Considering the extreme size of tractor-trailers, a truck accident with smaller vehicles can lead to catastrophic injuries for Missouri and Illinois residents. A deadly truck accident can seem even more tragic when it appears to be caused by a Read More
Fatal Car Accidents
U.S. Postal Mack truck tractor-trailer accident kills Missouri boy
Few Missouri or Illinois parents expect that something as simple as a Saturday morning drive will result in not only injury to three of their children, but death to one as well. Unfortunately, this recently proved the case for a family in Kansas City Read More
Truck driver claims falsified truck driver logs due to company pressure
Falsified truck driver logs have been a problem in the commercial truck driving industry for decades. Truck drivers are often coerced by their employers or customers into driving longer hours than allowed by federal law. Some claim they are even Read More
Tracy Morgan truck accident shows importance of truck driver safety
Truck driver safety has been hotly debated over the past several decades, with many advocates in Missouri, Illinois and throughout the country pushing for increased regulations to protect the public and truck drivers alike. Unfortunately, it often Read More
Truck accidents can result from negligent hiring practices
Truck accidents can result from negligent hiring practices Truck driving companies have a duty to engage in responsible hiring practices when it comes to staffing their businesses with drivers. Missouri and Illinois residents should never have to Read More
Falsified trucker logbooks: deadly Illinois truck accident kills 4
While we’ve discussed truck driver fatigue recently and what a danger this in for Missouri and Illinois residents, one item we haven’t talked about in-depth is falsified trucker logbooks. Trucker logbook tampering is a growing problem across the Read More
Truck driver fatigue and deadly truck accidents growing problem
Last month’s deadly truck accident involving comedian Tracy Morgan has focused a spotlight on the issue of truck driver fatigue and truck accidents. We’ve discussed that case previously, but it’s worth mentioning that the seriously injured Saturday Read More
Motor vehicle accidents cost both economic damages, lives each year
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is a governmental agency tasked with increasing safety on the roadways across Missouri, Illinois and the rest of the United States. The NHTSA also reports on national statistics related to Read More
Fourth of July deadly holiday driving time for car accidents across nation
As too many Missouri and Illinois residents are aware, the travel period surrounding the Fourth of July holiday can be particularly dangerous. In fact, the National Safety Council reports that last year, the Fourth of July was the most dangerous and Read More
Truck driver fatigue regulation in danger of being suspended
Last week, we discussed the fatal truck collision involving comedian Tracy Morgan on this St. Louis personal injury law firm blog. Authorities have accused the truck driver in that case of being fatigued when he allegedly caused the deadly crash. Read More
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