The Top 5 Most Common Causes of Truck Accidents

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Truck accidents are an all-too-common cause of death and injury on the roads today, with approximately 5,000 fatalities and 147,000 injuries each year. While most accidents are caused by human error, such as driving while intoxicated or texting while driving, many other factors contribute to truck accidents beyond the driver’s control. These five causes are … Read more

TRUCK UNDERRIDE ACCIDENTS

Truck underride accidents are the stuff of nightmares. These are collisions between a passenger car and a truck trailer. The gap between a trailer’s bottom and the road surface is enough for the car front to run under it. But not the passenger compartment. The impact then partially or completely shears off the car’s roof. … Read more

A Florida truck accident can involve more than just the driver

When someone in Florida is involved in a collision with a truck, the risk of injury or fatality is significant. A truck driver who negligently caused a truck accident can be held responsible, and the trucking company that the driver works for may also be considered accountable. This is because the employer typically bears financial … Read more