Logging Truck Dangers

With over 22 million acres of forestland, Washington State is one of the country’s leading lumber producers. Timber harvesting of douglas fir, spruce, hemlock and ponderosa pine spans the state.  It is not uncommon to share roadways with logging trucks both east and west of the Cascade Range. While drivers can expect to come across logging trucks on highways adjacent to forests, Washington interstates are also highly-travelled trucking routes. Sharing our roadways with large semi-trucks and trailers carrying 80K pounds of logs raises reasonable safety concerns. As a driver of a passenger vehicle comes into contact with a logging truck, they may naturally wonder: is my car visible to the truck driver? Do the truck’s brakes work sufficiently? Are the

Average Payout for Rear-End Collision Accidents

Rear-end collisions are one of the most common types of road collisions. They account for more than 29% of all road accidents. Around 2.5 million rear-end accidents occur each year in the United States. These crashes result in thousands of injuries and in some cases death. When you’re involved in a road accident, we can get you the rear-end collision injury compensation that you deserve. Our years of experience will ensure that you are compensated for your pain and suffering. What is the Average Settlement for rear-end Collision accidents? How much is a rear-end accident worth in terms of losses and compensation? Keep reading to find out the average settlement for rear-end car accident settlements. What is a Rear-End Collision

Determine Truck Accident Liability in Trucking Accident

Truck accidents happen for all kinds of reasons and can be caused by equipment failures, faulty road designs, weather conditions, and driver errors. Accidents involving trucks are much more complicated when determining liability. In a truck accident scenario involving a two-car accident, one might be able to sue the driver at fault and file a claim with an insurance company. The truck driver at fault may not always be the individual held responsibly and truck accident claims can be filed against external parties. Determine the Fault within a Truck Accident Determining fault in a truck accident can be a complex matter as many parties may be seen as liable. Police accident reports tend to focus on discovering if the accident

Choosing the Best Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer

In a single, dreadful moment, you or a loved one could be hit by a semi-truck. Because of the massive weight and momentum of these giant 18-wheelers, there are likely to be life-changing or deadly consequences. If this unthinkable event happens, you need the best semi-truck accident lawyer near you, with the expertise and experience to help you navigate the legal system. What Are the Different Types of Semi-truck Accident Cases? Head-On Collisions These occur when a driver swerves onto the wrong side of the road or overtakes unsafely. The force of the impact can be catastrophic. Rear-End Collisions A large rig needs a long braking distance and sometimes cannot avoid plowing into the vehicle in front of it. Jackknife

What Does a Commercial Truck Accident Lawyer Do

Among the most tragic motor vehicle crashes Coluccio Law handles involve commercial trucks. Weighing as much as 80,000 pounds fully loaded, these trucks are twenty times heavier than an average passenger car.  When a car and large truck collide at a high speed, the impact people experience is significant. The likelihood of serious injury or death is a direct result of the magnitude of this force. Commercial Truck Crashes differ from other Automobile Accidents. The severity of injuries often leads to extensive medical care and expenses. Victims are often hospitalized and convalesce for a longer amount of time than if their injuries were related to a car crash. Often they are unable to return to work for an extended period

What Happens if a FedEx Truck Crashes?

It’s a terrifying scene – suddenly a huge truck comes barreling toward you. There’s no time to react and nowhere to go. The last thing you see before it smacks into your car is the unmistakable FedEx logo! Any car accident is shocking, but a truck crash often ends up killing people in smaller vehicles. Even if you only have minor injuries, your car may be badly damaged. The FedEx Company Founded in 1971, Federal Express Corporation expanded into the global transport titan known as FedEx – the second biggest shipping company in America. Across its worldwide divisions, including Express, Ground, and Freight, are >210,000 motorized vehicles including many trucks. These range from its ubiquitous delivery vans to 80,000-pound semi-trucks.

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