Whether it’s medical malpractice, a car accident, or a slip and fall accident, most of the personal injury claims that a Durham personal injury lawyer handles require that you prove that the responsible party was negligent in some way. However, negligence can be a difficult concept for non-lawyers to understand […]
North Carolina Weather and Trucking Accidents: The Hidden Risks of Fog, Ice, and Rain
North Carolina experiences a diverse range of weather conditions throughout the year, from heavy rainstorms and dense fog to icy winter roads. While these weather patterns pose challenges for all drivers, they are particularly hazardous for truck drivers. The size and weight of commercial trucks make them more difficult to […]
What Happens When an Out-of-State Driver Causes a Truck Accident?
Truck accident cases are frequently far more complicated than accidents involving cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles. When the driver that caused the accident or the trucking company involved is based out of state, that adds a further layer of complexity to an already challenging situation. Accident victims can have an […]
Hit by a Tractor-Trailer – What are My Rights?
Being involved in an accident with a tractor-trailer can be a terrifying experience. Not only can these large trucks cause severe injuries and extensive property damage, but they can also result in wrongful death. If you or a loved one has been impacted by an accident involving a tractor-trailer, it […]
Why Do Truck Accident Victims Have Trouble Getting Fair Compensation?
Trucks are much heavier than passenger vehicles making them difficult to stop. When they collide with other vehicles, the driver and passenger of those vehicles often suffer catastrophic injuries. Victims of truck accidents often have an extremely difficult time obtaining full and fair compensation for their injuries. Why are truck […]
Recovering Damages in North Carolina Truck Accident Lawsuits – 5 Things You Need to Know
Truck accidents can cause life-altering injuries, significant property damage, and emotional trauma. Victims of such accidents often face mounting medical bills, lost wages, and physical and emotional suffering. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident in North Carolina, you have the right to pursue compensation through a lawsuit. Understanding […]
Proving Liability in North Carolina Truck Accident Cases
Truck accidents are among the most devastating types of vehicle collisions, often resulting in severe injuries, extensive property damage, and fatalities. In North Carolina, victims of truck accidents face unique challenges when seeking compensation due to the complex nature of these cases. Establishing liability is a critical step in obtaining […]
Common Violations of Trucking Industry Regulations
While all drivers are subject to state and local traffic laws, commercial truck drivers are subject to federal trucking regulations promulgated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), an agency of the Department of Transportation. These regulations impose numerous obligations on drivers and trucking companies in order to protect […]
Truck Driver Arrested For I-95 Crash that Killed Five People
State troopers have arrested a tractor-trailer driver after a fiery crash on I-95 in Wilson County that took the lives of five people Wednesday afternoon. News reports indicate that speeding was a factor in the collision. “Sadly, this is one of the worst highway tragedies in North Carolina history,” expressed […]
Truck Accidents Caused by Soft Road Shoulders
You may have seen signs warning of a “soft shoulder” and not given it much thought. A soft shoulder is when the side of the road is a different material than the roadway itself, such as compacted dirt, gravel, or other materials. By contrast, interstates and other major highways tend […]
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