The height, weight, and velocity at which large trucks and 18-wheelers habitually travel can cause a lot of damage in the event of an accident; this is why truck drivers have a legal responsibility to commit to safe driving practices whenever they are on the road.
In fact, there is a specific set of rules that truck drivers are expected to follow in addition to the standard rules of the road everyone is expected to abide by. Truck drivers are...
Trucking accidents can be catastrophic when they occur, but can luckily be mitigated by proper attention to safety on behalf of both the truck drivers and trucking companies. Most truck drivers are experienced individuals dedicated to safe driving conduct; however, it is not uncommon for trucking companies to pressure their drivers to break safety regulations in the interest of increased profit. Cutting corners is one of the biggest ways that...
Considering the size, weight, and relative velocity of large trucks and 18-wheelers, it is not surprising that the trucking industry is held to a stricter minimum regarding safety rules. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issues a list of regulations that truck drivers and trucking companies must follow and enforce; if a truck driver or company fails to comply with these regulations and an accident occurs, the driver and...
With the COVID-19 pandemic came many restrictions, including the way goods are purchased. Groceries and other items which would traditionally have been purchased in store have seen many people ordering online as a result of social distancing restrictions and health concerns. With online orders comes the need for those ordered goods to be shipped all over the country. The trucking industry was already essential to the infrastructure of the United...
Trucking accidents are the most deadly accidents on the road. Thankfully, there are federal laws designed to protect both the truck driver as well as everyone else in smaller cars and trucks. For example, a trucker is required to get adequate rest before they get in their 80,000 pound vehicle and drive it past other drivers going 70 mph down the highway. For contrast, a compact car only weighs around 2,979 lbs. Truly, these semi trucks are a...