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Are trucking companies ever responsible for big-rig wrecks?

Whenever serious crashes occur, the police and even the insurance companies work to figure out which driver is to blame for the collision. Typically, one or more of the vehicle operators affected by the crash will have made a mistake or violated a traffic law right before the wreck.Determining who is to blame makes it easier to file an insurance claim or to know when to file a civil lawsuit. When one of the vehicles involved is a commercial truck, that process is a bit more complex. Even if the driver is not directly to blame, sometimes, their employer could be at fault.When is a truck company possibly liable for a crash involving one of their drivers and a fleet vehicle?

When company practices contribute to the wreck

There are several situations in which a trucking company may be to blame for a commercial vehicle collision. Inadequate vehicle maintenance is one of the more common reasons. Roughly 10% of commercial vehicle crashes are the result of an issue with a vehicle itself.If a company fails to maintain its fleet properly, its drivers could cause crashes due to issues outside of their control. A business could also be to blame if it does a poor job of training its employees or requires that they violate the law by driving for longer than they should or exceeding the speed limit to get deliveries to clients on time.Exploring all of your options after a commercial vehicle wreck can help you defray the often staggering expenses involved in collisions caused by huge 18-wheelers.  

3 car features that may make driving dangerous

Today's cars are being equipped with every feature known to man – or at least that’s what it seems. Businesses and manufacturers are designing cars that are not only easy to drive and convenient for long distances but enjoyable. While a shiny new car may be the next...

Speed of medical care impacts accident fatality stats

The government is always looking for ways to reduce traffic fatalities. Roughly 40,000 Americans lose their lives every year on the roads. Changes to the law, such as the introduction of speed limits or mandatory seatbelt laws, are designed to push these statistics...

Injuries after a car accident can be hidden

Car accidents can cause significant physical injuries. When your whole life changes from a routine activity like driving, you can suffer in other areas too. Mental health trauma can be just as devastating as physical injuries. There’s no way to tell how every...

How can earbuds make road travel dangerous

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Common driver distractions that can lead to a car crash

Driving requires a great deal of focus and situational awareness of your surroundings. And while most drivers take this exercise seriously, a significant number do not. This makes distracted driving one of the leading causes of car accident-related injuries and deaths...

2 defects that contribute to car accidents

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Aggressive driving vs. road rage: What you need to know

Driving can be frustrating at times. The morning commute can be congested and driving home in the evening can be wrought with slow drivers and frustrating situations. However, when you are behind the wheel, you must keep your emotions in check. Bouts of anger behind...

Why isn’t driving getting safer?

Between 2019 and 2020, there was an increase in fatal accidents in the United States, as it went up by 7%. Between 2020 and 2021, the same thing happened, but it was even more drastic: 10%. It now appears that the same thing is happening in 2022, though the exact...

The real impact of accident-caused spinal cord injuries

Car accidents and falls are two of the top causes of spinal cord injuries. Unfortunately, a spinal cord injury can lead to a catastrophic outcome, such as paralysis. If you are involved in an accident, seek immediate medical care. Treatment options are available to...