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What makes an override crash different from an underride crash?
Whether you call them big rigs, tractor-trailers or semitrucks, there is little question that commercial trucks are dangerous vehicles. Their drivers have to go through specialized education just to legally operate them, and they are also subject to stricter rules about how they behave on the roads. Commercial trucks can cause some of the…
Traumatic amputation after a collision with an 18-wheeler
A passenger vehicle is much smaller and lighter than an 18-wheeler. This means that the driver or passengers in the passenger vehicle may be more likely to suffer traumatic injuries after colliding with the much bigger vehicle. Vehicular accidents may happen with the people in the vehicle or vehicles either experiencing no injury or…
What damages can you acquire after a Texas 18-wheeler accident?
Surviving 18-wheeler accidents is fortunate, but even victims in the Baytown and East Houston regions of Texas that survive are often left suffering from catastrophic injuries. For example, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and spinal cord damage are two severe injuries associated with trucking accidents. A top concern for victims is physical recovery. However, they may not…
How can motorists avoid accidents with 18-wheelers?
The bigger the vehicle, sometimes the bigger the accident. When a car, motorcycle or pickup truck has an accident with a big rig, they often lose. One of the best approaches is prevention. Being proactive and educated about the possibilities and causes of accidents, can help to keep everyone on the road safe. However,…
Why do federal regulators require truckers to complete pre-trip inspections?
Unlike the average motorist, truckers cannot just turn the vehicle on and head off to their destination. It is a bit more complicated than that. Federal regulators require truckers to perform a pre-trip inspection to ensure their 18-wheeler is in the best possible condition before heading out on the road. There are a few…
The role accident reconstruction plays in 18-wheeler crashes
When catastrophic injury or wrongful death occurs in Texas 18-wheeler accidents, victims need all the help they can get. In most cases, this means acquiring adequate compensation from the responsible party or insurance companies. A valuable yet overlooked form of assistance involves having an authority reconstruct the accident to prove you deserve compensation. You…