When determining liability in truck accidents resulting in injuries or fatalities, several factors come at play, such as the existence of negligence. Considering these factors, there are instances when the driver’s employer—the trucking company—is partially or independently responsible. Violation of the trucking guidelines One of the apparent ways a truck company can be liable for […]

The semi-tractor trailers that transport goods to stores and warehouses in Florida and around the country usually have 18 wheels, and each of them weighs about 100 pounds. When a wheel falls off while a truck is in motion, other road users rarely have time to get out of the way and avoid injury. Flying […]

From cargo vans to 18-wheelers, delivery trucks are a common sight on the roads of Florida. An accident with one of these commercial vehicles could leave you with an unclear picture of who bears financial liability for your medical bills and other losses. Delivery vehicles can be driven by employees or independent contractors. Depending on […]

The most common types of commercial truck accidents in Florida include rear-end and head-on crashes, blindspot crashes, jackknife accidents, tire blowout accidents and underride crashes. Typically, the truck driver is much safer than the occupants of a car in a highway speed crash, but commercial truck accidents can still be dangerous and harm the livelihood […]