Insurance Policies for Commercial Truckers
Types of Commercial Trucking Insurance Policies The average 18-wheeler weighs up to 80,000 pounds. When a big truck hits a 4,000-pound car, the results can be serious if not fatal. Driving a tractor-trailer is a big responsibility because things can quickly go wrong. That’s why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) require commercial trucks […]
How Long Does It Take to Settle a Houston Truck Accident Case?
When you are involved in a truck crash, your injuries may often be serious. You want your medical bills paid and the settlement you deserve for your pain and suffering. But you may wonder how quickly that settlement can come. A big rig’s insurance company will want you to settle quickly for the bare minimum. […]
Do I Need to File a Police Report After an 18-Wheeler Accident?
If you find yourself in an accident involving a large commercial truck, it will inevitably leave you shaken – especially if you’ve suffered an injury. With this in mind, you probably won’t want to think about filing a police report and having to go through the whole experience again. Unfortunately, if you haven’t already filed […]
Can You Sue a Texas Truck Driver Over Time Logs?
Sharing the road with a big truck can be routine for some, but with a negligent driver on the road, the routine can quickly turn to danger. Did you know that if you were in an accident, you might qualify for compensation? Driver logs are one of the tools that a good attorney has to […]
Truck Accidents Caused by Detached Trailers
Whenever a big truck tows a trailer, there is always a risk of that trailer hitch coming undone or the safety chains being defective. It leads to a dangerous potential of a disconnected trailer that can cause devastating wrecks. If you sustained an injury from this type of accident, you need a good semi truck […]
4 Most Common Types of Truck Accidents in Houston, TX
Types of Truck Wrecks According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 2018 CMV Traffic Safety Report, Texas was one of the ten states with the highest average of fatal big truck crashes between 2015 and 2017. Many commercial trucks and 18-wheelers traversing the roads is a sign of a healthy economy. However, these […]
The Dangers of Hazmat Truck Accidents in Texas
What happens when a commercial truck transporting hazardous material gets into a wreck? These cases are very different from your standard 18-wheeler crash. “Hazardous materials,” as defined by the Department of Transportation (DOT), are substances that pose a high risk to public health and safety when transported, and therefore create a more devastating truck wreck […]
Federal Hours of Service Regulations to Prevent Driver Fatigue Causing 18-Wheeler Accidents
Preventing Asleep at the Wheel Truck Accidents Every driver knows how dangerous it is to drive while tired. When you are tired, your level of awareness decreases, as does your reaction time. For big truck drivers, fatigue can lead to a life-threatening accident. Trucking regulations prevent 18-wheeler drivers from getting behind the wheel while tired. […]
Truck Accidents in Construction Zones
Construction zone collisions are all too common today. When big trucks are in these areas, it can lead to disastrous and fatal consequences. Truck accidents in construction zones pose a severe threat to your safety. According to TxDOT’s 2024 crash data, Texas recorded over 30,000 large truck crashes statewide, with 39,393 total commercial vehicle accidents. […]
Are Truck Drivers Required to Keep Electronic Logs?
The truck driving industry depends on safety and protocol to avoid fatal truck accidents. So how are these big rigs regulated? One major regulation deals with the amount of time a driver can spend on the road consecutively and the length of rest they need in between shifts. For example, in Texas, big truck drivers […]