Tractor-trailers are enormous pieces of machinery. They can be more than 70 feet long, and they can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. When they’re involved in an accident with a passenger vehicle, injuries can be catastrophic or even fatal. Determining Liability These types of accidents can be legally challenging. Determining…
Although the economy is booming across Texas, an unfortunate side effect has been a rise in truck accidents. Part of the reason behind the increase is simply that there are more trucks on the road due to growing industries in the region, including oil and gas. When you add in…
Texas roadways are traveled by 18-wheelers, tanker trucks, dump trucks, garbage trucks and other large and heavy trucks. Given the size and weight of these trucks, truck drivers and the companies that they carry goods or materials for have a legal duty to be free from carelessness and negligence. If…
Many drivers purchase sport utility vehicles (SUVs) because they feel safer inside of them compared to a passenger car. When weather conditions become dangerous, they might feel safer, even when the SUV driver is driving in adverse weather and traffic conditions. It’s all a misconception though. SUVs are not really…
It is estimated that there are 17 million people who suffer a traumatic brain injury each year. If you are involved in an accident with an 18 wheeler, your chances of having a traumatic brain injury or other head injuries increases immensely. If you or a loved one has been…
Road accidents are an unfortunate but inevitable part of life. Every single day, it seems there is an accident that results in injuries, property damage and even fatalities. Many of these incidents involve trucks and drivers who are impaired while behind the wheel. In addition, 44 percent of fatalities stemming…
Many people wonder whether they should hire a McKinney, TX truck accident attorney after they have been involved in an accident. It is possible for you to pursue a claim without an attorney. However, it is not a good idea to do that. The average person does not have the…
Our economy depends on large trucks to move goods. If you latterly bought something from a grocery or appliance store, it likely got there via truck. However, the prevalence of those large vehicles has negative consequences as well—serious traffic accidents. Fatal truck accidents are a part of the truth during…
Transport vehicles like 18-wheelers play an integral role in helping companies and organizations ship heavy duty goods from one location to another. That said, the sheer size of these 18-wheeler trucks often contribute to the cause and severity of truck accidents. If you or a loved one has been involved…
Every day, tractor trailers and large trucks are hauling heavy loads on Texas highways and freeways. These commercial big rigs are carrying everything from construction materials and vehicles to toxic chemicals. The cargo these 18-wheelers are hauling can become deadly weapons when not adequately secured. If you or a beloved…
