Understanding Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

If you’ve ever been involved in a truck accident—or are researching one—you’ve likely come across the term GVWR. Understanding this and related truck weight ratings can reveal whether a vehicle was overloaded or improperly operated, which may directly impact liability in a crash. What Is… read more

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Jackknife Truck Accidents: All You Need to Know

Jackknife truck accidents represent some of the most dangerous incidents on Dallas highways. These crashes occur when a truck’s trailer swings out at an angle to the cab, resembling the folding motion of a jackknife. The massive size and weight of commercial trucks make these… read more

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How Fast Can Commercial Trucks Safely Travel on Highways?

When a commercial truck is involved in a wreck, one of the first questions many might ask is: Was the driver speeding? Determining how fast a truck can safely travel in Texas is more complicated than checking a speedometer reading.  Keep reading to learn more… read more

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Do You Need a CDL To Drive a Box Truck in Dallas?

Box trucks are sometimes considered commercial motor vehicles. Therefore, many believe they need a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to drive a box truck. However, that assumption is only partially true. Generally, you do not need a CDL to drive a box truck in Dallas. There… read more

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Why It’s Important To Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer With Trial Experience

Truck accidents can be devastating. Many cause severe injuries, property damage, and disability that impact victims and their families. If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident, hiring a truck accident lawyer with trial experience is important to help you… read more

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Types of Commercial Driver’s Licenses

If you want to be a truck driver, you’ll need more than just a regular driver’s license. Federal regulations dictate that drivers of trucks over a certain weight or those who haul certain materials must go through additional training to obtain a commercial driver’s license… read more

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How Much Does a Semi-truck Weigh?

You would be forgiven if you looked at a semi or tractor-trailer and marveled at the sheer size and power of such vehicles. These monstrous moving machines are critical to transporting goods across the country. They can move everything from consumer goods and wares to… read more

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What’s the Difference Between “Interstate” and “Intrastate” Trucking?

In your truck accident case, the laws that apply to the 18-wheeler that hit you can differ greatly, especially depending upon whether interstate or intrastate trucking laws apply. What’s the difference between interstate and intrastate trucking? So, was the truck in your wreck traveling interstate or intrastate? The answer… read more

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How Many Hours Can A Texas Truck Driver Drive In A Day?

Truck driver fatigue is one of the leading causes of 18-wheeler accidents in Texas. Unlike regular motorists, truck drivers are limited to how many hours a day they are allowed to operate a commercial vehicle. As explained by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ‘The… read more

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