Truck Accidents Archives

Weather Factors Contributing to a Jackknife Truck Accident

January 30
Truck Accidents

Poor weather conditions can significantly increase the risk of tractor trailers jackknifing. When the trailer portion of a tractor trailer starts mo... CONTINUE READING

Preventing Truck Accidents – The Smith System

This blog provides more information in response to a question on how to prevent truck accidents. It is also important for a truc... CONTINUE READING

Question on Semi Tire Blowout Near Car

A recent question from a viewer on our website was about a tire blowout on a truck traveling near a car. The car driver asked if truck drivers had special training. Truckers have extra training and extra duties. One part of training to prevent truck accidents is the daily inspections a trucker is trained to and... CONTINUE READING

8 Holiday Weekend Road Safety Travel Tips – Driving Near Trucks

Driving near semi-trucks can be intimidating, especially during the busy Thanksgiving weekend. Following these safety tips can reduce the risk of car-truck accidents: 1. Stay Visible & Avoid Blind Spots Sem... CONTINUE READING

Preventing Dump Truck Accidents

Dump truck drivers play a crucial role in construction and many industries. However, dump truck accidents are often devastating, and sometimes fat... CONTINUE READING

Automatic Emergency Braking in Heavy Trucks: A Major Step Towards Safer Roads

August 22
Truck Accidents

In our last blog post, we discussed the upcoming requirement for Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems in cars and light trucks by 2029. Today, we're excited to share news about a similar proposal for heavy vehicles, which could significantly impact road safety and potentially reduce the number of severe truck accidents on our roads. The Proposed Rule The U.S. Departme... CONTINUE READING

Trucking Laws and Regulations in New York State

July 31
Truck Accidents

The trucking industry plays a crucial role in the economy of New York State, facilitating the movement of goods and services across the state and beyond. However, the industry is subject to a complex web of federal and state regulations designed to ensure the safety of truck drivers, other road users, and the public. Experienced truck accident attorneys stay up to date and informed on... CONTINUE READING

How Much Do Semi Trucks Weigh?

July 29
Truck Accidents

In the United States, the transportation industry relies heavily on the nearly 14 million registered commercial trucks; they transported approximately 11 billion tons of freight in 2022. To achieve this, many semi-trucks and trailers are carrying the current maximum load weight... CONTINUE READING

Amazon Surpasses UPS and FedEx

December 11
Truck Accidents

Amazon Is Now the Largest Delivery Service in The United States FedEx and UPS were the largest names in delivery or courier services in the United States for a whi... CONTINUE READING

Governor Cuomo Addresses Penalizing Dangerous Tractor Trailer Operators

February 6
Truck Accidents

Governor Andrew Cuomo was in Buffalo addressing the Western New York blizzard of last week and associated dangerous road conditions. Governor Cuomo discussed the ban on buses and tractor trailers on major state highways, such as the I-90, New York State Thruway. After tractor-trailers contributed to a large pileup on I-90 he described truckers viola... CONTINUE READING