Accidents involving semi-trucks and other commercial vehicles are some of the most dangerous types of crashes in which a person can be involved. Unfortunately, recovering compensation after a truck accident can be complicated in these kinds of cases, which require a thorough investigation and a deep understanding of state law.… Continue reading Truck Accident Reconstruction Can Play a Critical Role in Proving Negligence
Continue ReadingWhat is a Rollaway Accident?
As a country, we rely on commercial vehicles for everything from transporting livestock and food products to car parts and construction material. This means, however, that there are more commercial vehicles on the road than ever, which significantly increases other motorists’ chances of being involved in a serious accident. Some… Continue reading What is a Rollaway Accident?
Continue ReadingLarge Number of Truckers Are Caught Doing Drugs
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has detailed requirements for drug testing that trucking companies must follow. Specifically, any driver who was involved in an accident should be tested. Pre-employment testing is also required, as is testing if the employer has reason to believe a trucker is high. Any… Continue reading Large Number of Truckers Are Caught Doing Drugs
Continue Reading7 Trucking Accident Facts You Should Know
Trucking accidents can cause devastating injuries, and our Miami attorneys want the public to be aware of their seriousness. If you have been in a crash, please contact our law office right away. We can swing into action and fight to get you the compensation you need, regardless of who… Continue reading 7 Trucking Accident Facts You Should Know
Continue ReadingGarbage Truck and School Bus Collide. Who is Liable?
A recent collision between a school bus and dump truck in Miami raises an interesting question: who is responsible when a garbage truck and a school bus collide? Although many people believe school buses are never to blame, that is not true. Instead, we need to analyze each driver’s actions… Continue reading Garbage Truck and School Bus Collide. Who is Liable?
Continue ReadingFlorida Semi-Truck Laws That Are Good to Know
Semi-trucks are regulated at both the federal and state level. These regulations are designed to make these trucks as safe as possible and still allow them to transport large amounts of products all over the state and country. Below, we present some of the most important regulations you should know.… Continue reading Florida Semi-Truck Laws That Are Good to Know
Continue ReadingAvoid Drunk, Drugged, Drowsy, Distracted & Dangerous Driving
Each year, thousands of Floridians die in car accidents. Knowing these 5 poor driving habits will help reduce this number, keeping us all safer. Remember, we all owe each other a duty to be as safe as possible while out on the road, so commit to reducing drunk, drugged, drowsy,… Continue reading Avoid Drunk, Drugged, Drowsy, Distracted & Dangerous Driving
Continue ReadingWhat Are the Most Common Injuries Sustained from an Accident Involving a Big Rig?
Big rigs, also known as 18 wheelers, rule the road. Because of their size and weight, they can cause catastrophic injuries when they collide with smaller passenger vehicles. At our firm, we are very experienced with the devastating injuries that drivers and passengers can suffer. Big rigs can collide with… Continue reading What Are the Most Common Injuries Sustained from an Accident Involving a Big Rig?
Continue ReadingRise in Truck Wreck Fatalities Prompts New Board Certification for Attorneys
Truck accidents are some of the most serious collisions that happen on Florida’s roads. Many innocent victims are crunched and killed when they collide with a big rig. These types of accidents also seem to be on the rise, after years of declines. For example, 2017 saw a 9% increase… Continue reading Rise in Truck Wreck Fatalities Prompts New Board Certification for Attorneys
Continue ReadingLarge Blind Spots: What You Should Know about “No Zones”
Commercial vehicles like tractor-trailers are a highly-visible feature on Florida’s highways. These mammoth vehicles weigh several tons and travel at high speeds, often racing to get to their destination. Traveling on the highway with these large, dangerous vehicles is a challenge. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has compiled… Continue reading Large Blind Spots: What You Should Know about “No Zones”
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