Category: Truck Accident
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What Happens if a Truck Company Violates FMCSA Rules?
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is responsible for regulating the trucking industry and enforcing the rules and regulations meant to prevent serious truck accidents. Unfortunately, some trucking companies violate these rules, which can increase the risk of a catastrophic truck accident. When…
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Trucker Path Introduces Truck Stop Safety Feature for Women
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In partnership with the American Trucking Association’s Women in Motion group, technology vendor Trucker Path announced enhancements to its transportation network application to identify comfortable and safe truck stops for women truck drivers. Women in Motion (WIM) promotes and supports the advancement of women…
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Mount Vernon Highway Bridge Permanently Damaged by Non-Regulation Truck
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The Georgia Department of Public Safety reports catastrophic damage to the Mount Vernon Bridge after being struck by a tractor trailer last week. The truck, carrying an excavator, was attempting to pass beneath the bridge while traveling on Interstate 285. An inspection revealed the…
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Why Is Proper Training So Important for Truck Drivers?
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Truck accidents cause some of the most destructive accidents due to the massive size and weight of a commercial truck compared to the average passenger vehicle. Unfortunately, not all trucking companies are diligent about providing the training necessary to safely operate a fully loaded…
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Who Is Responsible for a Truck Accident Caused by an Improper Load?
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When a massive, fully loaded commercial truck is involved in an accident, it can cause devastating injuries and property damage. In most cases, the occupants of the passenger vehicle involved in the accident suffer the most catastrophic injuries. Too often, these severe and often…
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Do Truck Drivers Display Aggressive Driving Behaviors?
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A truck driver engaging in aggressive driving behaviors like speeding, tailgating, or cutting off other drivers can increase the risk of a severe truck accident. Unfortunately, truck drivers sometimes drive aggressively to meet tight delivery deadlines. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
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Are Underride Guards Mandatory In Georgia?
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An underride accident with an oversized truck can be traumatic, leading to life-changing injuries, fatalities, and totaled vehicles. It happens when a smaller vehicle crashes into the back of a commercial truck and slides underneath. It can get caught and dragged, or the top…
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How Is Fault Determined in a Truck Accident Case?
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People injured in truck accidents frequently make insurance claims, and when another party is found to be at fault, claimants may receive considerable settlements or be awarded damages in court cases. These kinds of claims tend to be more complicated than other kinds of…
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How is The Lawyer Fee for a Truck Accident Case Determined?
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If you are trying to find the best lawyer for a truck accident case, you will want to ask a lot of questions during the initial interviews. It is natural – and important – for potential clients to wonder about how much they will…