Posted on Dec. 23rd, 2016 | in News, Truck Accidents
Semi-trucks and other similar commercial trucks, are held to higher safety standards than are passenger vehicles. This is because their size and weight are so much vaster than the average vehicle, and thus, semi-trucks can do much more damage when involved in a truck accident. Such a truck accident, between a semi-truck and multiple passenger… read more
Posted on Jun. 2nd, 2016 | in News, Truck Accidents
If you have been involved in a truck accident, you may be unsure of what to do next. You may decide that filing a lawsuit against the truck driver and trucking company responsible for the accident is in your best interest. If that is the case, an experienced legal professional may be able to help… read more
Posted on May. 12th, 2016 | in News, Truck Accidents
Each year, thousands of people are killed as a result of big rigs on the roadways. Large trucks, including commercial trucks, tractor-trailers, cement mixers, and coal trucks, tend to be harder to navigate than passenger vehicles due to their size and weight. While the sheer size of these trucks is partially to blame, truck drivers… read more
Posted on Apr. 27th, 2016 | in News, Truck Accidents
Due to their large size and heavy loads, trucks can cause a great deal of damage and injury in a Pittsburgh accident. Fortunately, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently reported that the number of fatalities caused by collisions with large trucks has decreased nationwide. In 2014, the number of truck accident deaths dropped 5… read more
Posted on Apr. 1st, 2016 | in News, Truck Accidents
Researchers have shown time and time again that truck driver fatigue can play a significant role in motor vehicle accidents. In fact, drowsy driving plays a role in 328,000 accidents each year, including many throughout Pennsylvania. One common reason for this fatigue is a chronic disorder, known as obstructive sleep apnea. The United States Department… read more
Posted on Mar. 3rd, 2016 | in News, Truck Accidents
Each year, countless Pittsburgh motorists are involved in tragic truck accidents on the highways. Commercial vehicles are considerably larger than the average person’s vehicle and can cause severe damages when involved in an accident. For this reason, commercial trucks are regulated by federal and state laws. These laws ensure that truck companies and their drivers… read more
Posted on Jan. 21st, 2016 | in News, Truck Accidents
Accidents on the road can lead to devastating injuries and loss of life. When a passenger vehicle is involved in an accident with a truck, the results can be catastrophic. In fact, close to 10 percent of highway accident deaths involve a large truck. A large number of truck accidents are caused because of the… read more
Posted on Oct. 21st, 2015 | in News, Truck Accidents
Pennsylvania residents who have been involved in a big rig accident may have suffered serious injuries. In addition to physical and emotional injuries, these victims may be suffering financially as the medical bills pile up. If the truck driver was at-fault for the accident, the victims may be able to recover damages in court. These… read more
Posted on Sep. 24th, 2015 | in News, Truck Accidents
Truck drivers are responsible for a number of pedestrian accidents and car accidents that occur in Pittsburgh. Commercial truck accidents, whether they involve other cars or pedestrians, can cause some of the most devastating injuries of all. Commercial trucks, or big rigs, are typically used to transport commercial goods in the course of business. One… read more
Posted on Jul. 31st, 2015 | in News, Truck Accidents
In 2014, over 6,600 large trucks were involved in both fatal and non-fatal accidents in Pennsylvania. Out of those 6,600, nearly 450 of them occurred in Alleghany County. These numbers are considerably higher than the last couple of years. According to data from the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, there was a 69 percent increase in… read more
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