Readers of this blog probably know that though there are certain things they can do to keep themselves safe from truck accidents, these tragic wrecks continue to occur. Therefore, laws and regulations have been implemented in an effort to curtail dangerous truck...
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Truck accident leaves Massachusetts man dead
On our blog, we often discuss truck accidents and how damaging they can be to other motor vehicles and their drivers and passengers. However, box trucks and 18-wheelers can also pose a significant threat to pedestrians, including those broken down on the side of the...
Can I sue a truck company if I’m hurt in a big rig accident?
In many cases the answer is yes. Under a legal theory known as respondeat superior, an individual who is injured by another may be able to hold the defendant's employer liable for damages. However, certain elements must be present before respondeat superior, which...
If you’ve been injured by a semi-truck, we can fight for you
Last week's blog post discussed the qualifications needed for an individual to receive a Commercial Driver's License, or CDL. Though being properly trained and possessing the proper credentials renders one capable of operating a semi-truck on the road, it does not...
What are the qualifications for obtaining a CDL?
As has been often discussed on this blog, though semi-trucks play an important role in our society and our economy, they pose significant dangers to other motorists. One way that these threats are lessened is by state and federal laws and regulations. These laws and...
What can I do to help avoid a truck accident?
Semi-trucks are a common presence on Massachusetts roads. These vehicles and their drivers play a vital role in our economy by moving goods across the country. However, they also pose a threat to other motorists, as their massive size can cause devastating damage and...
Truck driver fatigue all too common in America
Semi-trucks are an integral part of our society. They move goods across the country, allowing us access to almost any product we could ever want. However, though these big rigs are a critical piece of the economic puzzle, they can also be extremely dangerous,...
Truck accident leaves Boston woman with serious injuries
People who think of truck accidents often conjure images of a tractor trailer colliding with a car on a highway or interstate. Though these types of wrecks are far too common and can leave unsuspecting motorists severely injured, they are not the only type of truck...
Garbage truck collision kills Massachusetts cyclist
Trucks and their drivers are a vital part of Massachusetts' economy. Box trucks, semi-trucks and delivery trucks all operate to make life easier and more enjoyable. Yet, the sheer size of these vehicles makes them dangerous when they are driven inappropriately. In a...