Category: Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are far more dangerous than collisions with another passenger vehicle. The average passenger vehicle weighs around 4,300 pounds, while large trucks may weigh nearly 80,000 pounds. In a collision between a passenger vehicle and a big commercial truck, the passenger vehicle will suffer far more damage, and the people inside it will likely…
Losing a loved one suddenly in a truck crash is devastating. If your family is suffering because of a fatal semi-truck accident, you may be unsure of what to do next. At David Blackwell Law, we understand how excruciating this time can be – and we are here to help. Contact us today for a…
A truck accident can affect more than just the person who was injured in it. Rather, the aftermath can have a considerable impact on that person’s entire family. Loved ones may find themselves overwhelmed by the need to support the victim’s recovery while at the same time dealing with the consequences of lost income and…
It’s a smart move to talk to a lawyer after any collision in Lancaster. But if you’ve been involved in a truck wreck, you likely have much more severe injuries and greater financial losses than if you were injured in a car accident. When the stakes are this high, hiring a truck accident lawyer who…
When a serious truck accident upends your life, the road to recovery can feel overwhelming. Physical injuries, medical bills, lost income, and emotional distress are just some of the hurdles victims face. In South Carolina, truck accident victims may be entitled to compensation, including damages for the pain and suffering they endure. But how are…
After some car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, physical evidence at the scene and witness statements don’t provide a complete picture of what happened and who is responsible. We may turn to accident reconstruction specialists to help us answer questions and pinpoint liability – especially after multi-vehicle collisions, conflicting accounts, suspected vehicle defects, or other unexplained…
To bring a successful truck accident claim, you must have the necessary evidence to prove your case. The collection and preservation of evidence begins at the truck accident scene and continues during the discovery process. The importance of evidence in commercial truck accident claims cannot be overstated. As a personal injury lawyer with over 25…
Recent developments in sensors and artificial intelligence have brought self-driving motor vehicles closer to reality on American highways. Many new passenger vehicles already have “driver assist” capabilities, and fully automated vehicles are under development. In the U.S. trucking industry, multiple companies have plans to put thousands of self-driving tractor-trailers and other large trucks on the road…
What does it mean when you hear about the details and data from a “black box” in a plane or truck crash? It refers to the event data recorder (EDR), which, for a truck, records a wealth of details about the truck’s operation just before, during, and after a collision. For a truck accident lawyer…
If you recently suffered severe injuries in a semi-truck accident, you are probably experiencing considerable financial strain as you struggle to recover. Medical expenses can add up quickly, and keeping up with your bills could be even more difficult if you’re too hurt to work. At times like these, it’s natural to wonder how much…