Automotive and Trucking Accidents in the U.S. with Foreign Defendants: What Insurers Need to Know
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Collisions involving commercial trucks are among the most devastating vehicle crashes on New Jersey roads. When a tractor-trailer collides with a much smaller passenger vehicle, the results are often catastrophic. You may...more
In a recent opinion issued on June 27, the Supreme Court of Texas emphasized that the presence of negligence does not always lead to liability, and Texas law requires more from those seeking such a finding....more
Colorado sees a lot of commercial truck traffic as cargo is moved from south to north and east to west across the state. Highways such as the I-25, or I-70 are very busy. But what happens if a truck driver gets in an...more
Although data doesn't exist for all commercial vehicle crashes, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Crash Statistics database shows that some vehicles commonly used for commercial purposes, such as buses and...more
Florida’s scenic routes, lined with lush foliage, sparkling waters, and charming coastal vistas, attract drivers from around the country. From the Overseas Highway to the historic Tamiami Trail, these picturesque roads offer...more
Truck accidents are among the most devastating and complex types of motor vehicle collisions. Due to the size and weight of commercial trucks, these accidents often result in severe injuries, fatalities, and significant...more
Florida is one of the fastest-growing states in the United States, with a booming population, expanding urban areas, and significant infrastructure projects constantly underway. While construction zones are essential for...more
Leyman v. Amazon Logistics, 2024 WL 2962784, No. 1:23-cv-828 (S.D. Ohio June 12, 2024) - This case arises out of a serious motor vehicle accident occurring in Texas with an Ohio trucking company that contracted with Amazon...more
Brearey v. Ramsahai, 2024 WL 2848297, No. 24-cv-01693 (E.D. Pa. June 5, 2024) - Often in matters involving simple motor vehicle accidents, plaintiffs attempt to throw in claims relative to negligent hiring, training,...more
Many people are aware that if they are injured due to someone’s negligence in a car accident, slip and fall incident, medical malpractice, or other situations, an experienced personal injury attorney can file a legal claim to...more
Collisions involving cars, trucks, and other vehicles cause extremely serious injuries on an almost constant basis in the Tallahassee area. What is scary to realize is that very often, those suffering from severe or even...more
Truck accident lawsuits are far more complicated than cases involving ordinary car accidents for a number of reasons. Because trucks are commercial vehicles, accidents tend to bring lawyers onto the scene with unbelievable...more
Hunter v. Daimler Truck North America, LLC, 2024 WL 834592 (Sup. Ct. Waterbury, Feb. 22, 2024) - This matter involved an accident where a box truck driver fell asleep and veered to one side of the road, flipping the vehicle...more
Estate of Coumbassa v. Hickle, 2023 WL 8234445, 2023-Ohio-4292 (Ohio App. Nov. 28, 2023) - A fantastic set of facts saw a lower court’s ruling affirmed by the appellate court when a motorist/decedent, whose actions were...more
Allen v. Foxway Transportation, Inc., 2024 WL 0478015, No. 4:21-cv-00156 (M.D. Pa. Dec. 7, 2023) - In a tragic, fatal collision between a tractor trailer and a passenger vehicle, which was disabled after striking a deer, the...more
Trucking accidents can have devastating consequences, often resulting in catastrophic injuries and significant property damage due to the sheer size and weight of the vehicles involved. If you or a loved one has been involved...more
Personal injury cases in Florida span the range of injuries from car and truck accidents, medical malpractice, dog bites, trips and falls, and many others. Florida’s personal injury law sets out your legal rights if you have...more
While we might not get snow in Tallahassee, seasonal weather hazards still play a role in our lives at various points throughout the year. Rather than snow storms, hurricanes and tropical storms are our primary concern—with...more
Truck accidents often have serious consequences. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a truck accident, you could be facing significant and long-term losses. You may be entitled to financial compensation (the...more
Our economy depends on commercial trucking. In 2021, there were 13.86 million trucks registered, and they traveled a total of 327.48 billion miles in that year alone. In 2022, large trucks transported 72.6% of the total...more
D.R. by Rodriguez v. Santos Bakery, Inc., No. 20-CV-3628 (KHP), 2023 WL 3736441 (S.D.N.Y. May 31, 2023) - This decision relates to several motions in limine and the Southern District Court’s determination as to what evidence...more
Jenkins v. Samuels, No. 3:21-CV-229, 2022 WL 20475979 (S.D. Ohio Nov. 17, 2022) - While the plaintiff claimed that, following his motor vehicle accident with the defendants’ semi-trailer truck, he suffered from “head pain,...more
A truck accident can have a devastating impact on the current state of your life as well as your future. Choosing the right lawyer to assist you can make the difference between you receiving the compensation you deserve and...more
Trucking accidents can have a devastating impact on the victim’s life. This is, in part, due to the fact that passenger cars are no match for an oncoming semi. While such accidents often result in greater injuries than a...more
If you have been involved in a Florida truck accident, then your world has likely been turned upside down. It is understandable that you likely do not know what steps to take next. To make matters worse, you are likely to be...more