Truck Accidents

An accident involving a tractor trailer or other big commercial truck can happen in an instant, leaving those involved to wonder what went wrong. “Could I have done something differently?” is one question that may run through your mind as you replay the accident. You may feel that if you had only driven a...

Many of us have experienced the precarious moment of driving behind an 18-wheeler when its tire blows out or a negligent trucker drives too fast in heavy traffic, veers out of their lane, or fails to yield. Large vehicles carry incredible weight and power, meaning a single slip by a driver, trucking company, or...

The trucking industry is bound by some of the strictest federal safety regulations. Rightfully so, because a simple truck driver error, mechanical problem, or act of negligence can send a fully loaded 80,000-pound tractor trailer colliding with smaller passenger vehicles. When that happens, the results are often catastrophic.  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration...

As Amazon continues to dominate the e-commerce world, its delivery trucks and vans have become a familiar sight on Denver’s streets. While they provide convenience for millions of customers, the sheer volume of Amazon delivery vehicles has increased the risk of accidents, raising questions about safety and accountability among Amazon delivery van drivers. Being...

Inexperienced, Undertrained, and Unqualified Truck Drivers Are a Threat to Public Safety Trucking companies have a responsibility to hire qualified and competent drivers who can safely operate commercial trucks on our highways and roads. Any failure to properly screen, hire, and train a driver is not just negligent; it’s a serious threat to public...

Rear-end truck crashes are among the most devastating and life-altering forms of traffic accidents. Unfortunately, they are also the most common. The immense size and weight of commercial vehicles make these accidents particularly dangerous for occupants of smaller vehicles and often result in catastrophic injuries and death.  If you or a close family member...