Out of the more than 34,000 deadly car crashes that occur every year in West Virginia and the rest of the U.S., about 4,000 involve at least one large truck or bus. The number of truck crashes has risen in Florida especially, going from 23,515 in 2014 to 32,513 in...
Truck Accidents
Some deadly trucking crashes linked to fatigue
West Virginia motorists may be particularly worried about the dangers of truck accidents, because crashes involving semi-trucks and passenger vehicles are far more harmful to the occupants of smaller vehicles. The size and mass of large trucks mean that anyone in a...
2019 CVSA roadcheck to emphasize steering, suspension safety
Each year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance holds a three-day inspection spree called the International Roadcheck. During this event, CMV drivers in West Virginia and across the US are liable to be stopped at random for inspections. If they pass, they receive a...
Have you considered this cause of truck accidents?
When you get into any motor vehicle accident, one of the most important steps is determining fault, as it affects who can recover damages and how much. Accidents with semitrucks tend to be the fault of the truck driver. However, what if you both claim innocence, and...
Groups push lawmakers to make truck safety devices mandatory
It's safe to assume that anyone in West Virginia who shares the road with large trucks has a vested interest in doing everything possible to improve safety. This is why two groups, the Truck Safety Coalition and Road Safe America, are asking lawmakers in Congress to...
FMCSA regulations are strict on trucker cellphone use
As a driver, you are probably aware of laws pertaining to cellphone use in passenger cars, but are there different rules for truckers?If the big rig in front of you begins weaving a little, has the driver taken his or her attention off the road to call a spouse or...
What does the circadian rhythm have to do with truckers?
Safety is a major concern for everyone who operates a vehicle, and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration keeps up with issues that affect commercial truck drivers. Fatigue is one of those issues, and the circadian rhythm has a part to play in it.The...
A slight increase in serious accidents involving large trucks
Most West Virginians exercise caution when driving, especially if they are traveling near large trucks. Statistics support the need for this caution. Over the last few years, there has been an uptick in the number of accidents involving ready-mix concrete trucks and...
Understanding trucks can make motorists safer
West Virginia drivers typically encounter all sorts of vehicles while on the highways and streets. In addition to being focused on their own driving, motorists must be constantly on the watch for danger coming from others. This is never more critical than when sharing...
4 reasons why truck accidents are more common during the holidays
Passenger cars are not the only vehicles crowding the roads during the holidays. Semi trucks and other commercial vehicles are everywhere as they rush to deliver food, retail products and supplies during the busiest time of year.Historically, the holiday season brings...