18-Wheeler Accident Articles

An 18-wheeler weighs 80,000 pounds or 40 tons. This ginormous vehicle overpowers most of the personal vehicles on the road that average about 5,000 pounds. This means truck drivers take on extra responsibility to drive safely. When a truck gets into an accident with...

After an automobile accident, saying, “I’m sorry,” unfortunately comes second nature. Even if whatever happened wasn’t our fault, we often mutter the words, “I am sorry” to diffuse the tense situation. While these minor apologies may be polite social niceties, they...

Heavy commercial truck drivers need to exercise caution on the road.  The reason is that the sheer size and weight of 18-wheeler vehicles vastly exceed the size and weight of automobiles. As a result, truck accidents are far more deadly than other traffic-related...

Auto accidents happen and any accident can have catastrophic consequences for the parties involved. However, semi-trucks or 18-wheeler trucks tend to cause the most serious damage and injuries. This is because they often weigh up to 80,000 pounds.  The sheer size of...