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If you do any driving around the Houston Metro area, you will be in proximity to many 18-wheelers. These big rigs move cargo from our ports to warehouses and retail outlets across the United States. We need trucks to keep our shelves and refrigerators well-stocked. But these highway behemoths also pose many dangers that…

It’s natural to be anxious when sharing the road with large trucks. This is because driving around large trucks isn’t the same as driving around normal-sized cars. 18-wheelers can weigh approximately 80,000 pounds, and this extra weight makes it hard for them to brake quickly. Unfortunately, accidents involving big rigs almost always cause serious…

Trucking is a very special industry that, in all likelihood, made America what it is today. Truckers experience many hardships on the road that only a few people could stand to live with: Harsh weather, long hours and poor road conditions.  Truckers don’t always get the reputation they deserve and are often disregarded as…

Modern 18-wheelers can weigh more than 80,000 pounds and be over 65 feet long. These giants are seen on roads in and around Texas every day, and while they are an essential part of the U.S. economy, they also pose serious risks to other drivers.  While rules and regulations have been established for those…

When it comes to the economy, everyone wants to see growth. After all, a growing economy means more jobs, higher wages, and greater opportunities. It also means more commercial trucks on the highway and increases the likelihood of you being in an accident with an 18-wheeler. Texas ranks No. 1 Texas ranks number one…

Being involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler can leave you with devastating injuries that will impact you and your family for the rest of your life. Common examples of catastrophic injuries that occur include traumatic brain injuries, loss of limbs and spinal cord damage (to name a few).  After an accident, your top…