Truck accidents are unlike any other mishaps on the Texas highways. They happen for a wide variety of reasons, and truck driver error is not always the cause. While drivers are responsible for inspecting loads before and during transit, they commonly are not the...
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Driver fatigue and truck accidents
As the name suggests, large trucks are bigger and heavier than everything else on the road. That can be a problem for drivers in Texas, should they have an accident involving one. One of the biggest problems in the trucking industry is driver fatigue. Although there...
Lawmakers act to lower tractor-trailer speed limits
Truck drivers in Texas and around the country work on tight schedules, which encourages them to drive at speeds that are not always safe. Speeding can lead to dangerous truck accidents. The speed limits in Texas are the highest in the country, which could be a reason...
The deadly force of truck accidents
When a traffic accident happens involving a truck or 18-wheeler, the massive size of the vehicle can contribute to catastrophic injury and death. A fully loaded commercial truck can weigh up to 40 tons, compared to 2 tons for the average passenger car. When the truck...
Truckers limited in driving time by Texas and federal rules
Texas commerce relies heavily on the trucking industry. Semi-trailer trucks, often called “big- rigs,” are used to transport oil from the well-head to the refinery, and more trucks are used to transport a variety of petroleum products to distributors. Over-the-road...
Why truck drivers should not text while driving
Truck driver distraction can result in serious accidents on our roadways. To protect drivers and passengers on shared roadways, truck driver distraction is prohibited. It is important that truck driver distraction is taken seriously and that victims of truck driver...
Hours of service rules designed to prevent fatigued truck drivers
When people drive their vehicles in Dallas it is important that they follow the rules of the road and avoid distractions. This is particularly important for truck drivers. The trucks they drive are so much larger than the other vehicles on the road that even if they...
The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Truck Accidents
Texas is a major shipping hub for getting goods to the rest of the country. That means an endless stream of fully loaded 18-wheelers on our roads, at all hours of day and night. Unfortunately, that means we face a higher risk of truck accidents that drivers in certain...
Personal habits can play a role in safe truck driving
In any job, people perform better when they are well rested — from professional athletes to doctors. As a truck driver, your body will thank you if you take care of it and your driving skills can be top-tier. Not taking proper breaks, drinking very little water...
Reasons to Consult a Truck Accident Attorney
Trucking accidents often result in serious personal injury, severe property damage, and even wrongful death. If you or a loved one were recently involved in a trucking accident, you need to find an experienced truck accident lawyer in Dallas—the quicker the better, as...