Semi-trucks are powerful and efficient when used properly. They can transport large quantities of raw materials or consumer goods to various domestic locations. Unfortunately, their presence on the road also creates an increased likelihood of major motor vehicle...
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2 ways oversized vehicles make the roads more dangerous
Large vehicles are very popular in America right now. Many people are just commuting almost every time they drive, with only one person in the car at a time, but they still buy massive pick-up trucks and SUVs. Unfortunately, it is everyone else who pays the price for...
Are self-driving trucks creating new collision concerns?
The roads in Texas feature a variety of safety hazards. There's quite a bit of commercial traffic traveling from south of the border into the rest of the United States and from one coast to the other. Texas is a hub for manufacturing and energy production, so many...
Semitruck crashes: Causes and preventative measures
Semitrucks carry goods around the country, but that vital service doesn’t come without risks. These large vehicles are a danger to smaller vehicles because semitrucks are so much heavier and larger. Understanding the more common causes of semitruck wrecks may help...
Sleep apnea and truck accidents
Texas roads get a steady traffic of fully loaded trucks. This can mean other vehicles on the state’s roadways are at risk of dangerous trucking accidents. This is especially true when truck drivers are battling fatigue and drowsiness, due in large part to the odd and...
5 Things to do immediately after a commercial truck accident
While driving in Texas, you might be involved in a motor vehicle accident with a commercial truck, such as an 18-wheeler. Any car accident, especially involving a commercial vehicle, can feel overwhelming and traumatic, but staying calm and following these five tips...
How to prevent commercial transportation accidents
Commercial transportation accidents, such as those involving trucks, buses and trains, can result in serious injury and loss of life. Texas companies can take several measures to prevent these types of accidents. Regular maintenance Commercial vehicle operators and...
How poor air brake maintenance can lead to truck accidents
Truck accidents can devastate Texas roads and everyone traveling on them. Poor air brake maintenance is a major cause of these incidents. Why are commercial trucks so slow to stop? Commercial trucks are huge and take longer to stop than cars. This is due to the design...
How to Proceed with a Personal Injury Lawsuit after an 18 Wheeler Crash
Surviving an 18 wheeler crash is nothing short of miraculous. But it also comes with huge medical bills. And if you’re like most people, you don’t have money lying around to pay them. What you need is a personal injury lawyer to help you get the money that you...
Big Rigs, Big Lawsuits: 5 Things You Need to Know about 18 Wheeler Crashes
You’re heading down the highway at 80 mph. The roads are slicker than usual due to rain over the last few days. Then the 18 wheeler in the lane next to you blows a tire and slides into your lane and across the highway unable to stop. Colliding with an 18 wheeler is...