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When a rollover accident occurs, the damage can be severe. Life-threatening injuries, death, and property destruction can all result from these accidents. Large trucks are abundant on the nation’s highways, and a truck rollover is one of the most common types of accidents involving tractor-trailers and other large trucks. More than 3,500 people in this […]

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In a report recently released by the American Trucking Association, it was noted that on average, most long-haul truck drivers will average between 100,000 to 110,000 miles each year. Collectively, Commercial Class 8 trucks drive approximately 128 BILLION miles each year, which is the equivalent of making more than 135,000 cross country trips every day.With […]

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According to the National Transportation Safety Board, fatigue and lack of sleep may be a factor in 30-40 percent of all large truck accidents. Fatigue was the probable cause in 31 percent of crashes that resulted in the truck driver’s death (NTSB). In a 1992 survey, 19 percent of tractor-trailer drivers said they had fallen […]

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The Coalition for Commercial Truck Safety The Coalition for Commercial Truck Safety (CCTS) is a group of concerned citizens dedicated to reducing Truck accidents on Florida’s roads and highways by implementing minimum safety standards for training large truck drivers. In an effort to reduce auto accidents involving tractor-trailers and other large trucks, CCTS will work […]

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Riding alongside an 18-wheeler or other large commercial vehicles is part of everyday travel for many Florida motorists. Unfortunately, many drivers are unaware of the large blind spots these vehicles have. One of the worst mistakes a driver can make is not being aware of riding in a truck’s blind spot. This often leads to […]

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The transportation of hazardous materials is one of the most highly-regulated aspects of the trucking industry. Government agencies responsible for ensuring that the transport of hazardous material is conducted in the safest and most efficient manner possible have established strict rules and regulations in order to ensure the safe transport of these materials.The most common […]

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Due to their size and weight, commercial vehicles can cause significant property damage and fatal injuries when they collide with a passenger vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that commercial vehicles were involved in 276,000 traffic crashes in 2010.If your loved was killed in a Florida truck accident, you may be eligible […]

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Large Truck Crash Facts Source: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; 2006 statistics released January 2008 At Gordon & Partners, we believe our system of justice works best when skilled attorneys that have the resources to fully prepare and try a case represent both sides. Please complete our online contact form or call us toll free […]

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Every year, truck accidents result in thousands of catastrophic injuries and wrongful deaths in the United States. Tractor trailers, 18-wheelers, big rigs, fire engines, semi trucks, and other large commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of greater than 10,000 pounds account for the majority of accidents, deaths and injuries on the nation’s roadways. The […]

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If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury due to another person’s negligence, medical malpractice, a defective product or unsafe workplace conditions, you need to pay close attention to the filing deadline — known in legal terms as a statute of limitations — that applies to your case.The statute of limitations is […]

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