Commercial truck drivers and trucking companies have a duty to keep their trucks properly maintained through frequent inspections in order to meet the regulations imposed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Likewise, the manufacturers who supply truck... Read More >
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Most Common Causes of 18 Wheeler Accidents in Houston
Each year, thousands of automobile occupants are injured or killed in motor vehicle accidents involving a large truck, an 18-wheeler, or another commercial vehicle. While the average car weighs somewhere around 4,000 pounds, an 18-wheeler can weigh anywhere from 35,000 to 80,000... Read More >
Understanding the Truck Driver’s Duty to Secure the Load
A commercial truck driver is responsible for many things when they climb behind the wheel. One of the most important is making sure to secure the load. A shifting load in transit may not only damage the cargo but also can result in an uneven weight distribution making the... Read More >
Side Underride Accidents and Guard Nonuse as a Basis for Liability in Truck Litigation
What is a Side Underride Accident? A side underride accident is a wreck between an 18-wheeler and another vehicle where the vehicle collides with the side of the 18-wheeler and goes under the trailer of the truck. This type of accident often results in the sheering of the top... Read More >
The Dangers of Distracted Driving by Commercial Truck Drivers
Distracted driving is dangerous whether the vehicle is a passenger car, a motorcycle, a bus, a large truck, or another type of commercial motor vehicle. However, distracted driving by commercial truck drivers can present an increased risk. Large trucks and buses are much... Read More >