorists and their passengers. These kinds of accidents [...]

After any type of accident, the insurance companies of the policyholders will be notified.   That’s especially true with an accident involving a truck. Not only will the truck driver’s insurance company be notified, but also the trucking company’s carrier. Representatives from those companies will start to reach out to you.   When you are fielding calls from insurance adjusters, even those who seem friendly, you want to protect yourself at all costs. This is a confusing and vulnerable time. How you respond can have a major impact on what [...]

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there were 156,553 large truck accidents throughout the United States in 2023. Those affected have the right to pursue compensation if there were injuries and damages. While many trucking companies act ethically and responsibly, others employ questionable practices to minimize their costs and push accident victims into difficult situations. When an unscrupulous trucking company is involved in an accident, they often try to avoid paying the victims. Unfortunately, some companies use a variety of tactics to reduce or eliminate their financial [...]

A negligent driver, carrier, truck manufacturer, and a government agency or contractor are some of the potentially liable parties in Uber Freight accidents. A rigorous investigation is required in most Uber Freight accidents to determine what took place and why. A comprehensive analysis of the evidence may demonstrate that multiple parties are liable for the accident. Potentially Liable Parties in an Uber Freight Accident Driver An Uber Freight accident may occur due to a driver’s negligent actions like speeding, drunk driving, fatigued driving, or distracted driving. In such a [...]

Making quick lane changes, moving too fast in response to changing conditions, tailgating, running yellow lights, and overtaking other vehicles are examples of dangerous maneuvers that elevate the risk of trucking accidents. These careless maneuvers are already disastrous when performed in small passenger cars. They are likely to cause more catastrophic accidents when performed by huge trucks. Common Dangerous Maneuvers That Truckers Make Making Careless Lane Switches Switching from one lane to another while operating a fully loaded commercial truck is riskier than doing the same in a [...]

Each year, more than 200 deaths are linked to underride crashes. Many of these fatalities could have been prevented if large commercial trucks were required to be equipped with side and front underride protection. Deadly Underride Crashes When large trucks are not equipped with side and front underride protection and they collide with smaller vehicles, passenger cars can slide partially or completely underneath the trailer. Underride collisions are some of the most deadly types of crashes, accounting for approximately 25% of fatalities from truck-involved accidents. A crash with [...]

When a FedEx truck causes a crash, the driver, FedEx, the contracting company, and even the vehicle manufacturer may be held liable for injuries and losses. In some cases, victims can recover compensation from a combination of negligent parties. FedEx trucks are routinely involved in crashes with passenger cars, motorcycles, and pedestrians that result in injuries and fatalities. FedEx Crashes on the Rise The FedEx Corporation, based in Memphis, Tennessee, is the second-largest courier company in the United States. FedEx delivers more than 15 million packages to customers [...]