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Truck Accidents

Collisions involving commercial trucks, semi-trucks, and 18-wheelers are governed by a complex web of federal and state regulations that differ significantly from standard car accident law. Multiple parties — including drivers, carriers, loaders, and manufacturers — may share liability. These articles explore how trucking accident investigations work, what regulations apply, how black box and logbook data is used as evidence, and how to pursue maximum compensation for catastrophic injuries caused by commercial vehicle negligence.

Truck Accidents

Trucking regulation changes might impact everyone

The Department of Transportation (DOT) recently changed the hours of service regulations to which truckers must comply. These regulations are meant to ensure that the

Truck Accidents

Why truck accident lawsuits are different from typical car accident suits

Accidents involving large commercial trucks are more dangerous than other accidents on Iowa roads for the simple reason that semitrailers and other trucks are so

Truck Accidents

Drivers may not realize just how much space tractor-trailers need

You have probably driven next to a tractor-trailer hundreds of times. The first couple times you drove next to a tractor-trailer may have been nerve-racking.

Truck Accidents

Boredom for truckers can lead to poor decision-making on the road

Driving for a long period of time can be a monotonous experience. Especially for those stuck driving on the highway, road hypnosis could pose a

Truck Accidents

Electronic control modules hold evidence after truck accidents

A commercial truck accident is usually a devastating experience for all parties involved, often leading to tens of thousands of dollars in property damage, medical

Truck Accidents

Who may hold liability after a truck accident?

In the aftermath of an accident involving a commercial truck, it may prove more difficult than victims expect to determine who is responsible for the

Truck Accidents

Do you know why commercial truck accidents occur?

A commercial truck accident can happen for a variety of reasons. As a motorist, you always do your part to remain as safe as possible

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