Most people know about the consequence of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol and how those conditions can cause accidents In Massachusetts. However, driving when drowsy can be just as devastating, especially when the tired motorist is a truck driver...
Are speed limiters coming to commercial trucking?
Every year, truck collisions in Massachusetts leave many people injured, some fatally. Rules and regulations imposed on commercial trucking companies and their drivers often intend to reduce the number of crashes. Unfortunately, speeding continues to be a serious...
Understanding the dangers of truck driver fatigue
Truck driver fatigue in Massachusetts is a huge problem in the trucking industry. Fatigued drivers are more likely to get into accidents, which can lead to serious injuries or even death. What are the main dangers of truck driver fatigue? When a truck driver is...
What evidence do you need after a truck accident?
Massachusetts truck accidents are devastating compared to passenger vehicle accidents. Usually, the car driver has extensive emotional, physical and financial damage. Commercial trucks cause more destruction than two passenger vehicles because of their size. Passenger...
How does improper cargo loading pose dangers on the road?
Commercial trucks regularly travel through Massachusetts roads. When cargo is improperly loaded, it puts everyone at risk. What are the federal guidelines on cargo loads? The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration or FMCSA requires that commercial trucks’ cargo...
What evidence is collected at truck crash sites?
The aftermath of a truck accident could be a chaotic scene. A massive truck may cause significant damage to other vehicles and nearby property along with inflicting severe injuries on victims. Massachusetts accident victims may intend to take legal action against a...
Why are big pickup trucks so dangerous?
Massachusetts streets and highways feature all kinds of vehicles traveling on their way. Pickup trucks are not uncommon sites since these models remain popular. Many pickup truck drivers like to do more than make a statement with their chosen vehicles. They rely on...
Can you sue a truck company for your truck accident injuries?
Given their sheer size and the speed at which they usually travel, semi-trucks can leave devastation in their wake when involved in an accident. Victims of these wrecks usually end up suffering serious harm as a result. Their injuries might impose severe physical...
Be aware of the dangers of driving near large trucks
As the winter holiday season approaches, Worcester residents may see more large trucks and delivery vehicles traveling down highways and through neighborhoods. These vehicles and the men and women who drive them provide an invaluable service to many and support...
Study: Frequency, severity of truck crashes can be cut right now
Because the tractor-trailers that can weigh up to 20 times more than cars are difficult to stop and maneuver, they’re the most dangerous vehicles rolling through the Worcester area on interstates and other highways. Large commercial truck accidents have soared by...
