How Trucking Accidents can be Caused by Car Drivers

Trucking accidents can cause catastrophic injuries and damages – but did you know that statistics show truck drivers are generally much more careful on the road than automobile drivers? The fact is that trucking accidents are sometimes caused by the negligence of car drivers – so it’s important to know how to avoid getting into …

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Tips for Driving Safely in Stormy Weather

Stormy weather is simply part of life in Louisiana. And while it’s best to avoid driving during any type of storm, sometimes it can’t be avoided. Following are a few tips to help you drive more safely when the weather is bad. Car Maintenance – Make sure your car is always in the best shape …

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Sleep Deprivation is a Common Cause of Trucking Accidents

Accidents involving large commercial trucks are often more damaging and dangerous than car accidents. That’s because these trucks can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds – resulting in catastrophic injuries and damage when involved in an accident with smaller vehicles. Unfortunately, one of the most common causes of trucking accidents is driver fatigue or sleep …

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Common Causes of Pedestrian/Vehicle Accidents

Each year in the United States, approximately 70,000 pedestrians are injured in accidents involving motor vehicles. These accidents can happen anywhere that people walk, jog or participate in outdoor activities – so it’s important for both pedestrians and drivers to be aware of potential causes of accidents. Tips for Pedestrians The most important thing that …

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Tips for Staying Safe on the Road

Staying safe while driving is always important – and even more so during the holidays when many families will be traveling by car. Following are a few tips to help ensure that you stay safe on the road. Never Drink and Drive – This one is obvious, but it’s very common for someone who has …

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Avoiding Accidents on Flooded Roadways

Avoiding Accidents on Flooded Roadways

We all know that driving in heavy rain and flood conditions can be dangerous – but did you know that these two factors cause more than a million car accidents in the U.S. every year? Even worse, most flood-related deaths happen when people try to drive through rising water and end up getting swept away. …

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Understanding Liability Issues in a Trucking Accident

Accidents involving 18-wheelers or other large commercial trucks can cause a variety of issues as to who is liable for property damage and personal injuries. That’s because trucking accidents can involve multiple individuals (not just the truck driver) and multiple companies. That’s why it is important to hire a lawyer who is experienced in trucking …

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