Several of our previous posts have focused on the increasingly stringent rules that govern commercial drivers; specifically those who drive giant semi-trucks. The trucking industry has railed against laws mandating rest breaks for drivers and laws that limit the number …
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We often write about the dangers of distracted driving, as well as the dangers posed by giant tractor-trailers. It should come as no surprise, then, that together these hazards make for a deadly combination. Distracted truck drivers seem to be …
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Statistically speaking, auto accidents are a near certainty for every driver at some point. The average American drives 12,000 miles each year and is involved in three or four accidents annually. Commercial drivers have an even larger statistical probability of …
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Speed is a leading factor in many car and truck accidents. Drivers involved in crashes are often cited for driving over the speed limit or driving too fast for road conditions. Accidents in which speed is a determining factor are …
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Even though Chicago has a lot of bicycle enthusiasts, we’re still very much an automobile city. Like most major metropolitan areas, Chicago has a lot of bicycle and pedestrian accidents due to the fact that both our streets and traffic …
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People commonly worry about getting into car accidents while driving in unfamiliar areas. But statistics show that a significant percentage of crashes occur within a few miles of the victims’ homes. Sometimes, serious or fatal accidents can occur right out …
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No matter what field you work in, chances are that your industry has its own jargon that outsiders don’t always understand. Similarly, there may be industry-related news that is interesting to you and your colleagues even if it seems boring …
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We have previously written that even if an auto accident has a primary cause, it can also be exacerbated by other factors. For instance, the severity of a Chicago car accident caused by a distracted driver could be made worse …
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A serious collision occurred recently between a CTA bus and a dump truck on the South Side. Two other vehicles were also involved, and several people were injured. The only people on the bus at the time of the collision …
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Earlier this week, we began a discussion about groups within the trucking industry voicing opposition to proposals that would increase federal size and weight limits for commercial trucks. One group in particular, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, recently filed formal …
Continue reading “Trucking groups argue against larger & heavier big rigs: Part II”
