Big rig trucks are a common sight on California roadways. These super-sized vehicles are often pulling trailers filled with all manner of cargo. But whether the cargo is palletized consumer goods or heavy construction materials, it is imperative that the shipment is...
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Truck drivers are responsible for securing their cargo
Big rig trucks are a common sight on California roadways. These super-sized vehicles are often pulling trailers filled with all manner of cargo. But whether the cargo is palletized consumer goods or heavy construction materials, it is imperative that the shipment is...
Truck drivers put under pressure to deliver online orders
At no point in history has it been so easy to purchase consumer goods. It is now possible to order virtually any product you desire with the click of a computer mouse or the tap on the screen of a smartphone. And you can typically expect your newly-bought treasure to...
What to do if you’re involved in a large truck accident
Being involved in any kind of car accident runs the risk of personal injury, even death. That risk increases substantially when there's a significant discrepancy between the size of the vehicles involved in the crash. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor...
Emotional stress can contribute to truck driver fatigue
It's easy to understand why truck driver fatigue is such a prevalent problem on our roadways. No matter what time of day you may be driving, you will likely be sharing the road with big rig trucks on their way to destinations all across the state and country. The...
Truck driver shortage could mean trouble on the road
Driving a semi-truck is tiring work. As a result, it is all too easy for truck drivers to become fatigued as they attempt to deliver their loads on time. Truck drivers often have to drive during late night and early morning hours when it is normal to experience...
Things you should know about truck accidents
There may be a number of contributing factors related to trucks that could lead to accidents with severe consequences for other road users. Crashes involving large commercial vehicles can be dangerous and in some cases may result in fatal outcomes. Such...
Here to help after a truck accident
Navigating the highways of California, it isn't uncommon to see accidents involving 18-wheeler trucks and passenger cars. In most cases, the truck driver seems to be unscathed, but the same cannot be said for the passenger car's driver and other occupants. Perhaps...
The effort to eliminate driver-related accidents picks up steam
Drivers are a common cause of accidents involving tractor-trailers and many other long-haul trucks navigating the nation's highways. In some cases, they are so used to the job that they get complacent and minimize the fact that they are carrying an 80-ton load...
Life-changing impact of being a victim of a semi truck crash
Being involved in any vehicle accident can result in serious injuries and lots of anxiety. When the vehicle responsible for the accident is a large truck, there is an incredibly higher risk of serious injury. Because of the increased risk for significant injury or...