Truck Accidents

The Department of Transportation (DOT) recently changed the hours of service regulations to which truckers must comply. These regulations are meant to ensure that the truckers don’t drive too many hours or work too many non-driving hours before getting back behind the...

Accidents involving large commercial trucks are more dangerous than other accidents on Iowa roads for the simple reason that semitrailers and other trucks are so much bigger and heavier than other vehicles on the road. It's just a matter of physics: n 18-wheeler...

You have probably driven next to a tractor-trailer hundreds of times. The first couple times you drove next to a tractor-trailer may have been nerve-racking. You may have only had your learner's permit at that time, but now you are a seasoned driver, and you may not...

Driving for a long period of time can be a monotonous experience. Especially for those stuck driving on the highway, road hypnosis could pose a real risk. Staring at the same scenery and listening to the hum of traffic can make someone who might otherwise be awake and...

A commercial truck accident is usually a devastating experience for all parties involved, often leading to tens of thousands of dollars in property damage, medical bills and lost income. Even those who are fortunate and survive a truck accident with little physical...

In the aftermath of an accident involving a commercial truck, it may prove more difficult than victims expect to determine who is responsible for the accident and how, exactly, to file a personal injury claim. Among other reasons, this is because many parties...

A commercial truck accident can happen for a variety of reasons. As a motorist, you always do your part to remain as safe as possible at all times. Even with this approach, you don't have any control over decisions made by other drivers. If you spend any time driving...