Between 2013 and 2017, fatalities from truck accidents in South Carolina rose 32.7 percent. South Carolina Department of Public Safety data collected from that time period shows that across the board, disregarding traffic signs, speeding, not yielding the right of way, and driving under the influence are primary contributing factors in vehicle accidents. That means …
Truck accidents can be brutal and dangerous. They injure and kill many across the country while even causing property damage due to the heavy goods and materials they carry. Sustaining injuries due to a collision with an 18-wheeler or any other truck may entitle you to compensation from those who are liable. When proving negligence …
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Distracted driving is a huge problem nationwide. From Columbia to anywhere else in South Carolina, you might notice more than a few drivers are caught up in their cellular phones or other devices while on the road. A National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report establishes that around 660,000 motorists are using a cell phone while …
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Driving alongside commercial trucks can be daunting, especially knowing how dangerous it can be. There are many horrific stories about trucking accidents and the lives they claim. Most truck accidents are surprising caused by a number of similar circumstances and issues. If you or a loved one was injured by one of these common causes …
When a commercial truck accident occurs, who’s to blame? Like all motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents are often caused by: Distracted drivers Reckless or careless driving Driving under the influence Drowsy driving Unsafe road conditions Ignoring traffic laws and regulations Weather conditions Mechanical failures Oftentimes, a commercial truck accident occurs when a commercial truck “jackknifes” …
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There are a large variety of factors that can lead to a fatal truck crash. Just a few of the reasons why these accidents occur include: driver impairment, fatigue, inattention, carelessness, and negligence. And, while it still remains illegal to drive while impaired or intoxicated, it still happens. In fact, alcohol is a leading factor …
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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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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