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The commercial trucking industry is part of the backbone of the nation’s economy. More than 15 million trucks currently operate on United States highways. These trucks deliver goods consumers want and need, and they do so in all types of weather, including dangerous winds....
Winter is upon us and for much of the country, that means ice and snow-covered roads. Unfortunately, inclement weather will not keep millions of American workers from doing their jobs. For commercial truck drivers, navigating hazardous conditions comes with the territory. However, the data...
In a fatal accident in central Illinois, a semi-truck traveling the wrong way collided head-on with a school bus. Both the driver of the truck and a retired school volunteer were fatally injured. Several members of the girls’ basketball team, the bus driver, and...
Truck driving is a dangerous profession in more ways than one. Truck drivers control heavy machinery at high speeds for extended periods of time. A brief lapse in judgement or attention can cause a serious or even fatal truck accident. The Bureau of Labor...
The average tractor-trailer weighs between 12,000 and 80,000 pounds, which is around 25 times more than the average passenger vehicle. Because of their sheer size and power, they are harder to maneuver and stop, making them fatal weapons when involved in a crash. Truck...
The trucking industry plays a vital role in the nation’s economy by delivering goods to various businesses and warehouses across the country. In fact, over 15 million commercial trucks carry more than 70 percent of the country’s goods each year. Unfortunately, the industry has...
Due to their large size and heavy weight, trucks can cause catastrophic injuries and even death when they are involved in accidents with other vehicles. To help you reduce your risk of getting into a truck accident and seriously injuring yourself, The Cates Law...