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Semi-trucks are vehicles that have the potential to inflict a catastrophic amount of damage should they collide with another vehicle. The sheer size and weight of these vehicles allow them to not only crush cars with ease

Each year, thousands of people die in large commercial truck accidents. In 2019, there were 4,119 fatalities as a result of these crashes. 67% of all fatalities were occupants of passenger vehicles, while 16% were truck occupants.

Truck accidents caused by poor weather, such as fog and rain can cause devastating accidents that result in life-changing injuries. Commercial vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, meaning that the impact of a

The world has changed greatly because of COVID-19. With the United States in lock down for months on end and mask mandates required almost everywhere, many people are staying in their homes even past the end of

Truck drivers, their employers, and other members of the industry have strict rules and regulations to follow in order to keep the roads safe. When they’re negligent, their violations lead to avoidable catastrophic injuries and deaths.  In

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, overall traffic fatalities are becoming less frequent. However, that is no thanks to truck accidents. The NHTSA predicts an increase in truck accident deaths despite the overall decrease. When

By: Heath C. Murphy + – Personal Injury Collectively, semi-trucks travel about 140 billion miles per year, delivering goods in the United States. One-third of all U.S. semi trucks are registered in Florida, Texas, and California. Obviously,

By: Heath C. Murphy + – Personal Injury The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration[1] conducted a study which attempted to quantify all causes of trucking accidents.[1] There were more than 112,000 people injured in trucking accidents in

Collectively, semi-trucks travel about 140 billion miles per year delivering goods in the United States. One-third of all U.S. semi trucks are registered in Florida, Texas and California. Obviously, semi trucks are a necessary component of the