Truck Accidents

Truck drivers crisscross Michigan and every state in the U.S. every day to deliver cargo. The recipients expect on-time arrivals, which is why even experienced truck drivers could make the regrettable mistake of hitting speeds above posted limits. Doing so may prove risky since speeding increases the chances of an accident. However, victims of a vehicle accident caused by a truck driver deserve to get compensation for their injuries, especially if there are significant medical bills or issues that force one or more victimsYour Read More Link Text

Trucking accidents can be devastating, both physically and emotionally. They can result in serious injuries, property damage, and even death. If you or a loved one has been involved in a trucking accident, knowing what steps to take to protect yourself and your rights is important. 1. Call 911 The first thing you should do after a trucking accident is to call 911. Even if there are no visible injuries, it is important to have a police report documenting the accident. The policeYour Read More Link Text

It can be difficult to simplify the impact of truck accidents and their relationship to serious personal injuries. Due to their size and weight, trucks can cause serious accidents that can result in significant damage. The Michigan Office of Highway Safety has estimated that one in eight traffic fatalities involve a collision with a large truck. If you are injured by a truck, you may be eligible for compensation to cover your damages. Often in such a case, liability canYour Read More Link Text

Michigan will soon become the 26th state with a hands-free mobile phone driving law, making it illegal to hold or use a mobile electronic device while operating a vehicle, including when stopped at a light or in a traffic jam. The provisions of the law make sending or receiving a call or text message, viewing video, scrolling, posting to social media or any online search activity on a phone illegal for an active driver. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the lawYour Read More Link Text

Truck accidents can be incredibly devastating, often leaving victims with serious injuries and financial losses. When you have been involved in a truck accident, it’s important that you understand who may be responsible for the damage you have suffered. The process of determining liability in an Indiana truck accident is complex and requires experienced legal guidance. The Michigan-based truck accident attorneys at Bashore Green understand your rights and options if you were injured in a truck accident. Let’s take aYour Read More Link Text

We were reminded this last week in southeastern Michigan and metro Detroit that winter will always arrive at some point. Remaining aware of your surroundings and defensive driving might be two of the most useful recommendations when heading out on the icy and snowy roads. The team of legal professionals Bashore Green wants to remind you that winter driving requires more stopping distance and often requires an assumption that the roads are slick. Black ice is always possible. Besides being careful andYour Read More Link Text

Sharing the road with trucks requires motorists to remain alert. While trucks move slower than most vehicles, their size makes them more dangerous when they are involved in accidents. Some truck drivers increase this risk by working while fatigued and operating trucks that have mechanical issues. And some motorists drive too close to trucks and cannot be seen in the driver’s blind spots. By understanding the dangers that trucks pose, you can protect yourself when you encounter them on theYour Read More Link Text

Truck drivers play a vital role in the supply chain and deliver critical goods to locations in Indiana and throughout the United States. A driver might have a long haul to perform and could become tired from many hours on the road. However, working for several days in a row could also make someone feel fatigued. Those who think it is not a big deal for a tired truck driver to take to the road should look at accident statistics.Your Read More Link Text

Being involved in a car accident is one of the most terrifying experiences one can have but an accident that involves a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck in southeastern Michigan has even greater potential for serious injuries. Why truck accidents can be so dangerous. The Institute for Highway Safety has indicated that a fully loaded semi-truck weighs 20-30 times more than a passenger car. Many of these trucks offer ground clearance height that would allow smaller vehicles to slide underneath them. Semi-trucksYour Read More Link Text

Last week in our blog we covered auto accident statistics in the U.S. While those figures have stabilized over the last couple of decades, and in fact have seen some slight decreases since 2015, accidents involving commercial trucks appears to be rising according to 2018 data outlined in an October 2019 Trucks.com article. The data indicated that trucker deaths continue to rise and are at their highest level in more than 30 years, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. A total ofYour Read More Link Text

There are fewer cars on the road right now than we have probably seen in our lifetimes because of COVID-19. The fact that vehicle accidents are down is positive. Commercial truckers, however, are busier than ever in their roles on the front lines, bringing necessary medical equipment, groceries, and supplies to where we all need them most. While they are not competing with as many cars on the road as normal, commercial trucking accidents will continue to be a risk. ItYour Read More Link Text

There are so many professionals in a wide variety of industries on the front lines of fighting this pandemic. From doctors, nurses, and other healthcare practitioners to law enforcement, first responders, military members, grocers and even bankers, many of our friends, family members, and neighbors deserve thanks and gratitude. One of the things we are learning now is how critical commercial transportation is – not just in our economy but as a true necessity in our society. According to theYour Read More Link Text