Tag Archives: Trucking Accidents
Seven Steps to Protect You in the Event of a Truck Crash
Driving in the company of tractor trailers whether on the New Jersey Turnpike or a county road can be intimidating even for a skilled motorist. Following common-sense safe driving practices will greatly decrease your chances of avoiding a crash with… Read More »
7 Tips for Truck Drivers to Avoid Car Collisions
With more than 70% of the nation’s freight shipped via commercial truck carriers, today’s truck drivers are literally driving the U.S. economy. Jobs in this profession have never been in more demand, with abundant opportunities to work at some of… Read More »
A Car Driver’s Guide to Sharing the Road with Big Rigs
A whopping 70% of all goods consumed in the United States are moved by trucks. Consumers, retailers and other businesses rely on big rigs and their drivers to transport everything from baby food to medical supplies throughout every step of… Read More »
Did a Trucker Fall Asleep Prior to a New Jersey Truck Accident?
The South Brunswick Patch recently reported on a New Jersey truck accident where the trucker involved fell asleep behind the wheel prior to the wreck. Reportedly, the incident happened in South Brunswick on Rt. 522 at the Stouts Lane intersection…. Read More »
Five Things You Probably Never Knew About Truck Accidents
According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, more than 333,000 truck-related collisions were reported last year alone. Semi-trucks regularly weigh between 15,000 and 20,000 pounds. This is why it takes trucks three times longer to come to a… Read More »
Responsible Parties in Truck Accidents
Truck accidents in New Jersey and across the U.S. are grim realities. The features of an 18-wheeler and its massive size typically lead to devastation when these semis are involved in a collision with a passenger vehicle. But, when these… Read More »
What To Do When You Are in a Trucking Accident
If you are involved in an accident with a semi, 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer or other large truck, your first concern should be the safety and physical condition of your passengers and yourself. These accidents are usually very serious and often even… Read More »
Suing a Commercial Truck Company for Your Accident
If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident that resulted in injury or death, you have the legal right to pursue monetary compensation for your damages and losses. These types of lawsuits are typically extremely… Read More »