Category: Truck Accidents
At the end of March, a serious crash on South Tyron street left one person dead. Police say that the crash involved a garbage truck and a vehicle. They believe that the driver of the garbage truck may have been impaired by alcohol at the time of the crash. At Brown, Moore & Associates, PLLC,…Read More
With a few notable exceptions, most commercial semi-trucks appear very similar to the uninitiated motorist. Most drivers sharing the road with these massive vehicles are aware of many obvious dangers caused by their size and weight. However, our Charlotte truck accident attorneys warn that one truck may be more dangerous than another due to a…Read More
The overall purpose of the often-complex Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) hours of service regulations is to increase roadway safety by preventing commercial truckers from drowsy driving. In essence, the regulations limit the number of consecutive hours that drivers can spend behind the wheel, and they also attempt to ensure that drivers get the…Read More
Anyone who has taken a long road trip knows the hypnotic effect the road can have on drivers. With enough sleep and occasional rest stops, most people manage to stay awake and arrive safely at their destinations. Long-haul truck drivers may have more experience than the average motorist, but they are not immune to the…Read More
Trucks come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and drivers who operate large commercial trucks generally have undergone significantly more training than those who drive pickups. Of course, all trucks have one thing in common: they carry cargo. Unfortunately, our Charlotte truck accident attorneys see too many cases of accidents that were directly caused…Read More