A severe truck crash can cause physical pain and confusion for everyone involved. To protect public safety, federal and state laws require trucking companies to test their drivers for drugs and alcohol after an incident occurs. These rules help determine if drug or...
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Preserving truck black box data in Prince George’s County
Commercial trucks store onboard information that can become important evidence after a serious accident. That information may show how the truck moved before impact and whether the driver followed key safety rules. Black box data may capture speed, braking and driver...
How wide turns contribute to truck accidents
Large commercial trucks need extra room to make tight turns, and that can force drivers to swing wide into nearby lanes. In busy parts of Prince George’s County, wide turns can put passenger cars, cyclists and pedestrians at risk. Primary causes of wide-turn...
How driver fatigue contributes to truck accidents
Truck drivers keep goods moving across Maryland every day. However, driving while tired can make a large commercial truck much more dangerous. In Prince George's County, driver fatigue can play a role in serious crashes. Understanding how fatigue affects driving can...
Why truck blind zones make lane-change crashes harder to prove
A lane-change crash involving a tractor-trailer can leave you injured, overwhelmed and questioning how the driver failed to recognize a nearby vehicle. Large commercial trucks have wide blind spots, often called “No-Zones.” According to the Federal Motor Carrier...
Common causes of jackknife and underride accidents in Maryland
Large commercial trucks are usually hauling cargo all across Maryland. However, their immense size and weight create unique safety challenges on the highway. Many car drivers often get into jackknife and underride accidents while sharing the road with these trucks. ...
When improper loading causes a semi-truck crash
Many commercial truck collisions often occur because drivers make the wrong choices in traffic. However, sometimes collisions occurred due to factors outside of a driver's control. For motorists operating large commercial trucks, vehicle issues that suddenly arise...
Factors that increase the risk of truck accidents
Collisions involving large trucks often result in severe damage to passenger vehicles because of the massive difference in size and weight. Given the devastating nature of these accidents, pinpointing the exact cause is the first step in understanding whether a driver...
What to do in the first 72 hours after a truck accident in MD
After a truck accident in Maryland, the first few days can be stressful and fast-moving. The steps you take within the first 72 hours may affect your medical recovery, access to important records and any future insurance or injury claim. Prioritize safety and report...
3 businesses that could be liable for a semi-truck crash
Liability for causing a crash usually falls to individual drivers. However, the situation is different in cases involving commercial truck operators. Those driving in a professional capacity are subject to different rules on the road. They may also have a degree of...
