In this article, we examine the dangers of underride crashes and how regulators have repeatedly failed to prevent them. Please be advised that our discussion will touch on sensitive topics including truck crash fatality and injuries of a violent nature. “NHTSA has been trying, for decades, to do something about underride deaths. And yet over and over, they haven’t made the progress that we need. Why? Well, I think part of it is because industry just keeps pushing back and undermining their efforts.” These are the words of [...]
The idea of sharing the road with a negligent or reckless truck driver who has caused crashes in the past is a scary and discomforting thought. Although there are safeguards in place meant to protect motorists from unsafe truckers, these are not always effective. So what happens to the truck driver after an accident? Under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, there are a number of outcomes and consequences that a driver may face in the aftermath of a truck collision. Consequences for Truck Drivers Who Cause [...]
Most roads across the United States have posted speed limits; however, as you likely know, it doesn't mean it's always safe to drive that fast under any and all circumstances. A wide range of factors, including traffic congestion, inclement weather, and how well-maintained a vehicle is, are just some of the many factors that may determine whether it's safe to travel at a certain rate of speed. If you're wondering how the above-referenced factors affect how fast a commercial truck can safely travel on highways, read on for [...]
SEATTLE, WA, May 30, 2023 — Trucking Injury Law Group, a new personal injury group exclusively dedicated to handling commercial trucking wreck cases along the West Coast, is proud to unveil its website today as well as begin accepting new clients. This venture is the brainchild of three preeminent lawyers hailing from some of the West Coast's most reputable law firms. The founding members are: Kevin Coluccio from Coluccio Law in Seattle, WA. Matthew Sharp from Law Office of Matthew L. Sharp in Reno, NV. Lincoln Sieler from [...]
Did you know that truck accidents are extremely rare—almost unheard of? What we mean is that truck “accidents” are extremely rare. Almost every truck crash that happens is preventable. It’s not an accident at all. It’s the consequence of negligence. And one of the most common forms of negligence in the trucking industry is federal law violations. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) creates and enforces a wide system of rules and regulations governing all aspects of the commercial trucking sector. When even [...]
There is no doubt about it—injuries and financial losses associated with truck accidents tend to be much more severe than in collisions involving two passenger vehicles. Truck crash damages can easily total in the tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. So what happens when your injuries exceed a truck driver’s insurance coverage? Our team of truck accident attorneys in Boise take a look at current federal insurance requirements, what they cover, and what your legal options are if your damages exceed them. Federal Trucking Insurance Requirements [...]
If you look around you, no matter whether you're in an urban area, the suburbs, or even the most rural areas in our country, you're bound to see a delivery truck nearby if you look long enough. Why is that? Well, because consumer demand is high. Many individuals don't want to wait for items to come in the mail; they want it right then and there. Retailers must have what their customers want on the shelves when they want it, or otherwise, they'll get passed up for someone [...]
There are a lot of things to take care of after being involved in a truck accident. The time you used to spend going to work or school or taking care of your family may now be devoted to doctor’s visits, phone calls with the insurance company, and efforts to figure out transportation. You may be unable to perform your job, in pain, and worried about your financial security. It may feel like you’re facing task after endless task. And then you realize there’s something else you may [...]
