20Jun 2021 by Pat Geddie
More Online Shopping Means More Truck Accidents

More Online Shopping Means More Truck Accidents

Truck Accident
Between our busy lives and the changes we experienced during the pandemic, it has become convenient to buy over half our goods online, reducing human traffic in retail stores and shopping malls. However, this convenience also opens a door for increased trucks on the road because online retailers need trucks to deliver orders. More commercial trucks driving across the country mean an increase in trucking accidents and resulting injuries. Anyone who sustained injuries in a truck crash should learn how a Beverly Hills truck accident lawyer can help you protect your rights. Increased Delivery Trucks Means More Potential Accidents COVID-19 forced millions of Americans to avoid crowded supermarkets and shopping malls. The virus greatly accelerated online transactions to unprecedented proportions. For instance, the overall online spending in May 2020 hit…
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20Jun 2021 by Pat Geddie
What Happens in a Rollover Truck Accident?

What Happens in a Rollover Truck Accident?

Truck Accident
Did you know that truck accidents killed 4,119 Americans in 2019? Moreover, 16% of these preventable deaths were truck occupants, 67% were other car occupants, while 15% were pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists. Some of these deadly truck accidents involved a truck rolling over. Mostly, rollover truck accidents happen when trucks suddenly turn or change direction. The trucks end up on one side of their trailers following such an accident. These accidents regularly result in chain-reaction crashes that cause many people to suffer injuries. If you sustained injuries in a truck crash, speak with a Beverly Hills truck accident attorney today. Contributing Factors to Rollovers Different factors cause trucks to roll over, including: Aggressive and reckless drivingDistracted drivingSpeedingLow tire pressurePoor braking systems or conditionsPoor loadingFatigued drivers who fall asleep or doze…
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20Jun 2021 by Pat Geddie
Truck Drivers Often Drive Too Fast in the Rain

Truck Drivers Often Drive Too Fast in the Rain

Truck Accident
Often, water mixes with oil on the road when it starts raining, making it slippery and dangerous for driving. This is also only one of the many ways in which rainy conditions can make driving risky for truckers. For instance, it impairs safe driving by minimizing a driver’s visibility, reducing traction, and reducing a driver’s ability to stop. There are many dangers of truck drivers speeding in the rain, and a Beverly Hills truck accident attorney can help protect your rights if you sustain injuries for this reason. Dangers of Speeding in the Rain Some of the primary risks of trucks speeding in the rain include: Reduced Traction - Rain makes even the most stable road conditions slippery. Thus, driving too fast in these conditions means a driver might lose…
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13May 2021 by Pat Geddie
Reasons Why Truck Drivers Make Mistakes on the Road

Reasons Why Truck Drivers Make Mistakes on the Road

Truck Accident
When a truck driver acts unreasonably under the circumstances, you may be entitled to financial compensation. This includes when they make mistakes on the road. Here are some causes of truck driver error. Poor Training/Unqualified Trucking companies have a legal obligation to use reasonable care when hiring drivers. They must also ensure that the drivers are trained and qualified before they head out onto the road. The truth is that there is a truck driver shortage, and many trucking companies will put operators behind the wheel who do not know how to drive a tractor-trailer. Operating a truck is all about experience and judgment, and drivers who lack those could cause a risk for others. Fatigued Driving Truck drivers are operating under deadlines to make their deliveries. Federal rules require…
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13May 2021 by Pat Geddie
How Truck Crash Investigations Work

How Truck Crash Investigations Work

Truck Accident
When you are seeking compensation for your truck accident, you must prove your claims with evidence. Otherwise, it could be your word against the truck driver’s. In many cases, the victim is so badly hurt that they cannot even speak for themselves. Preserving Evidence The most important step is collecting and preserving evidence for the investigation. Trucking companies may not keep evidence, especially if they know that it could prove them liable. An attorney could act immediately to send a letter directing the trucking company to keep evidence. This also includes gathering photos and evidence of the truck accident scene. One of the most important pieces of evidence is the truck’s black box. You must move fast because trucking companies must only keep it for a certain period of time.…
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13May 2021 by Pat Geddie
Sleep Disorders Lead to Truck Driver Fatigue

Sleep Disorders Lead to Truck Driver Fatigue

Truck Accident
Trucking is already difficult for drivers’ sleep rhythms. Many try to do their driving at night to take advantage of lesser traffic. While they must follow federal rest regulations, it does not always ensure the sleep that operators need to stay rested. Fatigue is already an issue for many drivers. When a driver has a sleep disorder, it worsens their fatigue. Drivers must take ten hours off after driving no more than 11 out of 14 hours. They must spend at least seven of these hours in the sleeper berth of their truck. Presumably, they would be sleeping, so they are well-rested at the start of the next shift. When drivers have difficulty sleeping or get bad sleep, they will start the next shift tired. Drowsy Driving Can Be Fatal…
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19Oct 2020 by Pat Geddie
Abogado de Accidentes de Camiones Comerciales de Beverly Hills

Abogado de Accidentes de Camiones Comerciales de Beverly Hills

Truck Accident
Cientos de miles de vehículos comerciales se estrellan cada año en los Estados Unidos, y muchos de estos vehículos son grandes camiones comerciales. Los camiones comerciales sirven para muchos propósitos para muchas industrias, y su presencia en nuestras carreteras es esencial para nuestra economía. Lamentablemente, esto significa que los accidentes de camiones seguirán ocurriendo, y las víctimas siempre deben consultar con un abogado de accidentes de camiones comerciales en Beverly Hills acerca de sus derechos y opciones. Semirremolque Hay muchos semirremolques que viajan por el sur de California todos los días y que ayudan a mantener los estantes de las tiendas abastecidos, las gasolineras llenas y mucho más. No importa el tamaño y la forma del camión, tiene el potencial de causar daños y lesiones devastadoras cuando choca contra un…
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28Sep 2020 by Pat Geddie
Beverly Hills Commercial Truck Accident Attorney

Beverly Hills Commercial Truck Accident Attorney

Truck Accident
Hundreds of thousands of commercial vehicles crash each year across the United States, and many of these vehicles are large commercial trucks. Commercial trucks serve many purposes for many industries, and their presence on our roads is essential to our economy. Unfortunately, this means that truck crashes will keep happening, and victims should always consult with a commercial truck accident lawyer in Beverly Hills about their rights and options. Semi-trucks There are many tractor-trailers traveling through Southern California every day that help keep store shelves stocked, gas stations filled, and much more. No matter what the size and shape of the truck might be, it has the potential to cause devastating damage and injuries when it crashes into a smaller vehicle. Construction vehicles and cement trucks Traditional semi-trucks are not…
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15Jun 2020 by Pat Geddie
Were You Injured in a Delivery Truck Accident?

Were You Injured in a Delivery Truck Accident?

Truck Accident
While many people shopped online prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, online orders surged as retail stores shut down, or people avoided going in public as much as possible. This means that while there might be fewer cars on the roads, there are certainly more delivery trucks right in our own neighborhoods. While we rely on delivery drivers to get packages to our doors, they can also cause serious accidents and injuries. Delivery vehicles come in different shapes and sizes, such as box trucks, articulated trucks, or even large vans. They all have one thing in common, however - they can be more difficult to maneuver in residential areas than smaller passenger vehicles. Delivery trucks have certain risks, including: Needing more room for turnsNeeding more time to slow down or stopHigher…
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22Jul 2019 by Pat Geddie
Common Types of Commercial Truck Accidents

Common Types of Commercial Truck Accidents

Truck Accident
There are almost 269 million commercial vehicles registered in the United States and, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), about 541,000 traffic crashes involved one or more commercial vehicles in a single year. These large semi-trucks can crash in many ways, and the following are only some of the common types of truck crashes. Rollovers Semi-trucks are extremely tall vehicles with a relatively narrow wheelbase, which means they are highly prone to rolling over on their sides. Trucks can roll over for many reasons, including: Hitting a curbOvercorrectingTaking a turn too fastHigh winds Jackknifes Tractor-trailers are articulated vehicles, which means the cab of the truck is connected to the trailer by a coupling device. This device allows the truck to turn while keeping the trailer steady when…
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