What is an “underride” truck accident and what are the underride truck accident risks in Louisville? An underride accident occurs when another motor vehicle becomes wedged underneath a semi tractor trailer. Recently, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) made specific recommendations to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which proposed changes which would reduce … Continued
A woman has unfortunately lost her life in a fatal truck crash on I-264 East today which shut down all four lanes of the interstate this morning. The accident involved a semi truck, a minivan and a garbage truck. According to Louisville Police officers at the scene, the garbage truck allegedly ran into the back … Continued
Why are there so many rear end truck accidents in Kentucky each year? Recent information released by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration provides some insight into the increase in trucks who run into other motor vehicles as well as truck collisions. The study reports it is twice as likely for a truck to rear … Continued
What are some of the leading causes of flatbed truck accidents? Kentucky, and the Louisville area in particular, are home to substantial truck traffic, many of which are flatbed trucks. Flatbed trucks are used to haul a variety of loads, materials, equipment or machinery. Some flatbeds are actually welded to the frame of the truck … Continued
Are truck drivers under the influence a major risk of injury in Kentucky and across the United States? A recent international study culled information from 36 separate independent studies in countries where trucking was essential to the nation’s economy, principally the United States. The studies found truck drivers are actually a high risk for the … Continued
There are several reasons to hire an experienced truck accident attorney if you have been injured in an accident with a commercial vehicle. Truck accident related personal injury cases are quite legally complex. The experienced Louisville truck injury attorneys at Hargadon, Lenihan & Herrington, PLLC (HLH) employ unique legal strategies to ensure our clients achieve … Continued
The effective investigation of a commercial truck accident personal injury claim is the key to achieving full and fair compensation for our clients. Personal injury cases in Kentucky which involve a commercial motor carrier are quite complex and require legal skill, resources and extensive experience in investigation and the preservation of crucial evidence. When a … Continued
What is the primary difference between a truck accident and a car accident? Car accidents unfortunately happen every day, yet recent safety improvements in vehicle design and passenger restraint have helped to reduce the occurrence and severity of resulting injuries. However, these factors are not as effective when a passenger vehicle is involved in an … Continued
What should you do if you are injured in a Louisville truck accident? Did you or anyone in the car suffer serious and potentially permanent injury? Are you looking for an experienced Louisville truck accident attorney with the legal skill, resources and expertise to achieve the best possible outcome in your case? If you are … Continued
A truck accident in Barren County results in serious injuries and a wrongful death after a semi-truck crossed the center line into oncoming traffic. The accident occurred on a rural road near Cave City, Kentucky. A tractor-trailer was driving westbound when he crossed the center line and hit an oncoming commercial vehicle. The truck then … Continued
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