Truck accidents usually occur on Maryland roads when they’re least expected. Although these situations are always dangerous, they can also be hazardous. Improperly loaded cargo can result in catastrophic injuries and even death in certain situations. Rules for cargo...
Truck Accidents
Factors leading to truck accidents
Trucks might cause a multi-vehicle collision that leaves many drivers and passengers injured. Several reasons contribute to accidents of this nature. Understanding why they happen could assist truck drivers and those in the vicinity of large tractor-trailers in taking...
What evidence do you need for your truck accident lawsuit?
Truck accidents cause some of the most severe injuries on Maryland roads due to the size of the vehicles involved. If you survived a truck accident and sustained major injuries, you may decide to pursue a lawsuit. To have the best case possible, you will need to...
Common causes of trucking accidents
In Maryland, trucking accidents pose a significant risk to all drivers on the road. Trucks are large, powerful, and hard to control in poor conditions. Truck drivers have a responsibility to take key steps to minimize the risk of an accident. Collision avoidance tips...
The top causes of truck accidents in Maryland
Trucking accidents can be devastating. Not only do they often result in serious injuries or fatalities, but they can also cause extensive damage to property. There are many factors that can lead to a trucking accident, and it's important for you to understand them so...
Teen truckers could be hitting the highways soon
Truck drivers in Maryland and around the country used to have to be at least 21 years old before they could be hired for interstate trips. However, a new infrastructure law will allow people as young as 18 to become long-haul truckers. The change to federal...
What are the dangers of overloaded trucks?
It's common to find many commercial trucks transporting goods throughout Maryland. Unfortunately, some of these vehicles may be overloaded with too many items. If this happens, it can lead to a lot of overcrowded trucks endangering the lives of other drivers and the...
Three tips to avoid truck accidents and keep drivers safe
Truck drivers transport all sorts of items throughout Maryland and the rest of the country. If you own or manage a trucking company, it's imperative to keep your truck drivers safe. Fortunately, you can achieve this important goal by following a few simple tips. 1....
How might an attorney help a truck accident victim?
A truck accident could prove devastating for victims in Maryland. Persons severely injured when a truck collides with their vehicle or strikes pedestrians may have a legitimate negligence claim. No matter how devastating the accident may be, insurance companies and...
Determining liability after a truck accident
When a tractor-trailer barreling down a Maryland highway collides with a passenger vehicle, it's likely that the occupants of the passenger vehicle will suffer greater injuries than the truck driver. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident involving a...