Evidence can disappear quickly after a semi-truck wreck. Once the vehicles leave the scene of the accident, it can be difficult to prevent the truck company from destroying or losing evidence that may be necessary to building your case against them. But choosing to hire a truck accident attorney immediately after a wreck gives your […]
When you go on road trips or drive late at night to reach a destination, you may choose to pull into a hotel to find somewhere to park and sleep for the night. But have you ever passed a truck stop at night, saw that every spot was full, and wondered what happens to truckers […]
The search for the right attorney after a truck wreck can be difficult. You need to do the proper research to ensure the attorney is highly qualified to handle your case and achieve the outcome that you deserve. But when you find an attorney who seems like the best choice for your case, you need […]
Earlier this year, President Trump signed an executive order emphasizing a renewed focus on roadway safety. An additional executive order was signed in March that designated English as the official language of the United States. These orders led to the creation of new guidelines to strengthen the enforcement of English language regulations for commercial truck drivers. […]
The trucking industry has a plethora of rules and regulations they must follow to ensure drivers are safe on the roads. When truck drivers or commercial motor vehicle carriers refuse to follow those regulations, there can be devastating repercussions. Following a wrongful death or catastrophic industry caused by a truck accident, you may be focused […]
Truck drivers often make strenuous and long-distance journeys to ship goods from one place to another. These demanding schedules require drivers to take breaks at certain times and meet the terms of federal hours-of-service regulations to ensure they are capable of safely operating large trucks. But mandated breaks mean truckers need access to safe and legal […]
Following a devastating truck accident, one of the first things on your mind may be hiring an attorney to take on your case. While it is crucial to hire an attorney with truck accident law expertise, your attorney should not be the only person working on your case. In fact, the best attorney for you […]
While driving on I-70 in Wayne County, Indiana outside of Richmond on Veteran’s Day 2020, James Alcorn was killed due to a hidden shipping defect that caused large pipes to fall from a semi-tractor trailer. After the pipes fell from the trailer, the semi driver stopped in the passing lane on the highway. Accident reconstruction found that […]
When you have been in a truck accident, it is important to hire a qualified attorney to help you get the settlement you deserve. However, there may be attorneys you do not know who approach you and try to take you on as a client. It is important to understand that this is personal solicitation, […]
Truck drivers travel all across the country to deliver goods on time. In order to meet the demands of their schedules and ensure they drive safely, truckers need places to safely park and rest. However, the current national truck parking shortage can have dangerous consequences that affect everyone on the roads, not just truck drivers. […]
