Category: Truck Accidents

Have you been in an accident with a hazardous materials truck? Because of the danger posed by these accidents, commercial truck drivers who operate semi-trucks transporting hazardous cargo are required to have additional training and maintain higher amounts of liability insurance. A hazardous materials accident can lead to a fire…

When some people hear the phrase rear-end collision, they think of parking-lot fender benders. But when a rear-end collision involves a semi-truck, the results can be catastrophic. The size and weight of a semi are enough to cause severe injuries to people in smaller vehicles, even at low speeds. When…

When interstate truck drivers are too tired to operate their vehicles safely, they put everyone on the road at risk. About 5 percent of all fatal truck crashes nationwide in a recent year involved fatigued or impaired drivers, according to the federal agency that regulates the trucking industry. The Federal…

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One of the first people we turn to for help investigating a semi-truck accident case is a truck mechanic. Our legal team works with trained professionals who can conduct the type of forensic truck accident investigation that is necessary to determine whether a mechanical problem led to the accident. In…

Many commercial trucks and truck drivers get cited for safety violations. Some are serious enough that the driver and their big rigs are ordered off the road until the violations are corrected. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which regulates the U.S. interstate trucking industry, conducts inspections and actively…

The trucking industry is one of the most highly regulated industries in the United States. Large trucks that may weigh up to 80,000 pounds fully loaded are vital to interstate commerce but pose a threat to life and limb when involved in accidents. Federal regulations and Missouri trucking laws govern…

Some people are not competent to operate a car safely because of cognitive decline, failing eyesight, or other health issues. These unsafe drivers pose a risk to themselves and others on the road. Under Missouri law, immediate family members and certain professionals such as doctors and social workers can report…

Missouri is home to more than 1,100 miles of interstate highways. Large commercial trucks represent a substantial portion of the traffic on interstates. Whenever you share the road with a big rig, it’s important to keep in mind that commercial truck drivers face different driving challenges than automobile drivers and…

Large truck accidents are uniquely devastating events that can disrupt lives and leave physical and emotional scars. After such a terrifying event, it can be hard to regain your bearings and navigate the process of pursuing compensation for your injuries and losses. Commercial truck drivers often have their employer and…