Driving a commercial truck is a risky business. Not only are 18 wheelers heavy and difficult to handle, but there is also the ever-present possibility of crashing.
Rear-end accidents are alarmingly common. Research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that nearly one-third of all collisions involve one vehicle striking another from behind.
Two high school graduates were killed in a car accident with an allegedly drunk driver. The vehicle of the two deceased collided with that of Robert William Frazier – who had a BAC of 0.10 at the time of the crash, according to a newly released police report.
Trucks offer a simple, cost-effective means of transporting goods from one part of the country to the next, quickly and efficiently. Unfortunately, due to their size and weight, a crash with a commercial motor vehicle is likely to end with injuries or fatalities.
Commercial trucks play an important role in driving America’s economy. Almost every industry you can think of – from construction to information technology – needs large quantities of valuable goods transported quickly and safely across the country.
The first Monday of September is set aside to appreciate the immense contributions of the workforce to the prosperity of the United States – but mention the words “Labor Day” to almost anyone, and the only thing they’ll think of is: party time.
The impact of a car accident can damage any part of the body, but brain injuries are particularly devastating. Depending on the severity and nature of the injury, the victim may have permanent cognitive problems and long-term disabilities.
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Most car accidents are preventable. Texting, eating behind the wheel, speeding – there are plenty of ways that driver error and negligence can cause a crash. One of the most deadly among them is drinking and driving.
Auto manufacturers are constantly introducing new technologies to prevent injuries and save lives. With so many features to choose from, consumers are having trouble deciding which safety gadgets are worth the investment.
Cooper Law Firm
N. Eric Cooper
Mailing: P.O. Box 2222
Longview, TX 75606
Address: 501 N Third St,
Longview, TX 75601
Telephone: (903) 297-0037
Toll-Free: 1-855-297-HURT (4878)
Facsimile: (903) 236-0035
Hours: Open 24/7
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