Although lauded for their environmental benefits, The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reported that “mini-cars” do a poor job of protecting their occupants. In fact, research shows that the chance of a fatality in collisions with mid-size vehicles is almost double that of larger vehicles, and that number is tripled in single “mini-car” crashes. Although mini-cars therefore may be more environmentally friendly than other vehicles, tension exists between being safe and being “green”. It’s not easy being green……
UPS endangers drivers, pays fine
March 6, 2011
As a truck accident attorney I have had the privilege to represent many UPS employees. Each has been incredibly dedicated, hard-working and conscientious. They should not be requires to drive trucks with cracked or rotted frames.