Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can have devastating consequences, leading to severe injuries, property damage, and even loss of life. Here are the five most common causes of truck accidents and the factors that contribute to these unfortunate incidents.  1. Driver Fatigue One of the leading causes of truck accidents is driver fatigue. Long working hours, tight...

Here are some of the most dangerous roads for truck drivers in Pennsylvania based on past incidents and reports.  Interstate 95/Interstate 76 Interstate 95 is one of the busiest highways in Pennsylvania and has an interchange with Interstate 76, with a high rate of accidents involving large commercial vehicles. At certain times, traffic is...

Commercial trucks often have event data recorders (EDR), commonly referred to as a black box, containing data on a truck or tractor-trailer’s physical details and performance. After an accident with a large truck, retrieving the black box data is critical because it can ultimately help prove that a trucking company or their driver was...

When a truck driver drives while tired, it can be just as dangerous as drunk driving. Sleep deprivation affects judgment, decision-making, and the body in similar ways. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that after a person goes 18 hours without sleep, they will experience similar effects as having...

Commercial trucks are made for hauling cargo, but there is a limit to what they can carry. If these limits are surpassed, the risk of an accident drastically increases. High Rollover Risk Due to their high profile and already high rollover risk, an overloaded truck is in even more danger of rolling over. Because...

A truck accident can cause catastrophic injuries, and victims are often left with not only physical repercussions but also financial. To help cover your losses, you have the right to recover damages in the form of compensation from the at-fault party. The types of damages available include the following. Economic Damages Economic damages reimburse...