5 Most Common Causes of Truck Accidents
It seems like supply chain issues may be starting to improve and this means more trucks on the road. The bad news is that also means more truck accidents. Below are five frequent reasons these accidents occur: Cargo Issues—what a...
Say No to No-Zone Truck Accidents
At Tiemann Law Firm, we’ve noticed that it seems like there’s been an increase in trucks on the roads. Let’s hope this is a good sign regarding supply chain issues. It’s not necessarily so great for other vehicle drivers because it...
Don’t Wait to Seek Counsel After a Truck Accident
Truck accidents are traumatic. When a 3,000-pound car is in a crash with an 80,000-pound truck the results can be catastrophic. The physical injuries and mental trauma can leave you debilitated and not knowing what to do next. That’s where...
Negligence and Truck Accidents
Our roads are teeming with several types of trucks, from tractor-trailers and flatbeds to garbage trucks and cement mixers. Due to these vehicles’ size, weight, and cargo, they are susceptible to several types of accidents that can cause severe injuries...
Truck Driver Fatigue Leads to Accidents
Did you know that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulates the number of driving hours truckers are allowed in their job? Some of the hours-of-service regulations include: A driver is allowed a maximum of 11 hours of driving after...
Who’s Responsible for an Unsecured Load Truck Accident?
That’s a tricky question. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has specific regulations for loading and securing items onto the back of a commercial truck. These pertain to any cargo-carrying vehicle that contains a box, hopper, tank, or other...
Why Truck Accidents Are on the Rise?
There are over 500,000 trucking accidents in the U.S. and that number is climbing. Covid and the current supply chain slowdown have contributed to this unfortunate trend in several ways: Due to Covid, there is a decrease in the number...
10 Actions Your Attorney Can Take to Help After a Truck Accident
If you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident with a truck, chances are you are suffering from significant injuries, not to mention emotional trauma. An experienced attorney can get the compensation you need for medical and other expenses. They...
How to Prove Distracted Driving in a Truck Accident
Distracted driving is a dangerous problem in the United States. When a collision involves a passenger car and commercial truck, the consequences can be deadly. According to statistics, 3,142 people died in accidents involving distracted driving in 2019. Texting while...
How Does Texting and Driving Affect Truck Accidents?
Many people know how dangerous it can be to text while driving. However, a significant amount of drivers do it anyway. Texting is one of the most common types of distracted driving. It can lead to severe injuries, destructive property...