Blog: Truck Accidents

On a low-visibility Monday morning in late October, nearly 170 vehicles were involved in a series of car crashes while crossing Lake Maurepas on Interstate 55 in St. John the Baptist Parish that killed seven people and injured 63. One of the vehicles was a tanker truck carrying what state troopers described as a “hazardous …

Truck accidents in Alabama occur for many reasons, primarily when truck companies or their drivers fail to follow the law. If you or a loved one is involved in a truck accident in Alabama, you may be entitled to compensation. However, it is imperative to understand the truck accident laws in Alabama to make informed …

Numerous elements determine truck accident settlements and verdicts; hence these cases are relatively complex and high-value. Victims face innumerable hurdles when seeking compensation, and it’s easy to make mistakes that could affect your claim. The best way to go about the settlement process is to seek guidance from an attorney who understands such cases deeply. …

Overloading a truck is dangerous because it increases the risk of crashes. According to the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine, truck overloading is one of the most common preventable causes of 18-wheeler wrecks. Despite laws regulating the size and weight of the load a truck can carry, some drivers and trucking companies ignore …

Although the trucking industry is vital for our nation’s economy, these oversized vehicles are not without their issues. In fact, when these vehicles are involved in an accident, they have been known to result in catastrophic repercussions, causing over 4,000 deaths in just one year. Yet, what makes this situation even more overwhelming, is not everyone …

Determining who is liable for unsecured cargo crashes can be challenging. Improperly secured or unsecured cargo in a delivery van, tractor-trailer, or other work truck can shift and cause an accident or spill onto the roadway. Other vehicles may get hit by the truck or run into cargo.   If you were hurt in an accident …

Situated on the Gulf Coast between Texas and Mississippi, there are a number of geographical advantages for companies here, and the state’s economy depends on the ability of commercial trucks to transport goods throughout the region, as well as from the ports to other parts of the country. Unfortunately, where there is truck traffic, there …

On Alabama Roads: What to Do After a Commercial Truck Accident Commercial truck wrecks are different in some ways than car wrecks. Knowing the proper steps to take if you get into a truck accident on an Alabama road or interstate highway through Alabama can not only save lives, but also make any legal issues …

Commercial trucking is a booming business in the United States. According to the most recent data from The American Trucking Association, the industry set a new record in 2014 by generating $726.4 billion in revenue. In 2015, the number of truckers on the road increased to 3.5 million – a jump of nearly 3 percent …

The numbers don’t lie: 18-wheeler accident fatalities are on the rise in the United States. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 3,660 people died in large truck wrecks in 2014. This was the highest death toll since 2008. The vast majority (68%) of these casualties were occupants in passenger vehicles. Fortunately, you can …

Tractor-trailer trucks and other large commercial vehicles are often equipped with several computers that collect data and help the trucking company track service hours, monitor driving, and otherwise oversee their drivers and trucks. When it comes to accidents, these computers—especially the “black box” that records what happens to the vehicle and its components—can help the …

The top priority of every driver should be safety. This is particularly true for commercial truckers whose vehicles are up to 30 times heavier than passenger cars. Unfortunately, tractor-trailer accidents are alarmingly common in the United States. Large truck wrecks killed 3,660 people in 2014 and injured thousands more. In addition to the loss of …

In an effort to reduce the number of truck accident fatalities, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration introduced the Hours of Service Regulations, which limit the number of hours commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers can operate their vehicles within certain time frames. Despite these laws, which went into effect in 2012, the truck crash fatality …

When a semi-truck collides with a car, the outcome is often catastrophic. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), tractor-trailer trucks can weigh as much as 30 times more than passenger cars. It is no surprise that a truck crash of this kind can cause severe injuries or death. According to the U.S. …

Due to their size and weight, a crash with a truck is likely to end with serious injuries or fatalities. Although 18-wheelers are now manufactured with advanced safety features, truck accidents continue to cause an alarming number of traffic deaths every year. According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, more than 4,100 people died …

Two people were airlifted to UAB Hospital after a three-vehicle crash involving a log truck. According to The Anniston Star, the accident happened on U.S. 78 just before 7 a.m. The two victims who were airlifted were 22-year-old Trent Jackson and his grandmother, Nell Jackson. Trent Jackson was released from the hospital with a broken …

Driving a truck is a dangerous way to earn an income. Traveling long hours on unfamiliar roads, often through adverse weather is not exactly a safe way to make a living. It should come as no surprise, then, that semi-truck drivers cause an alarming number of wrecks. Due to the size and weight of 18-wheelers, …

A three-vehicle crash on U.S. 61 that left one man dead has resulted in the arrest of the dump truck driver who allegedly caused the wreck. According to WBRZ2, 26-year-old Deante Dixon now faces charges related to failure to stop at a stop sign and negligent homicide. The crash happened at the intersection of U.S. …

A crash on U.S. 80 between a Mack tractor-trailer and a 2013 Ford pickup caused the death of 60-year-old Dallas Hamilton. Hamilton was driving the Ford. The tractor-trailer driver did not sustain injuries. According to WRBL, the semi-truck caught fire after the collision. Emergency responders blocked U.S. 80 while they attended the scene. How Common …

A crash involving an Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office inmate transport van and an 18 wheeler left five people injured, including one deputy and four inmates. According to Myarklamiss.com, the accident happened in Monroe near Millhaven Road and I-20. Law enforcement officials reported that the semi-truck rear-ended the transport van. All five victims were transported to …

Commercial truckers are among the most experienced drivers on U.S. roads. Most of them undergo comprehensive accident-prevention training. Unfortunately, fatigue, complacency and driving in unfamiliar territories can be a recipe for disaster. In 2014, there were more than 430,000 large trucks involved in crashes in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety …

A child sustained injuries and two other people died in a devastating accident involving a dump truck on U.S. 78. According to AL.com, the dump truck caught on fire and its driver sustained fatal injuries. The 17-year-old driver of the other vehicle died at the scene. According to reports, the teen was not wearing a …

A truck driver was hospitalized with serious injuries after a wreck on Interstate 10. According to the SunHerald, the man was driving a pest control truck in the eastbound lane when it left the road and rolled several times. Police closed the interstate for 45 minutes while emergency workers attended to the scene. The Department …

Commercial truckers are among the most experienced drivers on Mississippi roads, but they are not immune to accidents. In fact, 3,964 people in the United States lost their lives in large truck crashes in 2013, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. If you drive a commercial truck or SUV, these six tips can …

Commercial trucks carry more momentum than passenger vehicles. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, trucks often weigh 20 to 30 times more than passenger vehicles. As a result, the force of a crash is likely to cause serious injuries and fatalities. In 2014, there were 2,485 passenger vehicle occupant deaths resulting from truck …

Although high-speed accidents tend to cause the most damage, a minor fender-bender can still injure the neck, spine and head. This is especially true in crashes that involve commercial trucks. Truck accidents are more common in Mississippi than many people realize. In 2012, 6.4 percent of vehicles involved in fatal crashes were large trucks, according …

Truck accidents can cause devastating property damage and debilitating injuries. Unfortunately, these crashes may be on the rise. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the number of fatal truck and bus wrecks increased by 3 percent in 2013 compared to the previous year. There were 73,000 trucks involved in injury crashes. Due to …

It is no secret that truck accidents can cause devastating injuries. According to the United States Department of Transportation, 3,964 people died and 95,000 were injured in crashes involving large trucks in 2013. Many of these victims faced exorbitant medical bills; some had to take weeks or months off work to recover. Even the safest …

I was hurt in a car crash with a semi-truck on the Mississippi River Bridge in Baton Rouge recently. I know I need an attorney, but I’m not sure what kind. Are there different types of injury attorneys? How will I know if I’m hiring the right kind? Yes, there are different types of injury …