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Top 7 Reasons Why Truck Accidents Are So Serious

According to the Indiana University Public Policy Institute (PPI), in 2020, Indiana registered 14,221 traffic collisions involving commercial vehicles, 90% of which involved large trucks. These accidents tend to be...

How Truck Driver Fatigue Could Cause a Serious Accident

Truck drivers often work long and irregular hours and experience driver fatigue. This impairs their ability to operate trucks safely and leads to slowed reaction times, decreased awareness, and poor...

How to Choose an Indiana Truck Accident Lawyer

Truck accidents often involve severe injuries, complex legal issues, and multiple parties, making it essential to have an experienced attorney who understands how to navigate Indiana’s legal system to build...

What Types of Injuries Can I Seek Compensation For After a Truck Accident?

As truck accident attorneys with years of experience, we've witnessed firsthand how these exceptionally dangerous accidents can cause severe, life-altering injuries. Whether you're dealing with physical injuries, emotional trauma, or...

Is Truck Driving Dangerous?

Truck driving carries inherent risks due to the demanding nature of the job and the challenges of operating large vehicles on busy roads. While it is a vital profession for...

Can I Sue for Being Hit by a Semi-truck

In the U.S., there are over 5,000 accidents involving large trucks yearly (semi-trucks involved), and sadly, occupants of other vehicles account for 70% of the fatal victims. Given the potentially...

What is a USDOT Number

A USDOT Number, mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), is a requirement for commercial vehicles involved in interstate commerce. Its primary purpose is to enforce safety standards,...

How to Report Truck Safety Violations

The FMCSA is responsible for regulating and enforcing safety regulations for commercial motor vehicles. You can file a complaint online or by calling their toll-free hotline at 1-888-DOT-SAFT (1-888-368-7238). Read...

Are Sleep Disorders Common in the Trucking Industry?

Unfortunately, many trucking companies in the United States put tremendous pressure on their drivers to meet deadlines, and sometimes the deadlines are not completely realistic in terms of safety. Christie...

How Much Is My Truck Accident Case Worth?

Experiencing a truck accident can leave victims struggling with severe injuries, significant financial burdens, and a lot of questions regarding what to do next. One question that often looms large...

Fatal Trucking Accidents Study

New Study: The Role of Trucking Companies in Deadly Accidents Every year, nearly 13 million trucks travel throughout the United States, carrying the lifeblood of the nation's economy. But this...

Why Should You Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer?

Truck accidents are a serious problem in the United States, with thousands of people injured or killed each year in collisions involving large commercial vehicles. The causes of these accidents...

What Not to do After a Truck Accident

The Do's and Don'ts After a Truck Accident Truck accidents can be some of the most devastating on the highways in Indiana. These vehicles make collisions with other cars particularly...

How to Proceed Following a Truck Accident Case?

What to Do After a Truck Accident Accidents involving commercial trucks can be catastrophic and affect your life. The sheer size and weight of these vehicles can sadly cause extensive...

What are the Trucking Laws in Indiana

Trucking Laws in Indiana Indiana plays a significant role in the trucking industry, and with this comes the responsibility to adhere to the state's trucking laws, which are in place...

When to Consult a Lawyer for a Truck Accident

Truck accidents are not uncommon on the roads and highways of Indiana, and they sadly often result in serious injuries and damages. But if you have been involved in a...

This Is Why Semi-Trucks Catch Fire

As you know, fires can be devastating and have the potential to cause significant harm to all involved. There are a number of ways in which a semi-truck can catch...

What are the Service Requirements for Commercial Trucks?

The United States federal government has put strict inspection and service requirements in place for commercial trucks in an effort to help keep road users safe from unnecessary dangers. When...

The Dangers of Tire Blowouts

What is a Tire Blowout? A tire blowout can occur when a vehicle tire tears or bursts suddenly, and typically occurs at high speeds. Keep in mind this is very...

What Is a Runaway Truck?

As you know, semi-trucks are massive and tremendously heavy. In fact, a fully loaded semi-truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds (lbs). Your passenger vehicle that weighs 3,000-5,000 lbs doesn’t...

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