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Don’t ignore persistent knee pain after a vehicle collision
Most people do not connect severe knee pain to their recent commercial vehicle accident. However, this part of the body is vulnerable during a crash and can become seriously injured. Often, a knee injury is immediately apparent. Other times, the onset of knee injury symptoms is the first clue. Crash-related knee injuries are not…
Why didn’t that 18-wheeler stop in time to avoid a crash?
Some vehicle crashes come as a total surprise. Others appear to play out in slow motion. Seeing an 18-wheeler bearing down on you is something you will remember for the rest of your life. If the driver could not stop those 18 wheels turning in time, you are probably facing massive medical bills and…
Why defensive driving is crucial around trucks
If you drive long enough, you will pass plenty of crashes on the roads. If you have been lucky enough to avoid being in one yourself, it is crucial to remember that they are always a possibility. Defensive driving reduces the chances you are in a crash. As 18-wheelers can do you more harm…
Texas is seeing an increase in 18-wheeler accidents
Texas has the unfortunate distinction of leading the nation in fatalities involving 18-wheelers. In 2020, there were 22,214 crashes, with 414 of them being fatal. While this number is alarming, it is possible to take steps to prevent these accidents from happening. What can we do to reduce the number of these accidents and…
Overlooked symptoms of a traumatic brain injury
Going through a motor vehicle accident can be a challenging and stressful experience, especially if you are hit by a large vehicle like an 18-wheeler. In addition to being able to cause a lot of damage, the image of the large truck moving towards you is not one that is easy to forget. As…
Teen truck drivers may soon be on the roads
When you have to share the road with 18-wheelers, it’s very easy to feel how much bigger and more dangerous those vehicles are. The statistics bear this out. Most of the time, when a semi-truck is involved in an accident, it is those in the smaller vehicle who have greater odds of being injured. …