Truckers today are making their plight known as the ongoing supply chain crisis continues applying more pressure to those holding the system up with their deliveries. Unfortunately, the very employers that keep these truckers in business can actually contribute to the...
Truck Accidents
How can distractions on the road lead to a truck accident?
The more you drive, the more you may notice some truckers around you being reckless and continually getting distracted. Being aware of what factors can lead to this distraction is important for anyone on the road. Communication with others According to the Federal...
Positive trucker drug tests up 13% nationwide
Commercial truck drivers play a critical role in the commerce system in place across Washington and the rest of the nation. Yet, research shows that a growing number of truckers are abusing drugs while on the job. The number of truck drivers using marijuana and other...
Why do truckers suffer from a high rate of drowsiness?
Drowsiness serves as one of the dangerous and also most common risky distracted driving behaviors on the road today. While this issue can afflict drivers of any age, gender, experience level and occupation, it tends to manifest in a notably frequent way among truck...
What can you learn from a commercial truck’s black box?
If you follow news reports after major airplane crashes, you may know investigators often work diligently to recover the downed craft's event data recorder. You may not realize, though, many commercial vehicles also have them. Commonly known as black boxes, event data...
North Bend truck accident closes multiple miles of I-90
Motorists traveling on Washington's roads and highways may justifiably feel intimidated by the large semi-trucks and tractor-trailers they encounter. While these massive vehicles are typically operated by skilled, well-trained professional drivers, one cannot ignore...
What should you know about truck accident lawsuits?
Car accidents of any sort can have a grievous and negative impact on many aspects of your life. Unfortunately, truck accidents often rate even higher on the scale of potential trauma and loss, due to the size, weight and cargo that trucks possess. Making a claim can...
What are some causes of truck tire blowouts?
You have likely driven past a commercial truck on multiple occasions, so you know how big and heavy these vehicles can be. Their large size and weight makes it especially important for their tires to maintain their integrity. In the event of a tire blowout, a big...
Can exercise impact your alertness while driving?
When your job as a long haul driver puts you behind the wheel, sitting down and with relatively little movement for long stretches of time, you may feel tired faster. Fatigue can impact your awareness and impair your ability to respond to hazards you may encounter on...
How can road rage impact truck drivers?
During your typical commute, you may notice an angry driver of an eighteen-wheeler dangerously swerving and potentially crowding the lane you are in. This kind of driving is often known as road rage. Accidents and crashes can occur when these drivers incite problems,...