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Large trucks have much bigger blind spots than smaller vehicles. These areas, sometimes called "no-zones," can be dangerous for drivers. Knowing where blind spots are can help you avoid trouble around trucks and reduce the risk of serious accidents. Where are a...
In the fast-paced world of logistics and transportation, truck drivers are often under pressure to meet tight delivery schedules. This can sometimes lead to long hours on the road with insufficient rest, a situation that can increase the risk of drowsy driving. Drowsy...
When you're involved in a collision with a commercial truck, determining responsibility is crucial for seeking rightful compensation. If the truck driver caused your crash, it might seem like they are the only choice for you to make a personal injury claim against....
A common injury you might suffer from after a car accident is a herniated disc. This injury occurs when the soft, jelly-like substance inside a spinal disc pushes through a crack in the tough exterior, causing severe pain and discomfort. Dealing with a herniated disc...
In the blink of an eye, a truck accident can reshape your life. These wrecks tend to be serious, meaning that victims are oftentimes left with catastrophic injuries. As if the physical toll isn’t enough, the emotional and financial damages caused by these accidents...
In a city as big as Seattle, garbage and dump trucks are necessary to haul thousands of pounds in trash every week. These large, powerful vehicles perform an invaluable service in our communities, but they must be operated by experienced drivers. Their size and weight can easily contribute to a serious pedestrian or auto accident, and operators should be held…
By Pendergast Law on November 28, 2020 Almost every driver on the road understands the dangers of driving while intoxicated, whether it be by alcohol or by drugs. Both substances can severely limit a driver’s reaction times and ability to safely operate a vehicle, often leading to traumatic and deadly auto accidents. But few drivers are aware of how prevalent…
By Pendergast Law on October 10, 2020 When you hear the phrase “logging truck accident” your mind may drift to the opening scene of Final Destination 2. As fantastical as this film is, logging truck accidents are extremely serious and can lead to catastrophic injuries, a massive amount of property damage, and tragic deaths. More often than not, these horrifying…
By Pendergast Law on December 15, 2016 The holidays are a great time to see family, spend time with friends, and reflect on years past, as well as the new one about to begin. Unfortunately, the holidays also mean a lot of travel for people and companies, especially trucking companies. And while of course, truck accidents can happen at any…
By Pendergast Law on February 7, 2016 A 42-year-old woman was killed and four others were injured in a Washington car accident between an SUV and a semi-truck hauling frozen fish. The fatal truck accident occurred on Interstate 5 near the 200th Street exit near SeaTac. Officials say the driver of the SUV, for unknown reasons, let the vehicle cross…
