We live in a busy world. People today have more to do than ever before, with less and less time to do it in—thanks to growing commutes. Tired driving seems like an unavoidable part of getting around, but it shouldn’t be that way. The longer you stay awake, the riskier your driving gets. This risk […]
We’re all guilty of it—the date and mileage listed on our window sticker comes and goes, and yet we keep putting the miles on without a trip to the dealership. After all, if everything sounds okay, what could go wrong? While stretching out the time between maintenance appointments for a passenger vehicle may be a […]
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When you suffer injuries in a truck accident, you will need to prove the accident was the result of the truck driver’s or another party’s negligence to obtain compensation. Dashcam footage can be a powerful piece of evidence that can help you prove what really happened. An experienced attorney will be able to gather information […]
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After a truck accident, it’s natural for the injured victims to feel anxious about settling their claim because of the mounting medical bills and their inability to earn wages while they are recovering. Based on this, you should not jump the gun in accepting an early settlement until you have reached your maximum medical improvement […]
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Commercial trucks are at a higher risk of causing or being involved in sideswipe accidents because of blind spots on the side, front, and back of the vehicle. Truck drivers can’t always see what’s around them, making it dangerous and difficult to change lanes or turn. It’s crucial to hire a successful commercial truck accident […]
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Truck accident injuries can be disastrous and life-altering. Nothing leaves a more visible, physically disfiguring, and emotionally damaging mark on a victim than a facial injury. The massive momentum, size, and weight of trucks can combine together in unfortunate circumstances to cause deeply invasive injuries to the face and neck. If you or a loved […]
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Medical release forms give insurance company adjusters access to your complete medical records. You are essentially giving ammunition to the insurance adjuster to disprove your claim and opening a door to question your credibility and claim. The only time it’s okay to sign a medical release is when it is needed by your own insurance […]
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Fatal truck accidents resulting in the truck driver’s death are devastating for the family members. The situation gets more complicated when you know the accident could have been prevented. When truck drivers are killed in collisions during the course of their work, it’s not always due to their own fault. The accident could be attributed […]
Collisions involving large trucks can have severe consequences for the victims. But when the truck’s cargo is oil and gas, an accident can lead to particularly devastating injuries or fatalities. The impact of an oilfield truck accident doesn’t remain restricted to those working in the oilfield. Instead, it has the possibility to affect an entire […]
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Winter driving is challenging enough for the best of drivers. Moist environment, icy roads, slick streets, and poor visibility only make it harder for truck drivers. The risk of any type of road accident becomes higher during the cold months. Semi-truck rollover accidents are particularly common during the winter season. You should choose a reputable […]
The Role of Driver Fatigue in Commercial Truck Accidents
/by Bailey, Javins & CarterWe live in a busy world. People today have more to do than ever before, with less and less time to do it in—thanks to growing commutes. Tired driving seems like an unavoidable part of getting around, but it shouldn’t be that way. The longer you stay awake, the riskier your driving gets. This risk […]
The Importance of Proper Maintenance in Preventing Commercial Truck Accidents
/by Bailey Javins and Carter LCWe’re all guilty of it—the date and mileage listed on our window sticker comes and goes, and yet we keep putting the miles on without a trip to the dealership. After all, if everything sounds okay, what could go wrong? While stretching out the time between maintenance appointments for a passenger vehicle may be a […]
Using Dashcam Evidence in Your Truck Accident Claim
/by Bailey Javins and CarterWhen you suffer injuries in a truck accident, you will need to prove the accident was the result of the truck driver’s or another party’s negligence to obtain compensation. Dashcam footage can be a powerful piece of evidence that can help you prove what really happened. An experienced attorney will be able to gather information […]
What Does Maximum Medical Improvement Mean in a Truck Crash Claim?
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.After a truck accident, it’s natural for the injured victims to feel anxious about settling their claim because of the mounting medical bills and their inability to earn wages while they are recovering. Based on this, you should not jump the gun in accepting an early settlement until you have reached your maximum medical improvement […]
What Makes Sideswipe Truck Collisions So Dangerous?
/by Bailey Javins and CarterCommercial trucks are at a higher risk of causing or being involved in sideswipe accidents because of blind spots on the side, front, and back of the vehicle. Truck drivers can’t always see what’s around them, making it dangerous and difficult to change lanes or turn. It’s crucial to hire a successful commercial truck accident […]
Facial Injuries Frequently Caused by Truck Accidents
/by Bailey Javins and Carter LCTruck accident injuries can be disastrous and life-altering. Nothing leaves a more visible, physically disfiguring, and emotionally damaging mark on a victim than a facial injury. The massive momentum, size, and weight of trucks can combine together in unfortunate circumstances to cause deeply invasive injuries to the face and neck. If you or a loved […]
Why You Shouldn’t Give an Insurance Adjuster Your Health History
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.Medical release forms give insurance company adjusters access to your complete medical records. You are essentially giving ammunition to the insurance adjuster to disprove your claim and opening a door to question your credibility and claim. The only time it’s okay to sign a medical release is when it is needed by your own insurance […]
Can Truck Drivers’ Families Get Compensation After Fatal Crashes?
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.Fatal truck accidents resulting in the truck driver’s death are devastating for the family members. The situation gets more complicated when you know the accident could have been prevented. When truck drivers are killed in collisions during the course of their work, it’s not always due to their own fault. The accident could be attributed […]
The Dangers of Truck Accidents in The Oil and Gas Industry
/by Bailey Javins and CarterCollisions involving large trucks can have severe consequences for the victims. But when the truck’s cargo is oil and gas, an accident can lead to particularly devastating injuries or fatalities. The impact of an oilfield truck accident doesn’t remain restricted to those working in the oilfield. Instead, it has the possibility to affect an entire […]
The Dangers of Semi-Truck Rollovers During Winter Driving
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.Winter driving is challenging enough for the best of drivers. Moist environment, icy roads, slick streets, and poor visibility only make it harder for truck drivers. The risk of any type of road accident becomes higher during the cold months. Semi-truck rollover accidents are particularly common during the winter season. You should choose a reputable […]