How to Report an Unsafe Truck Driver in California

How to Report an Unsafe Truck Driver in California Virtually all vehicles traveling on the road are vulnerable to truck accidents. You can contribute to safer roads by reporting unsafe truck drivers to the authorities.  Keep reading to get all of the information you need to report a truck driving recklessly. GET A Free consultation […]

How Fast Can Commercial Trucks Safely Travel on California Highways?

How Fast Can Commercial Trucks Safely Travel on California Highways? The posted speed limit on most California highways is 65 mph. A few highways in California allow vehicles to drive up to 70 mph. Despite this, most trucks are required to drive at slower speeds. According to the California Vehicle Code, a truck with three or […]

How Tired Truck Drivers Cause Accidents

How Tired Truck Drivers Cause Accidents Truck drivers play an integral role in helping transport and deliver goods day in and day out. However, truck driving can be tiring and stressful, and sometimes the job takes a toll on drivers. When tired drivers are on the road, this increases the chances of a truck accident  […]

How Long Does it Take to Settle An 18-Wheeler Accident Case?

How Long Does it Take to Settle An 18-Wheeler Accident Case? Truck accidents are frequently catastrophic due to the sheer size of an 18-wheeler. Wrongful death claims are common, as are large personal injury claims.  Most claimants would rather settle their truck accident claim out of court because it is simpler, easier, and less stressful than going […]

Dangers of Overloaded Trucks

Dangers of Overloaded Trucks Truck accidents happen for many reasons. Poor driving, missed maintenance, and bad weather can cause an accident. The truck’s load — particularly how the truck was loaded — can also contribute to a truck accident. Trucks that carry too much weight, loads that are too tall, or unbalanced loads are more susceptible […]

California Drug Testing Laws and Truck Driver Accidents

California Drug Testing Laws and Truck Driver Accidents Most commercial truck drivers work long hours, generally 10-12 hours a day. They earn relatively low pay, become bored and lonely after long hours on the road, and suffer physical and psychological exhaustion. To combat boredom, loneliness, and fatigue, many drivers use over-the-counter medications, alcohol, and drugs to […]