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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month When you share the road with a massive 18-wheeler, you trust that the driver is focused on reaching their destination safely. However, new data shows that distracted driving remains a major threat, especially when it comes to semis, tractor-trailers, and other large commercial trucks. With April being Distracted Driving...

Traumatic Brain Injuries From Accidents—What Victims Need to Know A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change your life in an instant. Whether it happens in a car crash, truck accident, motorcycle wreck, or pedestrian collision, the effects of a brain injury can be severe and long-lasting. Victims often struggle with memory loss, cognitive decline, mood...

You may have heard of the “black box” in the context of commercial airline crashes. Commercial trucks have a “black box” too, though, and the data contained within it can be the key to winning a verdict or settlement after a truck wreck. However, your attorney needs to move quickly to secure this important data...

The year 2024 challenged trucking companies like never before. Weak freight rates and rising operational costs forced many to tighten their belts, hoping to stay afloat. Yet, as the year winded down, one thing stood out: if you didn't make it onto this list of the worst truck inspection fails, consider yourself lucky. Across the...

The trucking industry operates under immense pressure to maintain safety while ensuring efficiency. Because of the size and weight of large commercial vehicles, truck accidents can be highly catastrophic. Due to the challenges in existing truck accident reporting rules, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) established the Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP). The goal...

The trucking industry is facing significant changes in 2025, with new safety regulations set to reshape the way heavy trucks operate on our highways. As technology advances, so do the rules aimed at preventing serious accidents, especially on Alabama's major trucking routes like I-65, I-20, and I-10. Here’s what you need to know about these...

Impaired truck drivers have long posed a significant threat on our roads, leading to countless accidents and devastating consequences. In response, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has implemented a nationwide "Clearinghouse" program to enhance safety by identifying and removing commercial truck drivers with a history of drunk driving incidents. “The FMCSA aims to...

Recognizing the risks posed by fatigued truckers on roads throughout the nation, the federal National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is calling for stronger regulations on electronic logging devices (ELD) and other elevated safety standards for trucks. We’ve seen over and over again the impact that dangerous truck drivers can have on motorists, and we understand...

Hundreds of commercial trucks (including tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles) recently failed brake inspections as part of a nationwide campaign to make our roads safer and prevent truck accidents caused by defective truck brakes. Over 500 commercial trucks removed from service According to a report by Transport Topics, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)...

Driving is an everyday necessity for many, but it comes with significant risks, especially on Alabama's roads. The state has seen a high number of car accidents, many of which result in severe injuries or, tragically, fatalities. Recent statistics highlight that Alabama’s highways and roads are among the deadliest in the nation, underscoring the importance...