Do Truck Drivers Really Watch TV While They Are Driving?

Understanding why truck drivers get distracted can help us tackle the issue and promote safer driving in the trucking industry. Distractions often come from long hours on the road, the repetitive nature of driving, and the ease of accessing technology. These factors put the driver and everyone else sharing the road in danger.

Reasons Behind Distracted Driving Among Truck Drivers

Truck drivers often spend long hours behind the steering wheel, covering hundreds of miles each day. This can lead to monotonous conditions, particularly at night or when driving through remote areas with little variation in scenery. The mental fatigue of a trucking job can be extreme, and from these extended hours, some truck drivers seek out distractions to break up the monotony.

Hours of service regulations are designed to limit the time a truck driver can spend on the road without rest, reducing the hazard of fatigued driving. […]

How Many Truck Accidents Are There in a Year?

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, there are approximately 500,000 truck accidents in the United States each year.  This substantial number of accidents underscores the critical importance of understanding the factors contributing to truck crashes and the measures needed to enhance road safety for all users.

Trucks are a common sight on US roadways. Commercial vehicles alone make up a significant portion. The trucking industry has a duty of care in transporting billions of tons of freight each year, a major part of the US economy. Over 3.5 million American truck driversare employed in the United States, and trucks make up 5% of all registered vehicles in the US. If that does not sound high to you, consider how heavy trucks are. A big rig with a tractor-trailer may weigh up to 80,000 pounds, while the average car weighs less than 10,000. […]

How to Report an Erratic Truck Driver

Encounters with commercial trucks and tractor-trailers are often unavoidable. The average commuter will likely pass a truck on the freeway at any given time. Because of their size and weight, reckless drivers are a great danger to passenger vehicles.

The personal injury lawyers at Munley Law recognize this danger. For more than 60 years, Munley has provided legal services for victims of truck accidents and recovered millions in losses. Suppose you or a family member have already been injured due to the actions of an erratic truck driver. In that case, our experienced truck accident lawyers may be able to earn you compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and more

Why You Should Report Unsafe Driving

Unsafe driving in the trucking industry is a major safety issue. Research by the Department of Transportation‘s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has found that large truck crashes have been on the rise from year to year. […]

What to Do When Hazardous Materials Spill During a Truck Crash

What to do if you have been in a truck crash with chemical spills or hazardous materials

Tanker trucks transport the majority of U.S. shipments: they haul gasoline, diesel, specialty chemicals, food grade and dry bulk on a daily basis. With the increasing transportation of goods, the number of tanker truck accidents on our roads has also been on the rise. Tankers frequently haul hazardous and highly flammable materials, and a crash with these large, precarious vehicles could mean enduring serious burns, smoke inhalation injuries, or even death. Road surfaces can become extremely unsafe, air quality can be compromised, and fires and explosions can result from sudden hazardous waste disturbances.

If you or a loved one have been in a truck crash involving a hazardous materials spill, there may be multiple responsible parties, and the crash may require in-depth investigations. You will need a truck accident lawyer with a reputation, […]

What Are the Emergency Procedures a Truck Driver Must Take After a Truck Accident?

Truck drivers must comply with all regulated requirements for emergency efforts after a truck accident

Certain emergency procedures must be put into practice after a truck accident, and these efforts are mandatory for truck drivers. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) mandates rules and regulations to ensure safe roads, and trucker drivers have a definitive list of timely measures and protocols that must be taken when driving, and in the event of a truck accident.

If you or your loved one have been involved in a truck accident, dealing with the details and aftermath can be frustrating, stressful, and devastating: reach out to an experienced truck accident lawyer with a successful track record to get the support and guidance to ensure that no stone is left unturned. An experienced truck accident attorney at Munley Law has the resources and expertise to deal with commercial company’s representation and to fight for the compensation that you deserve. […]