A dump truck is a type of commercial vehicle that is used to haul loose materials such as dirt, gravel, or rubble or waste. A dump truck uses a hydraulic system to allow the bed of the truck to tip backwards, dumping the load in the bed out of the back of the truck. Dump trucks come in several different types, including traditional dump trucks, semi-trailer or tractor-trailer dump trucks, and side dump trucks. Dump trucks are capable of causing accidents in many of the same ways as other types of commercial trucks. But as they are designed to carry loose loads and tip them out of the back of the vehicle, dump trucks can also cause accidents in a…

Did you know that approximately 85 percent of all goods that come through the Port of New York and New Jersey are moved by truck? It’s true. The Port of New York and New Jersey is situated about 700 miles from major cities in the Northeast, meaning that trucks can access millions of consumers in the New York and New Jersey metropolitan areas in a mere four hour drive. This efficiency of transportation, however, is not without its drawbacks. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI), 4,136 people died in commercial truck accidents in 2018. However, 67 percent of all fatalities were occupants of other vehicles, with only sixteen percent of deaths involving those…

The average car weighs about 2,871 pounds. In contrast, a loaded truck weighs an average of 53,000 to 79,000 pounds. As you can imagine, the average vehicle is no match for a speeding truck if the two collide. The massive weight and size of trucks can lead to severe injuries after an accident. Sometimes, a truck is overloaded, overweight or improperly loaded, which may have contributed to your accident. If you’re facing this scenario, then it’s important to learn about your legal options for financial recovery. Was the Truck’s Weight or Loading a Factor in Your Accident? Federal and state law both set weight restrictions for trucks. On top of that, truckers must submit to weighing stations to ensure compliance…

Commercial Truck Accidents in New Jersey Large commercial trucks are some of the most important vehicles on the roads of New Jersey and the rest of the country. Why? The more of these trucks you see on the roads, the better the economy is performing. But, despite how important these trucks are, they are also quite dangerous. Trucks are large, heavy, wide, and easy to roll when not operated properly. There are various factors that cause truck accidents on the roads of New Jersey, leading to serious injuries and even death. Inexperienced Truck Drivers One of the leading causes of truck accidents is having inexperienced drivers behind the wheel of these massive vehicles. Brand new truck drivers are required to…

Have you ever felt nervous around massive semi-trucks on the road? If so, then you’re not alone. People who avoid big trucks have good reasons for their behavior. Getting into a collision with a truck is significantly more dangerous and destructive than other types of car accidents. It’s also more complicated to obtain your rightful compensation in the event you’re injured. If you ever get into a collision with a truck, then you need to know about the time-sensitive evidence you can collect to strengthen your claim. Failing to obtain this evidence could cause your claim to get delayed or even denied. The Trucker’s Electronic Logging Device In the past, few laws regulated the trucking industry. Over time, it became…