Trucks and tractor trailers have long been the undisputed kings of the road. By their sheer size and presence on the highways, many drivers, especially the young and inexperienced, avoid them as much possible. This stands to reason as over 7 of every 12 accidents that involve these road behemoths end in at least one … Read more
Imagine driving happily down the road when all of a sudden a massive truck smashes into the side of you. In this circumstance it is likely that you and the passengers that may be in your vehicle will be injured. At first you are concerned only for your well-being, but after that you will be … Read more
If you’ve been involved in a truck accident, you may need to hire a truck accident lawyer. A good truck accident lawyer can help you recover losses resulting from a motor vehicle accident and/or reduce the large amount of paperwork and hassle often associated with truck accident insurance claims. The deadline for filing personal injury … Read more
Here are some questions that you can ask a truck accident witness : Were you in a car and, if so was the vehicle moving or stopped? What did you see first? Did you actually see the two cars impact one another and, if so where were you when the accident occurred? What time do … Read more
Accident reconstruction experts will look for metal scarring which is a hole, depression or gouge left by vehicle parts digging into the roadway. There are different types of gouges such as a chip, which is a hole made in the road surface; a chop which is a broad sharp edge cut in the pavement; or … Read more
Accident reconstruction experts will note stress marks which are left when a tire goes sliding sideways and/or rotating. This is caused by a speeding vehicle not being steered in the direction of the scuff. photo credit: MoBikeFed