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Driverless Trucking and Its Impact on Road Safety

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. February 19, 2024

Technology has changed the trucking industry in a multitude of ways, but the biggest change is yet to come. Significant investments have been made into autonomous trucks that can drive longer, drive at irregular hours, and address shortages within the industry. As a driver, it’s important that you know the current status of these developments […]

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Contractor Negligence Suspected in Cabell County, WV Building Collapse

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. February 16, 2024

The ongoing landslide in Cabell County, West Virginia, is a terrifying sight. Homes in its path hang precariously on the edge of the eroding hillside, their fates uncertain. A large big box store in Barboursville has already been consumed by the shifting earth, with other businesses facing imminent danger. Roadways are threatened, further disrupting an […]

Read More »

How Social Media Can Help or Hinder Your Truck Accident Case

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. February 6, 2024

Social media is an unavoidable part of modern life. Even those who strive to stay off of social media may inadvertently end up on others’ posts. The majority of adults use at least one social media platform, and many find themselves scrolling through two or three on a daily basis. Knowing this, it should come […]

Read More »

Sleep Apnea and Truck Drivers: A Public Health Issue with Private Consequences

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. January 30, 2024

Sleep disorders can have a severe impact on your physical and mental health. Good sleep is the cornerstone of mental and physical functioning, and sleep disorders can slowly chip away at your health. Sleep apnea is particularly dangerous because it’s hard to detect unless you have someone else watching out for you. Sleep apnea is […]

Read More »

Beyond the Big Rig: Often-Overlooked Culprits in Trucking Accidents

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. January 26, 2024

When a truck accident occurs, people often point their fingers at the truck driver or the driver of the smaller vehicle. In truth, it’s often not quite that cut-and-dry. There are many factors that can lead to a truck accident, and it’s important to get the full story before making any judgments. Keep reading to […]

Read More »

Bailey, Javins & Carter Files Lawsuit Against Amazon in Hidden Camera Case

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. January 23, 2024

Bailey, Javins & Carter, LC has filed a lawsuit on behalf of an underage Brazilian exchange student against Amazon over their role in enabling a Huntington man to secretly record videos of her with a hidden camera. This lawsuit has received worldwide attention, with stories published in outlets such as Fox News, BBC, the New […]

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Common Causes of Delivery Truck Accidents

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. December 18, 2023

The closer we get to Christmas, the more delivery trucks you’re going to see on the roads. That means switching lanes to get around a parked truck in the middle of the road, slowing down as a delivery driver looks for the right house number, and being prepared for drivers operating in areas they are […]

Read More »

How Truck Size and Weight Contribute to Accidents

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. December 10, 2023

It’s no secret that tractor-trailer crashes are catastrophic for everyone involved. The sight of an overturned tractor-trailer with cargo strewn across the road is hard to forget, especially when you learn about the serious injuries that often come with these collisions. A truck’s size and weight play a major role in accidents and understanding this […]

Read More »

How Truck Accidents Can Lead to Chronic Pain Conditions

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. December 5, 2023

Truck accidents can leave victims with a long list of injuries, from broken bones and road rash to traumatic brain injuries and amputations. The force of a truck accident is severe enough to cause permanent damage, and some victims are left struggling with chronic pain for the rest of their lives. Not only does chronic […]

Read More »

Who Is Liable for a Wheel-Off Trucking Accident?

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. November 26, 2023

While every truck accident has the potential to cause catastrophic injuries, some are more dangerous than others. Wheel-off accidents are particularly dangerous; not only is the tire a hazard to others on the road, but the truck is also completely out of the driver’s control. Learn more about wheel-off accidents and who may be liable […]

Read More »

Truck Maintenance and Accidents: Who Is Liable?

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. November 15, 2023

Tractor-trailers undergo an enormous amount of wear and tear every single day, putting on hundreds more miles than the average passenger vehicle. That’s why the FMCSA has rigorous inspection requirements for tractor-trailers. What happens when a truck that has been poorly maintained—or not maintained at all—goes on to cause an accident? If you’ve been injured […]

Read More »

The Importance of a Spoliation Letter in Truck Accident Cases

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. November 5, 2023

One of the few silver linings of a truck accident is that there is a huge array of evidence available to victims. No one ever wants to be involved in an accident—but if you are, you at least want enough evidence to prove your case and be made whole. Your attorney may send out something […]

Read More »

How Cargo Loading Errors Can Cause Trucking Accidents

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. October 24, 2023

When you see a commercial truck on the road, you likely don’t worry about it overturning or fishtailing off the road. You assume it’s properly loaded, and that the driver knows what they’re doing. Unfortunately, cargo loading errors cause a significant number of accidents every single year. The way a truck is loaded has a […]

Read More »

Driverless Trucking and Its Impact on Road Safety

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. February 19, 2024

Technology has changed the trucking industry in a multitude of ways, but the biggest change is yet to come. Significant investments have been made into autonomous trucks that can drive longer, drive at irregular hours, and address shortages within the industry. As a driver, it’s important that you know the current status of these developments […]

Read More »

Contractor Negligence Suspected in Cabell County, WV Building Collapse

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. February 16, 2024

The ongoing landslide in Cabell County, West Virginia, is a terrifying sight. Homes in its path hang precariously on the edge of the eroding hillside, their fates uncertain. A large big box store in Barboursville has already been consumed by the shifting earth, with other businesses facing imminent danger. Roadways are threatened, further disrupting an […]

Read More »

How Social Media Can Help or Hinder Your Truck Accident Case

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. February 6, 2024

Social media is an unavoidable part of modern life. Even those who strive to stay off of social media may inadvertently end up on others’ posts. The majority of adults use at least one social media platform, and many find themselves scrolling through two or three on a daily basis. Knowing this, it should come […]

Read More »

Sleep Apnea and Truck Drivers: A Public Health Issue with Private Consequences

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. January 30, 2024

Sleep disorders can have a severe impact on your physical and mental health. Good sleep is the cornerstone of mental and physical functioning, and sleep disorders can slowly chip away at your health. Sleep apnea is particularly dangerous because it’s hard to detect unless you have someone else watching out for you. Sleep apnea is […]

Read More »

Beyond the Big Rig: Often-Overlooked Culprits in Trucking Accidents

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. January 26, 2024

When a truck accident occurs, people often point their fingers at the truck driver or the driver of the smaller vehicle. In truth, it’s often not quite that cut-and-dry. There are many factors that can lead to a truck accident, and it’s important to get the full story before making any judgments. Keep reading to […]

Read More »

Bailey, Javins & Carter Files Lawsuit Against Amazon in Hidden Camera Case

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. January 23, 2024

Bailey, Javins & Carter, LC has filed a lawsuit on behalf of an underage Brazilian exchange student against Amazon over their role in enabling a Huntington man to secretly record videos of her with a hidden camera. This lawsuit has received worldwide attention, with stories published in outlets such as Fox News, BBC, the New […]

Read More »

Common Causes of Delivery Truck Accidents

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. December 18, 2023

The closer we get to Christmas, the more delivery trucks you’re going to see on the roads. That means switching lanes to get around a parked truck in the middle of the road, slowing down as a delivery driver looks for the right house number, and being prepared for drivers operating in areas they are […]

Read More »

How Truck Size and Weight Contribute to Accidents

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. December 10, 2023

It’s no secret that tractor-trailer crashes are catastrophic for everyone involved. The sight of an overturned tractor-trailer with cargo strewn across the road is hard to forget, especially when you learn about the serious injuries that often come with these collisions. A truck’s size and weight play a major role in accidents and understanding this […]

Read More »

How Truck Accidents Can Lead to Chronic Pain Conditions

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. December 5, 2023

Truck accidents can leave victims with a long list of injuries, from broken bones and road rash to traumatic brain injuries and amputations. The force of a truck accident is severe enough to cause permanent damage, and some victims are left struggling with chronic pain for the rest of their lives. Not only does chronic […]

Read More »

Who Is Liable for a Wheel-Off Trucking Accident?

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. November 26, 2023

While every truck accident has the potential to cause catastrophic injuries, some are more dangerous than others. Wheel-off accidents are particularly dangerous; not only is the tire a hazard to others on the road, but the truck is also completely out of the driver’s control. Learn more about wheel-off accidents and who may be liable […]

Read More »

Truck Maintenance and Accidents: Who Is Liable?

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. November 15, 2023

Tractor-trailers undergo an enormous amount of wear and tear every single day, putting on hundreds more miles than the average passenger vehicle. That’s why the FMCSA has rigorous inspection requirements for tractor-trailers. What happens when a truck that has been poorly maintained—or not maintained at all—goes on to cause an accident? If you’ve been injured […]

Read More »

The Importance of a Spoliation Letter in Truck Accident Cases

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. November 5, 2023

One of the few silver linings of a truck accident is that there is a huge array of evidence available to victims. No one ever wants to be involved in an accident—but if you are, you at least want enough evidence to prove your case and be made whole. Your attorney may send out something […]

Read More »

How Cargo Loading Errors Can Cause Trucking Accidents

Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C. October 24, 2023

When you see a commercial truck on the road, you likely don’t worry about it overturning or fishtailing off the road. You assume it’s properly loaded, and that the driver knows what they’re doing. Unfortunately, cargo loading errors cause a significant number of accidents every single year. The way a truck is loaded has a […]

Read More »
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