Trucker Injured After Brakes Failed on U.S. Highway 52
By Rick Shapiro Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, & Appleton The drivers of a tractor-trailer was seriously injured after the trailer lost its brakes and crashed into an embankment on U.S. Highway 52 between Fancy Gap and Cana, Virginia (VA), according to Mount Airy News. The trailer flipped over and slipped across the northbound lanes finally smashing [...]
November 29, 2009
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Off Limits: Portion of Virginia Highway 116 Could Soon Restrict Large Truck Travel
By Emily Mapp Brannon Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, & Appleton If you’re driving a truck longer than 28 feet, Virginia Highway 116 could soon be unavailable for travel. Officials in Franklin County and Roanoke County have passed a resolution restricting large trucks and tractor-trailers from traveling Va. 116, which is 12 miles in length and goes [...]
November 19, 2009
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Trucking Industry Endorses Bill to Restrict Texting while Driving
By Rick Shapiro Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, & Appleton The American Truckers Association (ATA) has been waffling on their support for an anti-texting bill crafted by Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY), but recently decided to endorse the legislative initiative. This isn’t very surprising since the bill hasn’t reached the Senate floor for a vote, so there’s plenty [...]
November 4, 2009
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Virginia Man Not Wearing Seat Belt Killed in Truck Accident
This blog discusses the importance of wearing your seat belt, regardless of the vehicle you drive.
October 15, 2009
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Truckers Question Potential Ban on Texting While Driving
This blog talks about a potential federal ban on texting while driving and the impact on trucking.
October 11, 2009
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Woman Killed in Accident Involving Tractor Trailer
This blog talks about a tragic accident on Interstate 81 (I-81) in Harrisonburg, Virginia (VA). A tractor trailer smashed into a pickup truck killing a woman.
October 8, 2009
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Safety Last: Thousands of Trucks on the Road Fail Basic Safety Standards
This blog focuses on the shortcomings of the trucking industry. Thousands of trucks fail to comply with basic federal safety standards and are putting people in danger. The most common violation was defective brakes. Think about that – many trucks on the road are at a higher risk of their brakes failing than regular sedans and other vehicles. This is unacceptable.
October 7, 2009
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Tanker Truck Involved in Rollover Accident Spills Thousands of Gallons of Fuel on Road
By Richard N. Shapiro Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, & Appleton Truck accidents are terrible, but tanker truck accidents can be even worse. The size and velocity these massive vehicles possess can inflict incredible damage when involved in a trucking accident. This is especially true in rollover accidents. This scenario unfortunately came to fruition when a tanker [...]
September 23, 2009
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Four People Injured in Multi-Vehicle Accident Including a Truck
Four people were hurt in an accident involving a car, semi-tractor trailer and a truck towing a recreational vehicle. The driver and passenger in the Ford F-250, Samuel and Dorothy Everts, suffered serious injuries and are in critical condition.As an injury lawyer who’s represented people seriously hurt in car and truck accidents, I’m always saddened to hear of these incidences and understand the ramifications of serious accidents.
September 14, 2009
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Two Young Men Killed in Truck Accident
Two young men were killed in a truck accident. Both were just 23 years old. My condolences go out to their friends and family. As an injury lawyer who’s represented people seriously hurt in car and truck accidents, it’s always troubling to hear about these tragic incidences.
September 14, 2009
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