It is possible to have a truck accident anywhere in the United States. The reality is that large trucks are around you every day. Whether you are driving your personal vehicle or are headed out on a bike ride, you are opening yourself up to a potential accident with a...
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Oregon sees spike in at-fault truck crashes
Living in Oregon, you know that it's common to see large trucks on the roads. However, the interesting thing is that the number of large truck crashes has actually reached the highest point in over 10 years in Oregon, showing that these drivers truly are not getting...
Account for wet weather to stay safe while driving
One thing that Oregon residents can count on is regular rainstorms. The weather isn't always sunny and dry in this state, which means that drivers have to become familiar with how to drive safely in wet conditions. Driving a semi in rain isn't always easy. With less...
Do truck drivers always know they’ve been in a crash?
Highway collisions involving large trucks are common, particularly in areas where these vehicles transport goods. Large trucks can be tens of thousands of pounds, which makes them some of the most dangerous vehicles on the road, if not the most dangerous. The average...
Driver loses job after causing 3-vehicle crash in Oregon
Crashes can happen anywhere, and they have the potential to cause significant harm to those involved. Take, for example, the news report posted on Nov. 21 about a tow-truck driver who was cited for rear-ending another vehicle. The driver was cited for careless driving...
Follow these tips to drive safely around commercial trucks
Even if you do your best to avoid commercial trucks on the road, there will be times when you find yourself in proximity to these vehicles. When this happens, you must alter your driving style to improve your safety. Here are several steps you can take to drive safely...
There are many signs of drowsy driving: Don’t ignore them
Drowsy driving is extremely dangerous, as it makes it difficult to focus on the road ahead and make split-second decisions that can help prevent an accident. Furthermore, drowsy driving can also lead to you falling asleep at the wheel, which almost always leads to an...
Truck accident causes: Knowledge is power
There are many potential causes of truck accidents -- all of which could put you in a compromising position at some point. You hope that you're never part of a truck accident, but there is only so much you can do to protect yourself. Knowing the common causes of truck...