Drivers are responsible for driving safely and devoting their best efforts to prevent car accidents. Yet, while passengers might think this does not apply to them, their actions can make drivers get into crashes. It is true that drivers are ultimately in charge of their vehicles when they are behind the wheel. You may not realize […]
Truck drivers are just like anyone else, vulnerable to bad health conditions or contributing to their medical problems. Unlike passenger vehicle drivers, though, they are behind the wheels of large commercial vehicles that are much larger, heavier, and dangerous. When truck drivers are in bad health, can that cause truck accidents? What Are Truck Driver […]
Car accidents are still a leading cause of death in the United States due to numerous causes, including age. However, not all age groups cause car accidents equally. Some age groups are disproportionately more responsible – young and older drivers. Age alone is not responsible for car accidents, however. Numerous studies conclude that young and […]
When a massive commercial truck is involved in a truck accident with a passenger vehicle, the occupants of the passenger vehicle often suffer devastating or fatal injuries. If the truck involved is carrying a double trailer, the consequences can be particularly catastrophic. Studies have shown that accidents involving twin-trailer trucks are 11 percent more likely […]
Any time there is a maintenance issue or a part of a truck not functioning properly, there is an increased risk of a serious truck accident. A truck’s air-ride suspension system supports the truck’s load, stabilizes the trailer, allows the tires to grip the road, and helps the driver maintain control of the truck. However, […]
