When a semitruck weighing more than 10,000 pounds plows into a compact car or even an SUV, the driver of the smaller vehicle is more likely to suffer serious, if not catastrophic, injuries. If you were recently in a crash involving a truck, you may be wondering who will pay
Truck accidents can lead to significant injuries and even fatalities because of the size and force of these vehicles. Throughout the country in 2021, there were 494,000 police-reported crashes involving large trucks, 22% of which resulted in injuries. Ohio sees its own share of truck accidents, with 3,969 of them
Any vehicle accident has the unfortunate potential to end in tragedy. But when a car collides with a semitruck, that potential can be greatly amplified in Ohio. Statistics show an average of over 4,800 trucking accidents per year on Ohio roadways between 2020 and 2023, with an average of over
Trucks are a pivotal element in the shipping industry, carrying needed goods to cities and towns nationwide. While drivers are trained to manage the extra bulk and weight of semi-trucks, accidents can and do occur. There are over half a million truck-related accidents in the U.S. each year, with 55%
Trucking accidents are one of the most devastating types of accidents. As Ohio drivers know well, the state’s highway system serves as a trucking corridor along which truckers move freight destined for all parts of the country. Driving on an Ohio highway means you’ll be sharing the road with plenty
Being involved in an Ohio truck accident is a jarring experience. It can be difficult to remain clear-headed in the immediate aftermath of a crash. However, knowing the right steps to take can have a major impact on your ability to recover trucking accident compensation to help with your injury
At Oliver Law Office, our Columbus truck accident attorneys understand that over 72% of all consumer goods are transported by 18-wheelers nationwide. Companies like Amazon and other retailers have added to the country’s dependence on semi-trucks, requiring extensive transportation networks to deliver products to customers, increasing heavy commercial vehicle traffic on our Ohio interstates,
As a driver, you are likely familiar with the blind spots around your vehicle and know that the only way to check them is to physically turn your head. Transport trucks also have blind spots, but due to the enormous length and size of these vehicles, those blind spots are
Transport trucks and 18-wheelers can be the heaviest and largest vehicles on the road, and thus have the potential to cause the most serious injuries when involved in crashes. Strict state and federal laws exist to help prevent crashes as much as possible. Because truck drivers must comply with both
Truck accidents happen for many reasons. If a negligent truck driver or trucking company caused your crash, you have a right to file a claim for compensation. Trucking companies aggressively defend these claims, however, and may even try to shift the blame to you. Strong evidence is critical for proving
