How 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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February 13, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
More than 13 million semi-trucks roll down US highways and interstates every day. These trucks can weigh as much as twenty times the weight of normal cars, and accidents with them can be devastating. Many accidents with semi-trucks happen when cars wind up in their blind spots. So where are the blind spots on...
Read moreDangers of Overloaded Trucks in Miami, FL
January 5, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Federal and state laws govern how much weight a commercial truck can carry. The weight limits are designed to reduce the dangers of overloaded trucks in Miami. Overloaded trucks can cause an increased risk of truck accidents. Federal law mandates the maximum weight limits for trucks using the National System of Interstate and Defense...
Read moreWhat Are My Options After an Accident With a USPS Mail Truck in Miami, FL?
November 27, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
You see mail trucks everywhere throughout Miami. Over 75,000 mail carriers work for the United States Postal Service (USPS). They deliver millions of pieces of mail each day. Unfortunately, thousands of USPS mail trucks are involved in traffic accidents yearly. In a recent year, more than 29,000 USPS vehicles were involved in traffic accidents....
Read moreWhat Does it Mean for a Truck to Jackknife?
November 6, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
The population of Miami-Dade county is closing in on 2.8 million people and is growing steadily. A large population means an excess of vehicles on Miami’s streets and highways. Unfortunately, this translates into frequent car accidents and truck accidents. Truck accidents can be extremely dangerous, especially in a case involving a jackknife. What Does...
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