Truck Accidents

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has created numerous rules for commercial truck drivers. The goal is generally to reduce the likelihood of accidents and increase safety, both for the truck drivers and for those who share the road with them. One...

An injury alone does not establish who is legally responsible for a truck accident. For a successful claim, the evidence must help connect the collision to the conduct of a potentially liable party and show how the accident affected you. Documents and records created...

When a smaller vehicle slides beneath a truck trailer, it is known as an underride truck accident. These collisions can cause devastating harm because the point of impact is at the upper body and head level. Unfortunately, many people experience life‑changing injuries...

Truck drivers must follow numerous laws that don't apply to other drivers. They are subject to a much lower threshold for their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) while they operate commercial vehicles. They are subject to the federal no-texting rule that applies in...

When a motor vehicle collision involves two standard passenger vehicles, the chances are good that one of the drivers is unquestionably at fault for the incident. When a collision involves a commercial truck, validating fault and liability can become a far more...

People share the road with semitrucks daily, but many people don’t take the time to think about the dangers that come with driving near these large and heavy vehicles. These massive rigs can easily crush passenger vehicles, which means that occupants in those smaller...

In a standard car accident, determining liability is usually straightforward. However, in commercial truck accidents, Illinois law permits investigating beyond just the driver to hold other parties accountable. Identifying these parties is vital since truck accidents...

When driving around semi-trucks, it is essential to be aware that they have blind spots that are not present in smaller vehicles. Due to their size and the visibility limitations created by the trailer, truck drivers often cannot see the vehicles around them. There...

One potential reason for serious truck accidents is that they have long stopping distances. This can sometimes lead to rear-end accidents that are hard to avoid. The specific stopping distance that a vehicle has is dependent on numerous factors: The condition of the...

An accident involving a small vehicle and a truck is more likely to result in serious injuries or death. Due to the size and weight of the truck, the occupants of the small vehicle can be in more danger. So, what can cause this type of accident? Below are two common...