What Happens When a Trucking Company Violates FMCSA Rules? Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations are in place to keep commercial truck drivers and other motorists safe. These regulations typically pertain to vehicle speeds, weight limits, loading and unloading procedures, and procedures for properly securing cargo onto a large commercial truck. However, serious accidents and injuries may occur when truck drivers, trucking companies, […]

Drugged Driving and Truck Accidents Large trucks that drive on the highway are already dangerous, but when you add any type of illegal drug into the mix, the risk of danger increases. The trucking industry is essential to our everyday lives as these large vehicles transport the products, items, and goods consumers worldwide need. Semi-trucks also help boost our economy […]

Why Are There so Many Truck Accidents? When traveling on a highway in the United States, you will most likely find yourself competing for space with tractor-trailers and other large trucks. Millions of truckers work every day in the United States, and it is a known fact that at certain times of the day, it is almost impossible to avoid them. Therefore, […]

Staying Safe Around Trucks It is a known fact that 18-wheelers are very high off the ground. Even SUVs and pickup trucks are not high enough to see anything more than the doors of a big rig, and passenger drivers can only see the top of the wheels if they are lucky. These large trucks are beasts on the […]

3 Things to Know About Semi Truck Accident Cases The aftermath of a semi-truck accident can be a blur of confusion, worry, and anguish. You are most likely focusing on the immediate consequences – a wrecked vehicle, often serious injuries, maybe even wrongful death. On top of all that, trucking accidents differ significantly from other vehicle crashes, adding layers of complexity to the situation. […]

What Are the Dangers of Speeding Truck Drivers? When a truck driver starts working, they should have the proper license and training to know how to drive an 18-wheeler and follow all laws on the road. This is because accidents involving big rigs are typically more dangerous than automobile accidents. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reported that more than 13 percent […]

FedEx Truck Accidents in San Antonio As the holiday season approaches, an annual surge in delivery and shipping demands places an added burden on the nation’s transportation network. A familiar sight in San Antonio during this time, the iconic FedEx delivery trucks work tirelessly to ensure your holiday packages reach their destinations on time. However, with the holiday rush comes an […]