Common Injuries in Truck Accidents The difference in weight between a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle is massive. Unfortunately, that means that when a truck hits a car, the occupants of the smaller vehicle are likely to sustain serious injuries. Some common truck accident injuries include: Why Victims Must Seek Immediate Medical Attention There are several reasons […]

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Although truck driver error or vehicle mechanical failures often cause or contribute to catastrophic truck accidents, poor road conditions – due to weather, inadequate road maintenance, or poor roadway design – are another critical factor in many accidents. If you were injured in a big rig truck accident, you need an experienced truck accident lawyer […]

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All vehicle accidents can be devastating and life-changing, whether they involve cars, motorcycles, or semi-trucks. Property damage, serious injuries, high medical bills, and loss of life can result from any roadway accident. Despite similar impacts, it’s essential to understand how truck accident claims differ from auto accident claims. The size of the vehicles and the complex […]

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Regular maintenance checks are vital to keeping any vehicle in good working order. This is especially true for large commercial vehicles, which are under considerable mechanical stress week in and week out. These vehicles also weigh up to 20 times more than the average passenger car, which puts more stress on the truck’s parts and […]

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There are many dangers and potential consequences to being in any type of traffic accident. However, collisions involving large commercial vehicles have a far greater potential to cause catastrophic damage and life-altering injuries. The size disparity between trucks and passenger vehicles, differences in handling, and the layered insurance policies of many trucking companies can make […]

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Semi-trucks are the lifeblood of the transportation industry. Every year, these machines transport goods across the nation, ensuring that the things we need are where we need them. Unfortunately, these mammoth vehicles can cause catastrophic accidents when mishandled, and these accidents may impact victims for the rest of their lives. At Silkman Law Firm Injury & […]

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Semi-truck accidents can be devastating, leading to life-altering injuries, significant property damage, and even fatalities. Truck accident victims are often overwhelmed and not sure what to do next. However, there are three semi-truck accident laws that can help you understand your rights after this type of crash. Our Arizona semi-truck accident attorney is also an […]

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There’s an object in most semi-trucks called a black box recorder. Its official name is electronic control module (ECM) or event data recorder (EDR). They’re devices installed in motor vehicles to record technical vehicle and occupant information for a brief period of time before, during, and after a crash. According to the National Highway Traffic […]

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No one wants to be in any sort of traffic accident. Whether you drive for business or pleasure, what starts as a way to get from point A to point B can quickly turn to tragedy. Today, we explore two crash situations and look at how, even when faced with adversity, the use of a […]

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Admit it. You’ve driven while talking or texting on your cell phone. We’ve all done it. We just can’t help ourselves. We need to read an email or check social media. We think it won’t hurt anyone because we’re at a red light but the truth is that sometimes we don’t put the phone down […]

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