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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...

Truck accidents can be particularly devastating due to the size and weight of these vehicles, even when it comes to passenger injuries and fatalities. If the truck was being used in a commercial enterprise, then it is important to know whether you can bring a claim against the company that employed the driver and/or was...

Injury accidents are stressful and inconvenient no matter how mild the resulting injuries may be. One of the worst outcomes, however, is a fatal injury. No amount of money can truly make a family whole again after the sudden and avoidable loss of a loved one, but it can help cope with the financial impact...

It’s no secret that trucks pose a serious danger to motorists, including motorcycle riders who may be less visible to a driver. Although there are many different rules and regulations that apply to trucking operations with the intention of keeping everyone safe, countless drivers fail to comply with these laws. In some instances, they turn...

A recent study found that commercial truck drivers with three or more medical conditions double or quadruple their chance for being in a crash than healthier drivers.  The study let by the University of Utah School of Medicine found that truck drivers poor health could be dangerous not only to themselves, but to other drivers...