American pickup trucks are getting larger every year. With this rise in size comes an increase in traffic accidents involving these big pickups. Larger bodies mean more prominent blind spots, and pickups are no different from large commercial trucks and buses in...
Truck Accidents
Truck accidents and holding a negligent party liable
It is difficult to travel on major roadways in Massachusetts and elsewhere without encountering a semi-truck or tractor trailer. Because these large vehicles are heavily relied on for transports and shipments, interstate and intrastate routes are made throughout the...
What are some of the top causes of truck accidents?
Driving around large trucks makes many drivers nervous. The large size and weight of trucks means it’s often more difficult to drive near them or maneuver around them. There are many common causes of truck accidents on the busy roads of Massachusetts. But what is one...
Aggressive truck drivers are a danger to you on the road
Most people do not like driving around large trucks on the busy roads and highways of Massachusetts. Although you may do what you can to avoid driving too close to trucks, sometimes truck drivers are aggressive and this behavior can put you in danger. Additionally,...
Truck rollover crash in Foxborough injures two
Massachusetts roads and highways are filled with large trucks that can cause serious injuries if they are involved in an accident. This is especially true on major highways that run through the state such as I-95. This was illustrated recently in a crash in Foxboro...
Stats show truck accidents are on the rise
Drivers in Massachusetts should be aware that truck accidents are very much on the increase. A release of the latest statistics shows that highways in the state are more dangerous than ever. These new studies reveal that accidents and fatalities involving drunk,...
Drowsy driving in Massachusetts during daylight saving time change
Daylight saving time (DST) forces people to move their clocks forward by one hour, giving more sunlight hours during the waking day. Because driving at night can be hazardous, some evening commuters appreciate the extra daylight. However, with an earlier start in the...
Truck accident lawsuits depend heavily on regulatory reports
The federal government regulates the trucking industry due to the traffic dangers posed by commercial vehicles to motorists in Massachusetts and around the country. A commercial truck accident triggers multiple responses from law enforcement and industry regulators....
Truck accidents vs. car crashes
Defensive drivers are the type of motorists who want to avoid accidents on Massachusetts roads. A closer view of accident statistics shows that differences exist between various vehicles regarding collisions. For example, accident data examining pickup trucks versus...
The dangers of drowsy truck drivers
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...