Truck Accidents
Updates Underway for Safety Regulations in the Trucking Industry
When a tractor-trailer or other large truck is involved in a collision, the risk of serious injuries increases dramatically given the sheer weight and size of these giants of the roadway. Although the trucking industry is regulated by the federal government in the United States, far too many carriers knowingly violate safety regulations if those…
Read MoreBreaking News: Tractor-trailer collision in Savannah
BRYAN COUNTY, GA – Early morning on Wednesday, April 22, news broke of a tractor-trailer collision on I-16, about 20 miles outside of Savannah, GA. The tractor-trailer failed to slow down in time in stop-and-go traffic at about 6 a.m. which was caused by an unrelated crash on the same interstate. As a result, the…
Read MoreThe Negative Effects of Fatigue Driving While Behind the Wheel of a Truck
Fatigue is not only an issue associated with athletes; individuals with everyday jobs can experience fatigue as well, and it can have devastating effects on their work performance. In more serious cases, fatigue can be life threatening. This is particularly true for truck drivers. By the very nature of their work, truck drivers are required…
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