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A jackknife truck accident happens when the back part of the truck (the trailer) swings from the rear section from behind the cab and subsequently forms a 90-degree angle with the cab, resembling a jackknife opening or closing. A jackknife truck accident often leads to major injuries and property damage to those inside other...

Individuals who operate commercial vehicles are held to a higher standard, including when it comes to operating vehicles under the influence. While the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) level for drivers in regular vehicles is .08%, the limit is half that for drivers operating commercial vehicles - .04%. Working with an experienced Phoenix drunk...

Every commercial truck on the roadway has what most people would call a “black box,” but the reality is that there are a few devices on a semi-truck that paint a complete digital picture of a truck’s health and show the events leading up to a recordable incident, such as an accident. Here, we...

During the most recent reporting year of data provided by the Arizona Department of Transportation, we can see that more than 52,000 individuals sustained injuries in vehicle accidents. Additionally, there were 1,294 traffic collision fatalities that same year. Individuals can sustain injuries or lose their lives in any type of vehicle accident, but there...

Delivery vehicles have quickly become an essential part of our modern society. E-commerce has become one of the main ways individuals shop for and receive goods, and the speed towards online shopping dramatically increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, when an accident with a delivery truck occurs, it is crucial to determine liability so...

If a commercial truck overturns into a rollover incident, this can lead to major roadway devastation. Collisions with other vehicles on the roadway can lead to significant injuries and major property damage. However, what causes commercial truck rollover accidents? Common Causes of Commercial Truck Rollover Incidents Larger commercial trucks are more susceptible to rollover...

Commercial truck drivers have fairly strict regulations they must follow, particularly when it comes to their hours of service. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is an agency within the Department of Transportation that stipulates how long commercial truck drivers are allowed to operate their vehicles each day and during each work week....

Commercial trucks weigh much more than traditional passenger vehicles. Some can even weigh upwards of 80,000 pounds when fully loaded with cargo. One of the most important parts of owning and operating these larger vehicles is performing necessary maintenance. Even if there is only one minor mechanical failure with a large commercial vehicle, this...

Every state in the US has seat belt laws, and for good reason. According to information available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), buckling up in the front seat of a passenger vehicle can reduce the risk of fatal injury by 45% and reduce the risk of moderate to critical injuries by...

Getting into a vehicle accident often means going through confusing insurance claims processes while also trying to recover from injuries. Vehicle accidents that occur while performing job-related duties add an extra layer of complexity to the claim. Here, we want to discuss what you need to do after a vehicle accident that occurs while...