Most drivers are sometimes on the road during the most dangerous driving times and do not know it. While it is impossible to avoid all accidents, being aware of the most dangerous times to drive can help people plan ahead and avoid unnecessary risks. Driving at night...
Truck Accidents
Common causes of semitruck crashes besides a trucker’s actions
The size, weight and design of semitrucks create unique challenges when it comes to safety on the road. The complexity of operating such a large vehicle means numerous factors can contribute to accidents involving semitrucks. Understanding these causes is vital for...
Settling truck accident claims
The aftermath of a truck accident in New Jersey may follow many similar steps to what happens after a car crash: the victims will file an insurance claim. However, truck accident claims might be more complicated to settle. Truck accident complexities A truck collision...
Proper Cranking Techniques Can Prevent Truck Driver Injuries
Many New Jersey truck drivers suffer from shoulder injuries caused by manually lowering and elevating their rigs. Has your trucking company educated you on proper cranking techniques to reduce the chance of this repetitive injury? Study shows positioning can help...
Common causes of truck accidents in New Jersey
New Jersey transportation companies make money based on the number of deliveries they complete and the timely fashion in which this is accomplished. The problem is that the rush to deliver can also often result in truck accidents. Here are a few elements of truck...
Suing over a driver’s negligence
If you have been in a car accident in New Jersey, the police report may find that the other motorist was driving recklessly. It may be possible to sue the other driver to recover some of your losses both in terms of medical bills and lost wages. Types of reckless...
Common causes of truck accidents
If you are involved in a truck accident while on a New Jersey road or highway, you could experience significant injuries. You may also incur significant vehicle repair bills or other losses. Let's take a closer look at some of the causes of commercial truck accidents...
Common causes of truck accidents
Every year in New Jersey, more people are injured and killed in motor vehicle accidents involving large commercial trucks. While trucks are an essential part of the nation's infrastructure, they also pose a lot of risk to people sharing the road with them. Here are...
Fatigued truckers pose major risk for motor vehicle accidents
Trucks are a common sight on New Jersey roadways. These large vehicles can be intimidating to others on the road with the looming possibility of an accident. While some of the riskier factors that can cause motor vehicle accidents with trucks include drivers who are...
Considerations for sharing the road with semi-trucks
When you regularly drive, encountering a large commercial truck on the road isn’t uncommon; however, that doesn’t make it any less nerve-wracking. Semi-trucks can weigh up to 20-30 times as the average passenger vehicle, so it’s no surprise that most fatalities in...