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...
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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...
How demanding timelines contribute to semi-truck crashes
Some people think that driving commercial trucks is an easy job. Particularly for those who enjoy driving, the idea of doing so for a living may seem pleasant. However, driving semi-trucks is a very demanding career. Commercial drivers often physically load and unload...
How the Hours of Service rules impact semi-truck crash claims
People affected by semi-truck collisions have certain rights. It is often possible to file an insurance claim. In scenarios involving catastrophic injuries or fatalities, personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits might also be an option. If the semi-truck was to...
What is truck driver non-performance in a crash scenario?
There are clear explanations for most major traffic collisions that occur. Many of them are the result of driver errors. That is true of crashes caused by commercial semi-trucks as well as wrecks caused by standard passenger vehicles. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety...
What risks do oversized or overweight trucks pose on highways?
Oversized and overweight trucks travel Maryland highways every day. While these vehicles help move goods across the state, they also create serious safety concerns. When a crash involves one of these trucks, the damage often exceeds that of a typical collision. Longer...
