Truck drivers are often on the road for long hours, which can lead to driver fatigue. When truck drivers are tired, they may not be able to focus on the road and may be more likely to cause a hit & run crash. Trucks also require more time to stop, so when a truck driver is speeding or not paying attention, they may not be able to stop in time if they need to and will end up crashing into another...
Being in an accident on the road is one of most drivers' fears. Sharing the already dangerous roads with a semi-truck can heighten nervousness in drivers. Even at a distance, commercial trucks are intimidating and large. Truck drivers are generally responsible on the road, but poor judgment, and human error, paired with potential mechanical problems, can lead to devastating truck accidents. But what do you...
It's getting colder again, and during these colder months, we see many holidays and with them increased interstate and highway travel. Having a tire fail on the freeway is a terrifying experience and can be easily avoided with some simple steps. Most people don't think to check their tire pressure or get their tires rotated before hitting the road, but it only takes a few minutes and could prevent serious...
Keeping in mind how many goods are being delivered to and from Utah, it's no shock for motorists to encounter a semi-truck on the roads. Most semi-trucks are of massive size and weight compared to other vehicles on the road, meaning that they will probably cause a devastating accident if they collided with another motorist. In most collision cases involving a big rig, the company they work for is to blame,...
Many people in Utah worry daily about getting home safely when they are on the road, especially when traveling on the highway alongside many semi-trucks. Even though truck drivers, as a whole, are often safer vehicle operators than most of the other public transportations, the size, weight, and volume of a semi-truck can lead to car accidents that are extremely catastrophic and brutally lethal. It is far...
A semi-truck accident is one of the most severe situations that can happen while traveling on a freeway. These large vehicles can cause huge amounts of damage to property and claim lives when an accident occurs. Utah’s highways have already started to see their fair share of accidents and dangerous winter driving conditions this season. One section of the highway, in particular, has experienced an...
Alcohol or drugs both make truck accidents more likely to occur. When truck drivers engage in these behaviors during adverse weather conditions, it only increases the risks. Impacts which are likely to affect drivers of tractor-trailers, 18 wheelers, and other big rigs include: Wet, slippery roads; Poor visibility due to fog and glare; Increased likelihood for traffic tie-ups; Road closures and...
Every year over 100 people lose their lives on Utah’s roads. If you have read online articles regarding traffic safety, you have probably heard that the largest risk factor has to do with distracted driving. Over half of all traffic accidents are caused by someone operating a vehicle without giving full attention to the road. The main culprit is, of course, using a cell phone behind the wheel....
Another life was tragically lost due to a large semi-truck accident that took place in August on I-15. This particular accident occurred when the commercial driver fell asleep and, upon waking, overcorrected and caused an accident. This happened just shortly after Utah Highway Patrol ended their "drowsy driving awareness week." More details about this accident can be found via ABC 4's coverage of the Box...
Over the years, our personal injury attorneys in Salt Lake City, UT, see residents’ same concerns. We have found that many people are hesitant to contact an attorney because they are either misinformed or intimidated by the whole process. The truth of the matter is that working with an injury lawyer is different from other law areas. If you were involved in a large semi-truck accident, chances are you...