When it comes to an accident between a fully-loaded semi-truck and a standard automobile, the semi has sheer physics on its side, and it is likely that the occupants of the automobile may suffer serious injuries or fatalities in a crash. When it comes to truck accident cases, it is important to understand the legal theory of “vicarious liability” so…Read More
Despite a drop in overall traffic accident deaths, preliminary estimates show that fatalities in crashes involving at least one small truck slightly increased in 2019. These National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates show the need to prevent car accidents and other vehicle crashes by implementing safety improvements. Earlier this month, the NHTSA issued preliminary data for the fatality analysis reporting…Read More
If you’re a fan of courtroom dramas, then you might think that a good lawyer is quick on his or her feet and is able to create “gotcha” moments in every case. While a lot of attorneys can think quickly and respond appropriately to unexpected situations, a lot of attorneys’ successes are based on preparation. So, if you’ve been injured…Read More
Commercial trucks are significantly larger and heavier than the average passenger which can result in catastrophic harm when a truck accident takes place. As a result, strict rules prohibit truck drivers from texting while driving or operating a hand-held mobile phone while driving. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules aimed at preventing distracted driving by truck drivers are designed to…Read More
Montana investigators are still actively seeking answers to questions as to what occurred in the moments leading up to a recent collision. The truck accident occurred just after 1 p.m. on a Sunday. There were several people traveling in the vehicle at the time. Preliminary investigations show that the truck driver was traveling in a westbound direction on I-90 when…Read More
If you’re traveling on a Montana highway, it pays to be as cautious and alert as possible, especially when you’re sharing the road with a lot of other vehicles. All drivers are legally obligated to adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations. The problem is that you have no guarantee that every other nearby motorist is going to comply.…Read More
When two motor vehicles collide, the results are often disastrous. If Montana accident victims survive their injuries, they may spend days, weeks, even months in recovery. In fact, many incidents lead to permanent disabilities that prevent those afflicted from being able to return to work. Truck accidents are often serious, if not fatal, made evident by a recent collision that…Read More
While it is unfortunate, fact is that you will probably not find any of the responsible parties leaping out of their seats to fully compensate you for your injuries after a truck accident in Montana. Yes: You may receive offers that seem reasonable at first. You may even receive pressure to accept those offers from family, friends and the parties…Read More
Truck accidents have a myriad of causes and every crash is unique. For example, a semi-truck driver may cause a collision due to fatigue after driving for too long, or a delivery truck driver may be responsible for an accident because they do not have very much experience and are not used to operating such a large vehicle. Prescription medication…Read More
There are many factors that can contribute to a large truck collision, from weather conditions during the time of an accident to traffic conditions and fatigue. However, drug use is especially concerning, and many of the deadly large truck crashes can be blamed on a trucker driving while under the influence of an intoxicating substance. Not only are illegal street…Read More