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Rental trucks may not be as large as commercial trucks, but they can still cause significant damage in an accident. Anyone who has a license can rent a truck and they are not required to go through special training. As a result, there are many collisions involving rental trucks each year, and who is at fault will depend on the unique circumstances of each case. Rental Truck Driver Liability The rental truck driver is responsible for adhering...

Semi-trucks have significant blind spots compared to passenger vehicles, also referred to as no-zones. They extend to the front, back, and both sides of large trucks. As a result, many accidents occur when vehicles travel in a truck’s no-zone. The Four Major No-Zones Large trucks have four major blind spots: Left Side Under Mirror and Extending Back From the driver’s door toward the back of the truck, visibility is challenging. Any vehicle in the left lane traveling...

After a truck accident, there may be more than one liable party. The truck driver is the party most often assumed to be responsible, but it is not uncommon for victims to pursue claims against multiple defendants. Multiple Defendants Means Multiple Insurance Companies When there are multiple liable parties, it also means dealing with several insurance companies. As a result, the case can quickly become complex and delay a quick settlement. Frequently when there are multiple defendants,...

When a lane is designated for “trucks only,” it is solely intended for large trucks. The purpose of a truck-only lane is to separate these heavy vehicles from other passenger cars on the road. Doing so helps minimize the risk of a catastrophic truck accident occurring. How Truck-Only Lanes Work Many states restrict which lanes trucks can travel in, but truck-only lanes are not very common. A truck-only lane is often separated from the rest of the...

The primary difference between a wrongful death claim and criminal homicide case is that in the latter, a conviction can result in jail or prison time, as well as fines, probation, and more. Whereas, in a successful wrongful death case, the defendant (at-fault party) is liable for damages ordered by the court to be paid to the deceased’s estate. Other Differences Between Wrongful Death and Criminal Homicide Cases The criminal justice system is designed to provide accountability...