Category Archives: Truck Accident
Who is at Fault in a Rear End Truck Accident?
When many people think of rear-end accidents, they often imagine two passenger vehicles involved in a wreck. However, these collisions can also involve large transport trucks and in these cases, rear-end accidents are not the minor events they usually are when smaller vehicles are involved. Due to the size and weight of transport trucks,… Read More »
Strategies Insurance Companies Use to Deny or Reduce Truck Accident Claims
If you have been hurt by a negligent truck driver or truck driving company, you may be able to file a claim with the liable party’s insurance company for damages. People often think that after an accident, insurance will be available to help them recover the cost of their medical expenses, lost income, and… Read More »
Common Challenges in Amazon Delivery Truck Accident Claims
Today, online shopping is more popular than it ever has been and Amazon is the largest online retailer in the United States. With so many Amazon packages being delivered every day, by so many different drivers, accidents are bound to occur. Just like after any other type of accident, you may be able to… Read More »
What are the No-Zones Around a Truck?
The dangerous blind spots around large commercial vehicles are referred to as ‘no-zones.’ These blind spots have earned their nickname due to the fact that when smaller cars are in these areas, they can disappear from the truck driver’s view. As such, drivers of passenger vehicles should do everything they can to avoid being… Read More »
What is Vicarious Liability and How Does it Impact Truck Accident Claims?
If you are injured by an 18-wheeler due to another party’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the liable party for compensation. Truck drivers are often liable, or at-fault, for these accidents but there may be times when you can also sue the trucking company for vicarious liability. Unlike suing… Read More »
Three Benefits of Working with a San Antonio Truck Accident Attorney
Accidents involving tractor-trailers are usually very serious. They cause catastrophic injuries, and can change the lives of victims forever. Afterwards, you may face significant pain, financial hardship, and lifestyle changes. You may be able to file a claim against the liable parties to claim compensation for your losses. Unfortunately, recovering the full damages you… Read More »
What Factors Make 18-Wheeler Accident Claims More Complex?
It is natural to think that when an accident involves an 18-wheeler, the aftermath is similar to that of a car crash. Unfortunately, this is not true. 18-wheeler accidents typically involve a vehicle weighing approximately 80,000 pounds crashing into a vehicle that weighs a fraction of that, typically around 4,000 pounds. Due to this,… Read More »
Important Things to Know About San Antonio Truck Accident Settlement Agreements
A truck accident will leave you with injuries that are serious, debilitating, and life-changing. If another person’s negligence caused the crash, you may have the right to claim compensation for your injuries. Most truck accident injury claims do not end up in the courtroom. Instead, they are settled out of court, usually between the… Read More »
How to Avoid Common Mistakes After a Truck Accident
Truck accidents are far different from other collisions on the road. These accidents usually cause devastating injuries and passenger vehicles are usually a totaled (or a total loss) afterward. In addition, the victims usually suffer severe emotional trauma and life-changing injuries. If you have been in a truck accident, you may be able to… Read More »
Common Causes of Tractor-Trailer Jackknife Accidents
A jackknife accident occurs when the cab and trailer of a transport truck spin in the opposite direction so the cab faces the back of the trailer. These accidents are named after the opening of a jackknife because the cab and trailer form the same unique shape. Although technology such as trailer hitches and… Read More »