Truck accidents are often more serious than collisions which involve only passenger vehicles. Victims are more likely to sustain grave injuries or be killed in truck accidents. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety indicates around 70 percent of the victims who...
Read MoreHouston Injury Attorney To Speak on DOT Regulations
The Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA) is a national organization dedicated to advancing commercial motor vehicle safety. Houston personal injury lawyer Gene S. Hagood is a member of APITLA and is on the Advisory Board for...
Read MoreTrucking Companies Can Reduce Accident Risks Through Pre-Employment Screening
A recent truck accident in Texas resulted in multiple injuries after a load fell off of an 18-wheeler that was traveling on Interstate 35. According to the Galveston County Daily News, the 18-wheeler was transporting utility poles when the driver...
Read MoreNew Hours of Service Rules Go Into Effect for Truckers Despite Court Challenges
Driver fatigue is a major problem for long-haul truckers and drivers of large commercial trucks, with one Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) study suggesting that as many as 6,000 accidents occur each year due to tired truckers. Our Galveston...
Read MoreMulti-Car Pileup Causes Serious Injuries and Fatalities
Recently, the Houston Chronicle reported on a serious multi-car pileup that resulted in one fatality and six serious injuries. The accident is an important reminder of how dangerous a multi-car crash can be. Our Houston truck accident lawyers know that...
Read MoreTexas Trucker Killed in Roadside Semi Accident
Truck drivers have an enormous responsibility to drive safely and to make sure that they do not endanger the public. This means not just making smart driving choices and obeying all rules of the road but also ensuring that their...
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