Tag: Beverly Hills Truck Accident Attorney

The number of semis on our roadways is growing, and these immense vehicles are responsible for some of the deadliest accidents out there. Truck drivers are responsible for navigating their rigs safely through traffic, including when they are changing lanes or leaving their lane of traffic, and when they fail to take their blind spots into careful consideration, it puts others on the road at a distinct safety disadvantage. If a truck driver’s negligence leaves you injured in a car accident, an experienced Beverly Hills truck accident attorney can help. Blind Spots The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that semi drivers experience huge blind spots that radiate out from their cabs on both sides and that also extend from their cabs’ fronts and rears. When a truck driver…

Almost 500,000 large commercial trucks were involved in crashes in a recent year in the U.S. When semi-trucks hit smaller vehicles, they can cause widespread destruction and injuries. Victims of crashes can hold at-fault parties liable for their losses, but they must determine what exactly led to their truck accidents. Too often, the cause comes down to truck driver error. If you believe a truck driver caused your injuries, reach out for help from a Beverly Hills truck accident lawyer immediately. Driver Negligence Truck drivers must have commercial licenses and special training, but they can still make mistakes like anyone else on the road. There are many errors that truckers can make that cause collisions, including: Speeding or driving too fast for conditionsDistracted drivingImpaired drivingAggressive drivingViolating traffic lawsViolating federal trucking…

There are a lot of serious traffic accidents on our roadways, but when it comes to sheer danger, truck accidents beat all the others a considerable margin. The immense size and weight of trucks ensures that the impact of truck accidents tends to be life-threatening and that the occupants of the other vehicles involved are at far greater risk. If you or someone you love has been injured by a truck driver’s negligence, make the call to an experienced Beverly Hills truck accident attorney today. The Semi’s Size The massive size of the semis with which we share our roads leads to all the following risk factors: Truck drivers experience significant blind spots across both sides and the front and back of their rigs. When motorists find themselves in these…

Many households across the U.S. have become dependent on Amazon deliveries, and the company’s influence and prevalence in our daily society can not be understated. Amazon delivery trucks are as common as any other commercial vehicle on the road, and they travel everywhere to perform their essential services. With more of these Amazon delivery trucks on the road, delivery van and truck crashes can also increase. Factors Leading Amazon Delivery Crashes With the rise of services like Amazon Prime delivery and its promises of immediate delivery, many drivers have a more frantic approach to meeting delivery deadlines. Studies have concluded this is a major reason for rising accident rates involving Amazon delivery trucks. The constant pressure to deliver ever more packages on Amazon drivers has led to reckless driving behavior.…

I-5 is a vital roadway that runs practically from border to border along the Pacific Coast. The location and necessity of this highway mean that it will be packed with trucks. These large vehicles often do not share the road well with drivers, causing serious accidents and injuries. There is not much that we can say about the Freeway that you have not already heard and experienced for yourself. One of the reasons why the Freeway is so packed is that drivers getting to and from work are not the only ones using this road. Serious Truck Crashes on I-5 In Los Angeles County, there is a fatal truck crash an average of every three days. Some of these crashes occur on the local portion of I-5. In December 2021,…

Drunk driving is a significant problem throughout California and the rest of the country, and some commercial truck drivers engage in impaired driving despite strict regulations and steep penalties. People who are injured by drunk truckers are usually able to recover compensation for their injuries and other losses. If you have been involved in an accident with a drunk trucker, you should call a Beverly Hills truck accident attorney as soon as you can. How Alcohol Impairs a Truck Driver Drinking can have  a significant impact on a driver’s ability to operate their truck. For example: It slows their reaction timesAlcohol impairs drivers’ judgment and decision-making powerIt compromises a driver’s vehicle controlAlcohol blurs and alters drivers’ vision It can result in poor judgment How to Detect a Drunk Truck Driver…

A Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) study revealed that negligent truck drivers cause more truck accidents than vehicle malfunctions, weather, and road conditions combined. Driver errors injure thousands of road users annually, and if you suffered injuries due to a negligent truck driver, learn how a Beverly Hills truck accident attorney can help with your injury claim. Speeding Just as the saying goes, speed kills. But despite the apparent dangers speeding poses to motorists, many truck drivers still speed. In fact, in many situations, speeding is more than a mistake, as it is a blatant disregard for traffic laws. Neglecting One’s Physical and Psychological Health Neglecting one’s physical and psychological health is another mistake that truck drivers make. Some commercial drivers focus more on their trucking careers and neglect…