Driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol continues to be a huge problem in the United States, though the incidences have decreased over the years. Truck drivers are also subject to the temptations and pitfalls associated with alcohol abuse and a tough job. Commercial truck drivers deal with an enormous amount of stress and long hours on the road,…
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, you may have the right to pursue compensation and take legal action from the truck driver. Because the accidents involving large commercial trucks are so severe, it’s likely that the damage is more than the truck driver can afford. Whether your compensation comes from the driver’s savings or personal insurance, there’s a…
Truck accidents are most commonly caused by some form of mechanical error found in the truck. There are a number of basic regulations truck drivers are expected and required to follow, which are outlined to ensure the safety of other drivers, but oftentimes truck drivers fail to perform these routine checks. Failure to Maintain Tires Just as it would on…