Truck Accidents

In most professions, people are going to be paid by the hour. A worker in a warehouse might make $20 an hour, for instance, or they may be put on salary for a set amount of money every pay period. For truck drivers, however, the system of payment can often be very...

Truck drivers have a dangerous job. In addition to driving large vehicles with heavy loads, they also work long hours. Spending a lot of time on the road can also mean that drivers do not get the sleep they need. While they have specifically regulated breaks, they may...

Semitrucks are subjected to specific limits for the weight, height, and length of the cargo they’re transporting. When any of these are greater than the allowed limits, a permit is needed that outlines the specifications for the transport. This may include things like...

Accidents involving unsecured cargo are not uncommon, and you need to be wary of the risk of such incidents -- especially if you are driving close to large commercial trucks. Its cargo can weigh several tons, and if it is not well secured, the safety of both the truck...

Tanker trucks haul liquids around the country. People usually see this type of semitruck trailer at gas stations delivering fuel. It’s imperative that the drivers of these rigs understand the safety features of them as well as the safe operating procedures when they...

Commercial trucks are big for an obvious reason. Their size reflects the economy of scale for modern surface shipping. The more that they can haul at once, the less shipping costs for a company will be. Large trailers are more efficient than using smaller vehicles...

Collisions involving commercial trucks are often catastrophic. There is typically significant property damage as well as severe injuries.  However, it is not just the collisions between vehicles that put people in danger. Cargo spills can also threaten the safety and...

We are all familiar with the devastating impact of a trucking accident. Most victims in these crashes rarely walk away without at least one severe or catastrophic injury. Often, victims suffer multiple injuries, each one with the capacity to be life-changing. One...

Commercial truck rollovers are one of the most visually dramatic kinds of crashes you can witness. It is also a crash that has the potential to involve other vehicles. It could affect multiple lanes of traffic or even cause damage to businesses and homes near the...

Winter in Virginia can bring miserable weather and plenty of precipitation. Even if the rain and sleet don't turn to snow or freeze on the road surfaces, wet and slick pavement can still be quite dangerous for drivers. For most drivers, the biggest risk will be...