Jackknife Truck Accidents in Miami: All You Need to Know
April 9, 2025 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are a serious issue on the roads of Miami, and one of the most dangerous types of accidents involving large trucks is a jackknife accident. A jackknife truck accident happens when a truck’s trailer swings out and folds, forming an angle that looks like a “V” or the blade of a jackknife....
Read moreWhat To Do When Involved In A Truck Accident Out Of State
October 24, 2024 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are a common hazard on American roads. Sometimes, the drivers are far from home. Florida sees more than its fair share of these incidents. While only 7% of fatal truck accidents happened in the Sunshine State in 2022, it ranked third in truck accident fatalities. Statistics like these show the seriousness of...
Read moreRoad to Recovery: Insights on Trucking Accident Cases with Sagi Shaked
September 18, 2024 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
What inspired you to practice personal injury law and take on severe trucking accident cases?I always wanted to be a lawyer, even as a kid. My parents would tell stories about me walking around with a briefcase, pretending to be a lawyer. What really pushed me into this field was a personal experience. Years...
Read moreInterstate vs. Intrastate Trucking
June 27, 2024 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
The difference between interstate vs. intrastate trucking could be significant if you are involved in a truck accident in Miami, FL. Interstate trucking refers to a commercial motor vehicle that delivers goods across state lines. For example, the truck may pick up car parts in Louisiana and drive them to a destination in Florida....
Read moreHow Trucking Accidents Differ From Car Accidents
September 29, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Large truck accidents cause thousands of traffic deaths and traumatic injuries each year. In 2021, approximately 154,993 people were injured, and 5,788 died in commercial truck accidents in the United States. Over 6% of fatal truck accidents occurred in Florida. Sharing the road with semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and other large vehicles can be dangerous. Trucking...
Read moreWhat Impact Will Uber Freight Have on the Trucking Industry in Florida?
July 1, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Founded in 2009, Uber has grown into a transportation giant that boasts over 100 million monthly users in the United States alone. Whether you need to get to work or across town for an event, Uber connects those who require transportation with individuals willing to drive them to their destinations for a clearly identified...
Read moreAre Commercial Truck Drivers Required to Do a Drug Test After an Accident in Miami, Florida?
May 31, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Commercial truck drivers must adhere to higher standards than motorists who operate standard passenger vehicles. Property damage and personal injuries are likely when an accident involves a commercial truck since these trucks are much larger and heavier than other vehicles on the roadways. For this reason, commercial truck drivers are legally required to undergo...
Read moreMiami Big Rig Accidents and Truck Driver Training: Is Commercial Truck Training Enough?
April 3, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Miami big rig accidents cause catastrophic injuries and devastating losses, usually to the people in passenger vehicles. These extremely heavy, large vehicles often travel on interstates at speeds of 70 mph or faster. Each year, the NHTSA reports large truck accident statistics. Sadly, each report shows similar results. Occupants of other vehicles sustain over...
Read moreAverage Settlement Value of a Miami Truck Accident Injury Case
March 22, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Truck accidents include some of the most horrific vehicle crashes imaginable. Because of the devastating power of a truck’s momentum, Miami truck accident settlement values tend to be high. Nevertheless, no meaningful average can be formulated because settlement values vary on a case-by-case basis. Following are some of the most important factors. Components of...
Read moreHow to Report an Unsafe Truck Driver in Miami, FL
March 1, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Due to their large size and weight, commercial trucks are often the most dangerous vehicles on Florida roadways. Despite state and federal regulations that require truckers to engage in safe driving, trucks continue to cause thousands of truck accidents and fatalities yearly. If you commute around Miami, you'll understand the city's traffic. Whenever you...
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