Truck accidents in Alabama occur for many reasons, primarily when truck companies or their drivers fail to follow the law. If you or a loved one is involved in a truck accident in Alabama, you may be entitled to compensation. However, it is imperative to understand the truck accident laws in Alabama to make informed …

Numerous elements determine truck accident settlements and verdicts; hence these cases are relatively complex and high-value. Victims face innumerable hurdles when seeking compensation, and it’s easy to make mistakes that could affect your claim. The best way to go about the settlement process is to seek guidance from an attorney who understands such cases deeply. …

Overloading a truck is dangerous because it increases the risk of crashes. According to the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine, truck overloading is one of the most common preventable causes of 18-wheeler wrecks. Despite laws regulating the size and weight of the load a truck can carry, some drivers and trucking companies ignore …

Although the trucking industry is vital for our nation’s economy, these oversized vehicles are not without their issues. In fact, when these vehicles are involved in an accident, they have been known to result in catastrophic repercussions, causing over 4,000 deaths in just one year. Yet, what makes this situation even more overwhelming, is not everyone …

Determining who is liable for unsecured cargo crashes can be challenging. Improperly secured or unsecured cargo in a delivery van, tractor-trailer, or other work truck can shift and cause an accident or spill onto the roadway. Other vehicles may get hit by the truck or run into cargo.   If you were hurt in an accident …

Situated on the Gulf Coast between Texas and Mississippi, there are a number of geographical advantages for companies here, and the state’s economy depends on the ability of commercial trucks to transport goods throughout the region, as well as from the ports to other parts of the country. Unfortunately, where there is truck traffic, there …

On Alabama Roads: What to Do After a Commercial Truck Accident Commercial truck wrecks are different in some ways than car wrecks. Knowing the proper steps to take if you get into a truck accident on an Alabama road or interstate highway through Alabama can not only save lives, but also make any legal issues …

Tractor-trailer trucks and other large commercial vehicles are often equipped with several computers that collect data and help the trucking company track service hours, monitor driving, and otherwise oversee their drivers and trucks. When it comes to accidents, these computers—especially the “black box” that records what happens to the vehicle and its components—can help the …

When a semi-truck collides with a car, the outcome is often catastrophic. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), tractor-trailer trucks can weigh as much as 30 times more than passenger cars. It is no surprise that a truck crash of this kind can cause severe injuries or death. According to the U.S. …

Due to their size and weight, a crash with a truck is likely to end with serious injuries or fatalities. Although 18-wheelers are now manufactured with advanced safety features, truck accidents continue to cause an alarming number of traffic deaths every year. According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, more than 4,100 people died …

Due to their size and weight, commercial trucks can cause devastating accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, crashes involving large trucks killed 3,903 people and injured 111,000 in 2014. Many of these collisions left victims with catastrophic injuries or long-term impairments. If you were injured by a negligent trucker in Alabama, call …

Thousands of truck accidents happen on U.S. roads each year. Most of these vehicles are large and heavy, capable of causing serious property damage and devastating injuries. Many victims, especially those who suffer spinal cord or traumatic brain injuries, may require life-long care, treatment, and support. Unfortunately, in addition to lasting impairments, many truck accidents …