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 […]
After a serious accident with the commercial vehicle, there are certain things that personal injury victims should do and shouldn’t do. The following is a list of things to do and things not to do after a serious injury crash. DO • Get as much information as you can from the scene • Make […]
You’ve been a serious 18 wheeler accident and you’re looking for a law firm and are wondering what type of a lawyer do you need for your case. The truth of the matter is that most attorneys who handle some personal injury want to handle semi-truck accident cases because of the insurance available to cover […]
A recent report funded by State Farm Insurance looks at the real effects of drowsy driving and the impact it has on our communities. The report is titled “wake-up call” and contains suggestions for reducing the number of unnecessary accidents caused by tired drivers. Some startling statistics include: The estimated percentage […]
If you listen to a radio station are likely to hear one or more trucking companies advertising employment opportunities for truck drivers. This is not a new phenomenon but one that has been going on for the last several years. The truth of the matter is that trucking companies are having difficulty finding […]
The trend over the last decade has been one of give and take concerning large truck crashes. The overall number of accidents involving commercial vehicles has dropped in the last ten years. However, the number of fatalities from truck crashes has increased. There’s little doubt that the costs associated with the truck accident […]
There is no doubt that the United States faces a huge shortage of truck drivers. Some attribute the shortage to an aging workforce and others feel that the lifestyle has precluded many people from working as a truck driver. Motor Carriers are struggling to find qualified drivers and the competition is fierce to attract […]
With the major 18 wheeler accident, one involving serious injury or wrongful death, the importance of an early investigation and a quick response team cannot be over emphasized. It is the time when families who have lost a loved one are in shock and often mentally paralyzed due to the trauma of the loss. […]
Weekly, in the greater Houston area, a big truck rolls over and shuts down a highway for hours at a time, stranding commuters and sending many to the hospital or the morgue. Houston truck accidents happen every day. These incidents often involve large vehicles like 18-wheelers, whose substantial size and weight make them especially […]
Thursday, November 19, 2015 was a tragic day when a stranded vehicle on outbound Northwest Freeway was struck by an 18 wheeler. Two people died in the crash and reports indicate that the car caught fire immediately after the impact. The 18 wheeler crash took place about 4 AM on the Northwest Freeway not […]
