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How Can Poor Truck Maintenance Cause Accidents?

Regular truck maintenance is indispensable in preventing negligence and averting accidents. Well-maintained trucks ensure optimal performance, reducing the risk of mechanical failures on the road. Proper maintenance includes checking brakes, tires, lights, and fluid levels, which enhances vehicle reliability and safety. Neglecting maintenance can lead to unexpected breakdowns, endangering drivers,

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What To Know About So-Called “Black Boxes” in Large Trucks

Large truck accidents can have severe consequences, often leading to significant injuries and property damage. Understanding the role of electronic control modules (ECMs), commonly referred to as “black boxes,” is vital in these incidents. A truck’s black box can significantly impact a personal injury claim by providing important data about

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Why Proper Large Truck Braking Practices Are So Important

For truck drivers, correct downhill braking practices are crucial. Trucks take longer to stop than passenger cars due to their size and weight. If a truck is following too closely or driving at an unsafe speed, it could affect its ability to stop in time, resulting in a potentially fatal

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Grill of a blue big rig focused on the large mirror.

Large Truck Blind Spots and the Accidents They Cause

Every vehicle on the road has blind spots, but the blind spots on a large truck are substantially more dangerous. When truck drivers are negligent and fail to check their blind spots, it can result in serious, catastrophic, or fatal injuries. Survivors of these terrible accidents may not be able

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