Compensation for the victims of truck accidents varies, depending on: The extent of the property damageThe severity of the injuriesThe nature of the negligence that caused the wreckWhether one or more parties are liable for the accidentWhether a liable party...
Evidence that’s usually essential to proving who’s at fault for a truck wreck includes: The police reportWitness statementsDashcam footageRecords from the vehicles’ electronic onboard recordersTruckers’ log books Cellphone records of all driversTrucking company records Here’s why this evidence matters and...
When truck accidents happen, at least one of these parties is usually at fault and liable for compensating victims: DriversMotor carriersTrucking shippers or brokersVehicle equipment manufacturersParties responsible for road construction and maintenance When Drivers Are Liable for Truck Accidents Whenever...
Commercial trucks are subject to rigorous testing and engineering before they are allowed on the road. The size and weight of 18-wheelers and other large trucks can cause fatal injuries for the driver and other vehicles during an accident, which...