When Unsecured Cargo Becomes Deadly Debris

Victims of trucking accidents often suffer severe injuries and disabilities that require long-term medical care, so maximizing compensation for an injury claim will ensure better treatment and faster recovery. Maximizing a Truck Accident Claim After a trucking accident, taking certain actions to support an injury claim can maximize compensation for damages. Many commercial trucking accidents […]

Labor Day partygoers in Chicago are encouraged to use a designated driver to ensure they make it home safely, but studies reveal that selected drivers may not be staying sober. Designated Drivers Should Not Drink Designated drivers should be chosen based on complete sobriety. Instead, many people choose their designated drivers based on who in the […]

To keep riders safe, Uber recently unveiled a new safety alert system that reminds riders to check their Uber driver’s identity before getting in the car. Will the Uber Safety App Protect Riders? In the last few years, Uber and Lyft have experienced numerous complaints from passengers about their rideshare drivers and safety. Many complaints […]

Trucking jackknife accidents are usually caused when a commercial truck skids because of a sudden stop due to traffic conditions, unsafe road conditions, and mechanical problems. Jackknife Accidents are Often Fatal A large commercial truck “jackknifes” when the cab of the truck moves in one direction and the wheels on the trailer move in another […]

Over the course of a long driving history, usually 50 to 60 years, an average driver is likely to be involved in at least three to four car accidents. Most accidents do not result in fatalities, but injuries and property damages are likely. What are the Odds of a Car Accident? According to the National […]

Graduation weekend poses injury risks from alcohol, drugs, and car crashes for teens. Parents and teens should be alerted to safety tips that prevent serious accidents and injuries. Staying Safe for Senior Graduation High school graduation is packed with social activities like senior prom, parties, and road trips that create special memories for teens. Unfortunately, […]

Commercial truckers are often pushed to dangerous fatigue levels by trucking companies with overloaded delivery schedules and low-profit margins. To meet requirements and increase earnings, many truckers drive drowsy and fall asleep at the wheel. Fatigued Truckers on the Road Long-haul commercial truck drivers have a high risk of accidents caused by fatigue. Most truckers […]

When Uber drivers are impaired and cause an accident, the rideshare company can be held liable for injuries. Uber is under investigation for allowing its rideshare drivers to pick up and transport passengers while under the influence of alcohol. Drunk Uber Drivers are Endangering Passengers A recent investigation revealed that Uber drivers have received numerous […]

Installing advanced safety technologies in large commercial trucks can prevent about 63,000 truck-related crashes every year. In 2015, there were more than 400,000 trucking accidents that killed 4,067 people and injured 116,000 more. Trucking Safety Technology Advanced safety technologies on large commercial trucks can prevent a substantial number of truck-related accidents, serious injuries, and fatalities […]