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Getting hit by an 80,000-pound commercial truck isn’t like a typical fender bender. The aftermath is more complicated, the injuries are usually worse, and proving what happened requires a completely different approach. Understanding why truck accident claims need more investigation than regular car crashes can help victims and their families navigate this challenging process. Commercial...

Multi-vehicle trucking collisions represent some of the most challenging scenarios in personal injury and insurance law. When a commercial truck is involved in an accident with multiple vehicles, determining liability becomes a complex web of legal considerations that can significantly impact compensation for victims and financial responsibility for defendants. Understanding these intricacies is crucial for...

Commercial trucks are vital for transporting goods across the country. However, these large vehicles also pose serious dangers when drivers are negligent. Truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries and wrongful deaths. If you or a loved one has been harmed by a negligent truck driver, it’s important to understand your legal options for holding...

Truck underride accidents are among the most devastating types of crashes on our roads today. An underride accident occurs when a passenger vehicle collides with the side or rear of a large truck and slides under the truck, causing massive damage. These horrific crashes often result in severe injuries and fatalities. In this article, we’ll...

An overloaded truck refers to a commercial vehicle carrying weight that exceeds legal limits or the manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight rating. Trucks can be overloaded by weight, height, width or length. Carrying too much cargo puts additional strain on the vehicle’s frame, suspension system, wheels, and brakes. Dangers to the Truck Driver Operating an overloaded...

Accidents with large trucks are exceptionally common. In 2021 alone, there were over half a million big-rig accidents in the US, accounting for approximately 9% of all crashes. This is a worrying statistic, considering how bad these crashes can be. Big rig crashes are considered much more dangerous than regular car crashes. People involved in...

Motor vehicle accidents are all too common on America’s roads, and Massachusetts is no exception. One of the worst types of road accidents is a chain reaction truck crash, as they can involve dozens of vehicles and cause significant injuries to those involved. What are chain reaction truck crashes and how do they happen? Here...

There are almost 500,000 truck related accidents every year, the consequences of which are often catastrophic for both driver and victim. Victims often suffer with long term consequences whether it is a life changing injury, or the mental toll associated with this kind of trauma. If you or your loved one have been injured as...

When most people think of motor vehicle accidents, they imagine crashes involving multiple vehicles such as passenger cars, pickup trucks, or SUVs. But there are many instances where a single-vehicle accident can lead to painful injuries and permanent disabilities for the people involved. A single-vehicle accident presents unique challenges, particularly if there is not a...