Year: 2024
Large trucks have much bigger blind spots than the average car. Truckers who do not account for this disparity increase the chances of causing serious accidents and injuries. Similarly, non-commercial drivers must also exercise caution when driving near tractor-trailers. Here are some trips California drivers should know to reduce the likelihood of truck blind spot […]
Some facts about the dangers of driving close to commercial trucks are obvious. The size difference between semi-trucks and cars makes truck accidents more likely to cause serious injuries than other traffic crashes. Operating a truck is very different from driving the average car for the same reason. However, there may be aspects of truck […]
Choosing a truck accident lawyer is a big decision. You want to hire a legal advocate who will aggressively protect your rights and seek the compensation you need. You also want to select an attorney who makes you feel comfortable and will support you throughout your case. Truck accidents can cause severe injuries, and getting […]
California law allows people to seek compensation if they get hurt in truck accidents in Sacramento. One type of compensation is punitive damages. However, this money is only available if the truck driver, trucking company, or other at-fault party engaged in outrageous and dangerous conduct. If you or a loved one sustained injuries in a […]
Many of today’s commercial trucks are equipped with an event data recorder (EDR), known informally as a truck “black box.” This device monitors the truck during operation and stores information about accidents when they happen. This electronic information can be crucial when identifying the cause of a truck crash. Personal injury attorneys can also use […]
If you suffered injuries in a truck accident in Sacramento, you may be entitled to financial compensation. However, securing the money you need for your medical bills and collision-related expenses requires proving someone else was at fault. This is called proving negligence. To prove negligence in a truck accident case, you must construct a solid […]
According to the most recent data from the National Safety Council (NSC), approximately 75 percent of pedestrian fatalities occur at night. Why are night pedestrian accidents so common, and what legal rights do survivors have? The experienced legal team at Demas Law Group compiled the following guide to help you understand the relevant trends and […]
A truck accident can change your life in an instant. One minute, you’re driving along the road. The next, you find yourself in the hospital with severe injuries. In some cases, accident victims heal from their injuries and return to their daily routines. Others need medical care for years or the rest of their lives. […]
Truck accidents are particularly catastrophic for people outside of the truck, including drivers and occupants of passenger vehicles, as well as for motorcyclists, pedestrians, and cyclists. Other road users have little protection in a collision with a large truck. As a result, 17 people were killed, and another 358 were injured by large truck accidents […]