There is no doubt that America has a drug problem. Millions of people struggle with addiction. Their addictions not only affect their lives, and their family's lives, but the problems that go with addition often spill over into their professional...
Do I Need a Truck Accident Attorney for My Case?
When a person is injured in an accident that is caused by the negligence of another party, Virginia law allows them to pursue damages against that party for the losses those injuries have caused. One of the most complex types of vehicle accident...
Brain Injuries and Truck Accidents
According to national statistics, there are more than two million people who suffer some type of brain injury every year. One of the main causes of brain injuries is vehicle accidents. While many people recover from their injuries, there are also...
How Will Federal Government Address Truck Driver Shortage?
In order to drive a tractor-trailer or other type of large commercial truck, the driver must possess a commercial driver’s license (CDL). The CDL is issued by the driver’s home state after he or she has passed rigorous testing requirements....
Why Jackknife Accidents Involving Tractor-Trailers are so Severe and Cause so Much Damage
Jackknife accidents are a type of tractor-trailer accidents in which the trailer of a truck skids and swings out to go past the cab, as the truck slows down. The two still connected parts resemble a jackknife handle and blade, forming a V at a...
Evidence Needed to Have a Viable Injury Claim in a Trucking Accident
Conclusive evidence is an elusive but vital prerequisite to establish fault in an automobile accident. Unfortunately, if you are the victim in a car or trucking accident, identifying and gathering evidence on your own can be an extremely...
6 Common Causes of Commercial Trucking Accidents
An average passenger vehicle weighs in at roughly 4,000 pounds as against a big commercial truck that can weigh over 30,000 pounds. The weight and size of commercial trucks, along with the high speeds on the highways and other differences in...
Tractor-Trailer Causes Chain Reaction Crash; Three Dead
There has been much controversy regarding the use of “chutes” during highway construction. Chutes are the temporary lanes created by concrete barriers that diverts traffic away from the normal lanes that are closed due to construction. But...
Virginia Truck Accidents and Crush Injuries
While any type of vehicle accident can result in serious to severe injuries, accidents involving tractor-trailers and other types of commercial trucks are historically more catastrophic. This is because of the size and weight of the truck,...
Study Finds Women Drivers Safer Than Male Drivers
The majority of commercial truck drivers in the United States are male. However, according to a recent study, male truck drivers are much more likely to be involved in a crash than female truck drivers. According to the study, which was conducted...
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