Bigger vehicles can easily cause severe injuries in collision scenarios. When a semi-truck strikes a passenger vehicle, the occupants of the vehicle are at risk of catastrophic injuries, including spinal cord injuries. Incomplete spinal cord injuries may cause...
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Truck Accidents
Can a truck accident cause traumatic brain injuries?
When a semi-truck collides with your car, the physics are unforgiving. The massive weight disparity can cause a jolt that heavily impacts your neck and head, leading to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). The causes of TBIs in truck accidents A truck accident often causes...
How winter weather impacts the chances of a truck crash
Many of the worst collisions reported every year take place during the winter months. Indiana sees plenty of snow each year, as well as ice, sleet and slush when temperatures rise. Any driver may potentially struggle to account for slippery, dangerous road conditions....
Truck accident injuries in Northwest Indiana: What to know
Truck accidents can change your life in an instant. They may leave drivers or passengers with serious injuries, medical bills, and uncertainty about the future. If you live or work in St. John, Crown Point, or nearby Lake and Porter Counties, it’s critical to know...
3 common truck accident causes in Indiana
A truck accident is one of the most frightening things you can experience on Indiana roads. The massive size and weight of commercial trucks can cause devastating damage. Recovering physically can be hard enough, but exploring compensation on your own can be...
How is a truck accident case different than a typical car accident case?
An accident involving a truck is different from those involving passenger vehicles for many reasons. First, truck accidents often result in more severe consequences due to the size and weight of commercial vehicles. Second, these cases involve complex legal issues and...
What makes commercial trucking accidents so complex?
If you suffer damage or injury in an accident involving a commercial truck, you have the right to seek compensation from the liable party. When you attempt to do so, however, you might quickly realize that large truck accidents are far more complex than you expect....
How to drive safe around an 18-wheeler
Large commercial vehicles are common on most highways. Due to their size, 18-wheel trucks have special handling needs. Here are some tips to help you navigate your car safely when sharing the road with 18-wheelers. Maintain a safe distance 18-wheel trucks require a...
Substance abuse on the rise in commercial trucking
Driving a truck for a living involves certain challenges. Some truckers across Indiana and the rest of the nation find themselves turning to drugs to combat the rigors of the profession. In fact, research shows that the number of professional truck drivers using drugs...
What are the dangers of an overloaded truck?
Every road has a weight limit. The limits may vary depending on the characteristics of the road. The design is usually fine for passenger vehicles, but larger trucks and commercial vehicles have to be aware of how much their vehicle weighs so they can safely travel....
