The logging industry in Alabama is bustling, and thousands of trucks roll down the rural state highways daily. Unfortunately, if an 18-wheeler logging truck collides with you, the results can be life-altering. Understanding your rights after a severe accident is...
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Weather risk looks different for commercial trucks
Weather affects every driver. Commercial trucks face distinct hazards due to various factors that are inherently different from traditional vehicles. This can include weight, length, cargo dynamics, stopping distance, elevated center of gravity, air brake response and...
Who can be held liable for a commercial truck accident?
If you have been involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler in Alabama, or across the border in Georgia, you are likely facing a long recovery. However, truck crashes can be more complex than a conventional car crash because the person behind the wheel is rarely the...
How can drivers reduce their risk of a semi-truck crash?
Collisions are often the result of one driver's mistakes. Crashes involving larger commercial vehicles are among the most dangerous wrecks. Those in four-wheeled passenger vehicles cannot control what drivers operating 18-wheelers and other commercial trucks do on the...
Top 3 causes of fatal trucking accidents in Alabama
Big rigs transport goods across Alabama highways every day, sharing the road with various motorists. When crashes involving these massive vehicles occur, the size and weight difference often leads to catastrophic outcomes for everyone involved. Understanding what...
Safe driving tips when sharing the road with large trucks
Truck accidents remain a serious risk on Alabama’s roads. Although large trucks power the economy, their size creates unique dangers for other drivers. Understanding how trucks operate can keep you, your passengers and others safe when you share the road with these...
Safe commercial trucking in Alabama: 3 things to know
Trucking is an important part of Alabama's economy. It facilitates the movement of goods across the state and beyond. Although important to the state’s success, these trucks also pose unique dangers. There are many safety regulations that are meant to reduce this...
Could you be sharing the road with a semi-truck that cannot safely stop?
Due to their massive size and weight, it is essential for large commercial vehicles to have working brake systems. Defective or poorly maintained brakes can make it significantly difficult for large trucks to stop when they need to, putting other drivers and their...
3 types of weather that increase the risk of a semi-truck crash
The weather has a direct impact on traffic safety. Certain types of weather may increase the likelihood of motor vehicle collisions. Any crash is cause for concern, but a crash involving a semi-truck has the potential to be particularly severe. The size and design of...
What causes underride semi-truck crashes?
There are many different types of car crashes that occur with some frequency. A distracted driver might rear-end someone who stops at a crosswalk. A driver turning left at a busy intersection could end up in a T-bone collision, especially if they don't use their turn...
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