Truck Accident Blog
Posted on Sep 21, 2012
When a postal worker in Manhattan crashed into a bicyclist on a congested road, the results were horrific. The cyclist, a State Supreme Court special referee, was crushed when the truck rolled on top ...
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Posted on Dec 8, 2009
HometownStation.com reported that a large truck jackknifed on the I-5 South early Monday morning, resulting in closure of two lanes for several hours. Authorities were able to open the lanes before ...
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Posted on Dec 1, 2009
BaltimoreSun.com reported today that a man died early this morning in a truck accident on a local freeway. According to the news report, the 62-year-old victim was killed when his pick-up truck ...
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Posted on Nov 25, 2009
The Associated Press reported today on a semi-truck accident that occurred in Missouri. According to the news story, the accident occurred this morning and involved 45,000 pounds of hydrochloric acid. ...
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Posted on Nov 24, 2009
SunTimes.com reported that a Florida truck driver was cited after allegedly causing an eight vehicle collision in Monee, Illinois. In this case, the truck driver failed to reduce his speed and was ...
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Posted on Nov 18, 2009
SignOnSanDiego.com reported today that a truck driver driving a meat truck in Balboa Park was injured when his vehicle flipped. According to the report, a government van struck the truck, causing it ...
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Posted on Nov 12, 2009
If you have lost a loved one in an accident involving a large truck, you could be legally entitled to receive compensation for the financial and non-financial losses you have suffered as a result of ...
Continue reading "Wrongful Death in San Diego Truck Accidents" »
Posted on Nov 11, 2009
An "underride" accident occurs when a passenger vehicle or other smaller vehicle somehow collides with a larger truck. Because these large trucks have a much higher carriage than the average vehicle ...
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Posted on Nov 4, 2009
If a truck driver is using illegal or overly aggressive tactics in his or her operation of the large vehicle, it can result in a dangerous and even deadly accident. Swerving, cutting other drivers ...
Continue reading "Aggressive Driving - Causes of San Diego Truck Accidents" »
Posted on Nov 3, 2009
After you have been involved in a truck accident, you should first ensure that you and any other individuals who could have been hurt receive the proper medical care. After you have received necessary ...
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Posted on Oct 28, 2009
When a truck driver does not get enough rest or drives too many hours without rest, he or she puts other drivers on the road at great risk. A truck driver is already at a disadvantage when it comes to ...
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Posted on Oct 27, 2009
Trucks are much higher and heavier than your average passenger vehicle. This great weight combined with the height of the trailer can cause maneuverability issues that result in dangerous tipping and ...
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Posted on Oct 21, 2009
Accidents involving large trucks (semis, 18 wheelers, tractor trailers) can be physically devastating. A large commercial vehicle weighing upwards of 80,000 pounds can destroy a smaller car or cars on ...
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Posted on Oct 20, 2009
Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, can be very serious. It is a common injury resulting from car or truck crashes. If the victim of an accident is struck violently or receives some sudden or forceful ...
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Posted on Oct 14, 2009
Large trucks carrying heavy loads are much more difficult to safely drive and manuever. If the truck driver is at all inattentive in driving his or her truck, it can result in devastating injuries and ...
Continue reading "San Diego Truck Rollover Accidents" »
Posted on Oct 13, 2009
SignOnSanDiego.com reporter Debbi Baker posted a story online today about a truck accident that occurred earlier this week. Both the passenger and driver were injured when the truck accidentally drove ...
Continue reading "Truck Accident Passenger Survives Cliff Fall" »
Posted on Oct 7, 2009
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration was established within the United States Department of Transportation in January of 2000 to help ensure safety and prevent accidents, injuries and ...
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Posted on Oct 6, 2009
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, it is very important that you take the necessary steps to ensure that your legal rights are protected. With the help of an experienced and ...
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