On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Nov 26, 2019 | Truck Accidents
Colliding with a semi truck can cause some serious damage, to you and your car. You may be owed compensation for the cost of medical care and other expenses, but it’s not always the truck driver who’s at fault for the accident. Nearly 90,000 accidents involved large...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Sep 29, 2019 | Truck Accidents
Truck drivers have a huge responsibility in front of them. Not only are they tasked with carrying precious cargo to and from multiple locations, they must also ensure they’re operating their vehicles safely when behind the wheel. That means trucking companies...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Jun 15, 2019 | Truck Accidents
Truckers must ensure their cargo is properly secured before heading out on their trip. Failure to properly secure cargo puts all other drivers at risk, especially if an accident occurs. There are actually a few different methods of securing cargo, as explained by...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Mar 10, 2019 | Truck Accidents
Trucker fatigue is a serious issue in Alabama and elsewhere around the U.S. In a rush to meet deadlines many truckers push themselves to the limit, despite rules and regulations mandating breaks and rest periods for working truckers. In this case, the Federal Motor...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Dec 24, 2018 | Truck Accidents
While large trucks may be dangerous due to their weight and their blind spots, there is another issue that you need to be aware of to stay safe when driving around them on Alabama roadways. This danger is unsecured loads. An unsecured or improperly secured load poses...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Oct 26, 2018 | Truck Accidents
You can typically tell when a driver is speeding on Jasper’s roads based on how fast you are traveling in your own vehicle. To witness a semi-truck speeding would certainly be quite alarming, and when one strikes your vehicle while doing so, you may justly...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Jun 9, 2018 | Truck Accidents
There are a number of reasons behind the prevalence of large truck collisions and many drivers recognize that drug use, distractions and speeding are very dangerous. However, fatigue is another serious problem in the trucking industry and a lot of large truck...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Jun 1, 2018 | Truck Accidents
As you travel along the roads of Alabama, it isn’t uncommon to drive alongside large tractor trailers and other trucks, in addition to cars and motorcycles. While all of these vehicles pose a certain degree of danger to you as you’re driving, tractor trailers are...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Apr 7, 2018 | Truck Accidents
The semi-trucks and big rigs that you see driving through Walker carry a good number of the products that allow you to enjoy daily living. In your home or on the store shelf, these singular items may pose no threat whatsoever. However, stacked alongside thousands of...
On behalf of The Sapp Law Firm, L.L.C. | Mar 2, 2018 | Truck Accidents
A collision with a semi-truck in Walker can leave you facing seemingly insurmountable expenses for both your care and recovery as well as the repair of your vehicle. These costs may make it necessary for you to seek compensation beyond auto insurance coverage limits....
