No one wants to tangle with a big rig on the highway. The massive size of a large truck or 18-wheeler alone can contribute to catastrophic injury and death. The size differential between a 40-ton fully loaded commercial motor vehicle (CMV) and an average weight of...
Trucks are often seen on North Carolina’s busy roads and highways, and truckers have a great responsibility to drive safely, so that everyone else on the road is safe. Unfortunately, operating such a huge vehicle while trying to navigate through complicated routes and...
Semi-trucks are commonly seen on the highways of North Carolina, and most of the time truckers handle these behemoth vehicles with safety in mind. Sadly, serious truck accidents still occur when a trucker fails to meet their duty of care and drives recklessly. Because...
Truck accidents are a concern on the roads in Fayetteville, throughout North Carolina and across the United States. Accidents can happen for many reasons and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) assesses the causes and strives to formulate...
You’ve been injured in a truck accident. Now what? That’s a question that we find many truck accident victims asking. These individuals oftentimes want to find accountability for their injuries, but they don’t necessarily have the time, energy, or legal knowledge to...
Physics is the study of how things move. While most Fayetteville residents may not think of it, the laws of physics play an important role in our daily lives, including the way we drive. In reality, physics explains both what causes an accident and what happens in the...
There are a lot of laws and regulations in place aimed at ensuring trucking safety, and for good reason. These massive rigs can leave devastation in their wake when they’re involved in an accident, and unsuspecting motorists are often left to pay the price. Yet, the...
There can be several factors contributing to a truck accident. A distracted, fatigued, or intoxicated trucker can certainly lack the response time and driving abilities necessary to ensure roadway safety, but a poorly maintained truck can be just as dangerous in the...
The problem with accidents involving semi-trucks and other commercial vehicles is one of size. When their driver makes a mistake, the mass and volume of these trucks greatly increases the likelihood of catastrophic damage, injury and death for those who become...
The supply chain shortages that are resulting in empty store shelves in North Carolina highlight the important role semi-truck drivers play in interstate commerce. Semi-truck drivers often spend long hours on the road to earn a sustainable income. Long hours combined...