Semi-trucks are crucial in the transportation industry, delivering goods across vast distances. But while these trucks are designed to handle substantial cargo, certain loads can pose significant risks and present major challenges for drivers. Understanding the most...
Truck Accidents
Are people with sleep apnea allowed to be truck drivers?
Certain medical conditions are so dangerous that they make it risky for people to drive. Epilepsy that cannot be managed effectively is a perfect example. Those who might have a seizure at any time typically cannot retain their driving privileges. There are a host of...
Balancing inexperienced drivers with a pressing shortage
Many industries are facing labor shortages. In some cases, candidates that would take months or longer to learn a job are going through the process faster than usual to meet demands. The trucking industry faces the same labor issues but with the additional pressure of...
Indiana truck accident facts you should know
How much do you know about truck accidents in Indiana? Most people pass commercial vehicles daily on city streets, highways and interstates, and do not give it a thought. But what if you knew more? What if you had facts to help you be safer on the roads? Car and truck...
What is the 3-second driving rule and why follow it?
Whether you are a longtime driver or a novice, understanding the rules of the road is essential to keeping yourself and others safe. This is especially true now, in the age of distractions. The National Safety Council recommends using the 3-second rule to maintain a...
Building a strong truck accident claim
Building a truck accident claim and following it through to a fair resolution takes time and attention. It also requires a detailed understanding of accidents involving trucks and the parties that may hold liability. While the driver of the truck is certainly one...
Keep out of “no-zones” to stay safe on the highway
When you're on the highway, one of the things that could put you at risk of being involved in a crash is driving in a truck driver's "no zone." A no-zone is an area where the driver isn't able to see you. Essentially, these are blind spots along the sides and rear of...
Top reasons why truck accidents happen
The thought of being involved in a truck accident is enough to make anyone cringe. Thanks to the size difference between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles, any type of crash can result in serious injury or even death. If you live in or around the Bloomington...
Truckers and trucking companies can cause accidents
As the driver of a passenger vehicle, you know that there will be times when you have to share the road with truckers. This typically comes into play when you're traveling on the highway. There are steps you can personally take to prevent an accident. For example, you...
Mandated obstructed sleep apnea screening proposed for professional drivers
In and around Bloomington, you jockey for space with them: semis, box trucks and other large commercial vehicles. In summer months, sharing the road with the professionals driving big rigs takes much concentration due to truck drivers' limited visual field and...
