Truck Accidents

Both state and federal laws impose various safety obligations on motor carriers. A trucking company’s responsibilities include maintaining its vehicle fleets, hiring safe drivers, and ensuring that those drivers receive adequate training. When a trucking company breaches its safety responsibilities, it may be liable for an accident arising from its…

Black box data after a truck accident can make the difference between a successful personal injury claim and an uphill legal battle. For accident victims in Florence, objective black box evidence often becomes the strongest tool for proving what really happened in a heavy truck crash. When memories fade and…

Research shows that on-ramps and off-ramps are some of the most common places crashes occur on highways, as drivers traveling at different speeds enter, exit, and merge. According to one study published in the Journal of Safety Research, interstate exit and entrance ramps are the most common site of highway crashes per…

Semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles are already a significant safety hazard in South Carolina and throughout the United States. For example, South Carolina data from the Department of Public Safety shows 162 truck accidents involving serious injuries and 104 fatal truck accidents occurred in just one recent year. Meanwhile,…

Semi-trucks are powerful machines that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds spread across five axles. As a result, they need complex braking systems to bring the vehicle and trailer to a safe stop. But just how far is the stopping distance of the average semi-truck? And what is the stopping…