According to the National Council on Compensation Insurance, traffic accident injuries and fatalities have dropped over the past few years, largely because unemployment means that fewer people drive to work and there are fewer trucks and shipments on the road. As the economy recovers, there is more road traffic and…
Jackknife truck accidents occur when the tractor and the trailer of a commercial truck form an “L” or “V” shape because the two components fall out of sync with each other. These types of truck accidents are often caused by: 1) Bad weather. Bad weather – such as slippery roads…
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), about 77 000 truck accidents across the country each year are caused by truck driver error. The most common errors, according to the FMCSA, are: 1) Prescription drug use. According to the FMCSA, about 26% of truck accidents are caused by…
Truck drivers face a lot of pressure on the job, and unfortunately there are news items almost every month about truck drivers who have caused a serious accident or even fatalities by falling asleep at the wheel. Fatigue-related related truck accidents in North Miami and across South Florida are a…
The majority of truck and car accidents in Miami Beach and other South Florida communities occur due to driver error. However, there are number of hazards that can contribute to driver error and can increase the risk of a traffic accident: 1) Poor weather. Inclement weather – including severe storms,…
If you have been injured in a car or truck accident in Homestead or any community in South Florida, your immediate concern will likely be your injuries and damages. However, you will also want to carefully consider your rights and your future. If you decide to file a legal claim…
Being involved in a car or truck accident in Hollywood or your Florida community is terrifying, but it is important to take a few simple precautions right away to protect yourself: 1) Contact the police and get a copy of the police report. The police investigate any serious truck or…
Being involved in a serious truck accident in Davie or your Florida community can be one of the most devastating things that happens to you. It is natural to feel frightened and upset. Due to the size and force of a commercial truck, the injuries and property damage involved with…
According to the National Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), five percent of the 3,446 commercial truck drivers in fatal collisions in 2010 were driving distracted. Since many experts believe that cell phone use was one of the key reasons behind distracted driving, in 2012 the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)…
A new study by the Accident Research Team at Volvo Trucks has found that 90% of truck accidents are caused by human error. Errors can include: 1) Speeding. Many truck and car accidents in Miami and across Florida are caused by speeding. When motorists speed, they can easily collide with…