A semi truck is called “semi” because the semi-trailer partially supports itself and is partly supported by the tractor, making it a “semi-trailer truck.” Have you ever found yourself stuck in traffic, staring at a large truck in front of you and wondering, “Why is it called a semi truck?” This question piques the curiosity … Read more
In an effort to reduce the number of truck accidents, some truck manufacturers and companies have been investing heavily in IoT and telematics. Truck accidents are some of the most dangerous and devastating accidents on our roads today. On average, there are over 500,000 truck accidents each year in the US, resulting in over 4,000+ … Read more
Today’s truck drivers have access to a wide range of tools that help them stay safe on the road. Here are five of the most notable. There is no question that technology has had a profound impact on the trucking industry. From blind-spot detection systems that detect vehicles in a trucker’s blind spot to GPS … Read more
Multiple defendants, complex insurance coverage, different accidents, and complex truck laws can all create unique issues in St. Louis truck accident claims. If you have ever been in a car accident, you already know how overwhelming recovering damages can be. Sadly, things can get even more nerve-wracking and complicated when filing a truck accident claim. … Read more
The NTSB estimates that nearly 20% of their investigations identified fatigue as the contributing factor in truck accidents. As Americans, we share the road with commercial trucks on a daily basis. We have become used to driving along side them and may give little or no thought to their presence. However, according the Federal Motor … Read more
Tractor trailer accidents have the potential to cause much damage. Tuesday, February 25, in Kansas City, Missouri, a fiery single-vehicle semi truck crash thankfully resulted in no injuries. But for many drivers the commute was interrupted early Tuesday morning around 7 a.m. near Cambridge Circle by black smoke when the semi truck caught fire and … Read more