While accidents involving any sort of passenger vehicle are dangerous, those involving commercial trucks are typically so much worse. The sheer size and weight of big rigs is what leads to these accidents being do detrimental. Truck accident injuries range from minor scrapes and bruises to wrongful death. Certain injuries are more common than others. …
In an average vehicle accident, evidence showing how the accident happened can come from a variety of sources. Statements from other drivers, police reports, witness testimonies, damaged property, traffic camera footage, and so much more are available to help prove what occurred and who’s at fault. Spoliation of evidence can hinder a vehicle accident case …
A truck accident case that involves a big rig, like an 18-wheeler, semi-truck, or large commercial vehicle, can lead to serious injuries. Ones that require long and expensive medical care and rehabilitation. While there are a variety of factors that can lead up to a truck accident case, the people that suffer need to be …
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The general public often believes that insurance companies exist to help car accident victims when they need it. Unfortunately, the reality is that insurance companies are just like any other big business – they’re concerned about profitability moreso than their customers. Don’t assume the insurance company has your best interest at heart. They’re focused on …
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Truckers are often pressured to meet strict deadlines. Not only are they racing the clock, they also need to meet strict regulations outlined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), in a designated Department of Transportation (DOT) log book. A DOT log book contains records from truckers of their activities over the course of …
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It’s not always easy to remember what to do when your adrenaline is buzzing after being involved in a motor vehicle collision. That’s why The Clardy Law Firm is here to help. Here are a few things you need to do immediately after a motor vehicle collision to ensure you remain eligible to receive full …
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Auto insurance companies don’t like to pay out when it comes to trying to settle a car accident lawsuit. Just like any other big business, they’re out to build a profit. What this means for you as an accident victim is that they’re waiting and actively looking for you to make a mistake so they …
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Cops are people too, which means that sometimes they can make mistakes. It also means they live busy lives. If you’ve been involved in a car accident where only minor damage occurred, it’s unlikely that the police will even show up. Most local police stations simply don’t have the resources to tend to every fender-bender …
Imagine you’re driving an 18-wheeler and trying to haul thousands of pounds of cargo. Your vehicle is about 16 times the size and weight of the average car. How do you think you’d do without the proper training as an untrained truck driver? There’s a reason truck drivers need special training and certification before they’re …
Hazmat Spills & Road Safety Hazmat is short for hazardous material. These materials are any flammable or poisonous products, including biological, chemical, radiological, and physical, that could pose a threat to people, animals, or the environment if released without the right safety precautions. Many 18-wheelers carry loads that are dangerous and considered hazmat, including common …
