Adverse effects of competition in the trucking industry
A variety of factors have contributed to increased competition in the trucking industry in recent years. Deregulation has a significant impact on the industry, resulting in increased competition. Additionally, the implementation of NAFTA has increased the use of big rigs to transport cargo in the United States and across North America. The impact of competition […]
In the state of Texas, approximately 39,000 accidents involving commercial trucks, also known as semis, occur each year. Among the various factors contributing to these incidents, truck accidents and roadway lighting play a significant role. About 1800 of these accidents result in serious injuries. Additionally, between 550 and 650 people die in traffic collisions involving […]
Obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, is defined medically as a decrease in airflow due to recurring partial or complete obstruction of a person’s upper airway. The body initially reacts to this through responses such as pronounced snoring. Ultimately, a person stops breathing for fairly brief periods of time. OSA occurs during sleep, and there has […]
Houston is the largest city in the state of Texas and the fourth-largest city in the United States. When it comes to avoiding an 18-wheeler accident in Houston, being aware of the busy roads is key. The greater Houston area is estimated to have a population of over 7.5 million and spans an area of more […]
When it comes to accidents involving large vehicles, it’s crucial to understand the common types of truck accident injuries that can occur. These injuries can have a profound impact on the lives of those involved. Recognizing and addressing them promptly is key to recovery. The collision between a passenger automobile and a large truck or […]
In three decades of litigating truck accident cases including many truck accidents on I10 out of Houston, I’m continuously amazed at how truck drivers and sometimes trucking companies can cover up abuses of the regulatory process by allowing or creating fake log books. Understanding how truck drivers cheat on their log books is crucial in […]
The high-tech era has reached the doors of trucking companies. There now exists useful fleet monitoring technology that can be highly beneficial to trucking companies. Indeed, this evolving technology can be useful to trucking companies in some important ways. Here are the 3 biggest benefits to trucking companies that use the software. […]
What’s my case worth? Is one of the more frequent questions we get in our Texas 18-wheeler accident law firm. At the outset, it is almost impossible for an attorney to give an exact value on a case before a complete investigation has been done and all of the medical records and bills have […]
Holding parties responsible for 18-wheeler wide turn truck wrecks is vital if you have been injured in an accident. Each year, thousands of people across the United States are seriously injured in accidents with 18-wheeler trucks. This includes innocent motorists across the state of Texas who end up injured or killed as a result […]
Commercial trucks, also known as tractor-trailers, semi-trailers, 18-wheelers, and big rigs, make up just over 12% of the vehicles lawfully registered to operate on roadways across the United States. When it comes to safety and regulations, one might wonder, how effective are roadside inspections of commercial trucks? Two states, Texas and California, have the largest […]
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) defines a “large truck,” a semi-truck or big rig, as a truck with a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds or more. The large truck accident statistics highlight the importance of understanding the scale of these vehicles. A truck of this nature can carry a load that weighs […]
Commercial vehicles are subject to special safety rules because of the potential for a semi-truck to cause life-threatening and fatal injuries during a crash. Big rigs routinely weigh up to 80,000 pounds and have safety issues such as blind spots and are slow to stop. People injured because of the carelessness of a professional […]
Each person or entity involved in a truck crash depends on the specific facts of each accident. In many cases, people often ask: Who is responsible for an 18-wheeler wreck? While each crash is unique, after investigation, who can be held legally responsible for causing a crash can be predictably determined. The following may be […]
According to the American Trucking Association, there are approximately 3 1/2 million professional truck drivers in the United States alone. Driving down any highway in America, you are bound to see 18-wheelers virtually everywhere. The main interstate highways have the highest percentage of commercial vehicles traveling […]
Shortages of drivers cause more truck wrecks, and the solution is complex. Trucking Vital to US Economy There is no doubt that the trucking industry is the lifeblood of our American economy. The proof is in the pudding, with over 70% of all freight transported throughout the United States arriving on big rigs. Tractor-trailers haul […]
Updated for 2025-The Harris County Commercial Vehicle Accident Fatality statistics have been updated to reflect the latest data. Each year, the state of Texas is required to collect and analyze crash data gathered by Texas officers when filling out crash data reports. The data is helpful to authorities for planning purposes and anticipating safety needs […]
It’s no secret that a tractor – 80,000 pounds and for that reason, the truck driver and the trucking company are regulated to protect the motoring public. The governmental entity that promulgates and enforces truck safety regulations is the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Rules For Tracking Drivers’ Hours One way the […]
There is little doubt that technology assisted driving both for passenger cars and semi trucks is going to become a reality soon. Almost every major automobile manufacturer has jumped into the self-driving automobile parade. Not only are manufacturers working on self-driving vehicles but also the major technology companies including Google, Apple and others are […]
Dash Cams Revolutionize 18-Wheeler Lawsuits by providing crucial evidence and insights into incidents, leading to fairer outcomes in legal proceedings. More and more people are choosing to install dash cameras in their vehicle for a variety of reasons. One of the reasons is to establish what happened in an accident in a manner that is […]
One of the most frequent telephone calls we get at our Houston personal injury practice is from people asking,” How do I pick the right attorney for my case?” These calls often come from people who were dissatisfied with their current representation and are seeking to change attorneys. Some of the calls are […]
A recently published study by the US Department of Transportation – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration emphasizes the role of less experienced truck drivers in the causation of accidents. The study was aimed at determining the “critical reasons” and associated facts that contributed to serious commercial vehicle crashes. Using available data, the analysis examined […]
