2024
Car accidents have dire consequences, including life-threatening injuries and fatalities. The overwhelming experience of an injury makes it challenging for the injured victim to remain calm and objective. You should take the proper steps after the crash, including notifying the local police department. Once an officer arrives at the scene,…
Although motorcycles comprise 3% of all registered vehicles and 0.7% of vehicle miles in the United States, they accounted for 14.6% of all traffic fatalities and 3.5% of injuries in 2022. Motorcycles are less stable and have high-performance features. When a motorcycle crashes, the rider lacks the enclosed protection of…
Personal injury claims allow injured victims to obtain compensation from one or more at-fault parties. An injured party must demonstrate negligence by the defendant to obtain compensation for their losses. In personal injury lawsuits, recklessness and negligence are often used interchangeably, though they are different levels of harmful conduct. Understanding…
Accident victims typically sue for pain and suffering when another’s actions or negligence result in significant emotional or physical distress. If the negligent party passes away in the accident or afterward, victims will sometimes sue an estate for pain and suffering damages. But, can you sue an estate for pain…
A reefer truck is a specialized refrigerated trailer transporting perishable and temperature-sensitive goods. These refrigerated trailers are attached to semi-trucks to fulfill logistics requirements. Reefer trucks are not limited to cooling needs; they also serve transport requirements for heated goods. The temperature of a reefer truck can vary from subzero…
Deadheading is a common practice in trucking where a semi-truck driver carries an attached trailer with no weight. It mainly occurs when the truck driver returns to the point of origin with an empty trailer. Deadheading is often used as a basis for transport strategies to optimize transport efficiency. Transport…
Most states require drivers to carry a minimum insurance coverage, including liability insurance. However, some states have additional insurance requirements, such as personal injury protection. Carrying minimum insurance coverage provides crucial financial protection in an at-fault accident. Most importantly, higher insurance coverage gives you an upper hand when involved in…
Although motorcycles account for 3% of all registered vehicles, they make up 14% of traffic fatalities. In the United States, a total of 6,222 motorcyclists died in traffic crashes in 2022, a 23% increase from three years prior. Various states, including New Mexico, have motorcycle laws and regulations to protect…
Trucks are a big part of how we move things around our country, but not all trucks look the same. There are many different types of trucks on the road, and each one can cause different kinds of accidents. A truck accident lawyer will help you understand your rights and…
Being in a car accident is always frightening, but getting rear-ended while stopped can be particularly shocking. If this happens to you, you may have many questions about what to do next. A car accident lawyer will guide you through the process, ensuring you understand your rights and receive the…