Underride accidents are among the most dangerous collisions involving commercial trucks. They occur when a smaller vehicle, such as a car or motorcycle, slides underneath a truck’s trailer during a crash. The results are often catastrophic, as the upper compartment of...
Truck Accidents
Types of evidence to preserve for truck accident cases
Evidence is crucial in a truck accident case, and failing to preserve it can weaken a claim. Amid the chaos in the aftermath of an accident, it might be easy to overlook preserving all types of evidence. If you have been injured a truck accident, you may ask: What...
Who is at fault if riders in a truck bed get hurt in a crash?
Sometimes, multiple people need transportation, but the only vehicle available is a pickup truck. Some pickup trucks have extended cabs that may include five or possibly six seats. However, most pickup trucks have only two or three seats in the cab. Sometimes, people...
What truck drivers cannot see can hurt you
Sharing the highways of Arizona with other drivers often means contending with massive trucks that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. As a motorist, what you do not see can be just as deadly as what you do see. When accidents occur, they can result in life-altering...
3 ways trucking companies can reduce the risk of a crash
The average collision is the result of something that drivers do or fail to do in traffic. Choosing not to stop at an intersection or failing to use a turn signal can directly lead to a preventable collision. However, sometimes the underlying cause of the crash...
PTSD after a truck accident: What to watch out for
Truck accidents can cause emotional trauma injuries like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD usually happens following a frightening or life-threatening crash. It can be debilitating and have severe effects on various aspects of your life. Various things can...
Who do you go after for your truck accident injury claim?
A truck accident could leave you with severe injuries, emotional trauma and financial burdens. Mounting medical bills, lost wages and vehicle repair costs can easily overwhelm you and your family. Financial compensation becomes crucial to cover these expenses and...
Spinal cord injuries caused by semitruck crashes
The size and weight of semitrucks make accidents involving them particularly dangerous, especially when a smaller vehicle is involved. Rollovers, jackknifing and collisions with smaller vehicles are common scenarios that can lead to direct trauma to the spinal cord....
The role of regular maintenance in preventing truck accidents
The trucking industry is integral in driving the economy and delivering goods for people’s daily needs. However, safe operations are dependent, to a large extent, on the vehicle’s condition. Thus, regular maintenance is essential. Truck owners or companies must...
Ways pedestrians can stay safe around trucks
When you're strolling or pedaling along Arizona's roads, it's good practice to maintain a safe distance from trucks and traffic. Unfortunately, huge trucks have blind spots that make pedestrians or smaller vehicles hard to see. While drivers should always be careful,...