Category: Truck Accident

The Role of Black Boxes or EDRs in Truck Accidents

October 20, 2025 |

When a massive commercial truck collides with a car, the aftermath can be devastating. However, hidden inside the truck may be a silent witness, the black box, or Event Data Recorder (EDR), that holds the truth about what happened. For victims of truck accidents in […]

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How Can a Lawyer Help if a Truck Driver Denies Responsibility for My Crash?

August 25, 2025 |

Large commercial trucks move through California every day, especially in high-traffic areas like the Central Valley. When one of those trucks is involved in a crash, the damage tends to be severe. According to the National Safety Council, over 70% of those injured in semi-truck […]

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How Can I Speed Up the Process of My Truck Accident Claim?

June 09, 2025 |

A serious truck accident can throw your world into chaos in a matter of seconds—physically, financially, and emotionally. As you juggle doctor visits, vehicle repair bills, and endless phone calls, it’s natural to want your truck accident claim resolved as quickly as possible. For many […]

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How Does Fatigue Affect Truck Drivers and the Risk of Crashes?

May 05, 2025 |

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), fatigue contributes to 13% of large truck crashes. Considering the size and weight of commercial trucks, even one fatigue-related accident can cause catastrophic injuries or fatalities. Few jobs are as physically and mentally taxing as truck […]

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5 Ways Irregular Truck Maintenance Increases the Risk of Accidents

February 10, 2025 |

Large trucks are essential for moving goods across California and the country. In 2021, the state’s transportation gateways handled $470 billion worth of goods, with total freight expected to grow to nearly 29 billion tons over the next 30 years. Under federal law, trucking companies […]

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Overdue Repairs: How Neglected Truck Maintenance Causes Accidents

November 11, 2024 |

Did you know that a single missed maintenance check can turn a truck into a deadly hazard? With thousands of trucks on California’s highways every day, neglected maintenance isn’t just an oversight—it’s a serious threat to everyone on the road. With over 140,000 drayage trucks […]

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Can Large Trucks Drive in the Left Lane in California?

March 13, 2024 |

In the U.S., the left lane is the passing lane or the “fast” lane. Drivers typically use the left lane to pass other vehicles. In California, lanes are numbered from left to right, with the number “one” lane being the leftmost lane. Drivers of standard […]

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What Types of Trucks Do You Need a CDL to Drive?

November 01, 2021 |

Since 1992 drivers have been required to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to operate certain commercial vehicles. These include vehicles like semi-trailers, tanker trucks, and buses. California requires truck drivers to have a CDL if they drive any single vehicle with a gross vehicle […]

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Why Do You Need a Lawyer After a Truck Accident?

July 08, 2019 |

If you or someone you love was injured through no fault of your own, you may be eligible to file a claim to be compensated for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Injury claims can involve big settlements, and the money in […]

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How We Help Truck Accident Victims Get Compensation

March 25, 2019 |

Even the biggest passenger vehicles, including pickup trucks and SUVs, are no match for semi trucks during crashes. That’s because tractor trailers can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and are dozens of feet in length when their trailers are fully loaded. If you or someone […]

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