Who is liable in a truck accident will depend on the crash’s circumstances. However, potentially at-fault parties usually include the commercial truck driver or the driver’s employer. No matter who caused your truck crash, determining who is liable for your injuries and damages is vital to your financial recovery. If…
When we picture a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), most of us probably think of semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, or box trucks. But a truck’s design, size, and weight aren’t the only criteria used to classify them as commercial vehicles. If you’re seriously injured in a Michigan truck accident, these classifications could be…
Commercial truck drivers are required by law to complete a Department of Transportation (DOT) pre-trip truck inspection checklist before starting every trip. However, truckers also work under tight deadlines, so naturally want to hit the road quickly to arrive at their destinations on time. Still, that’s never an excuse to…
Truck drivers in Michigan must carry auto insurance in compliance with both federal and state regulations. Intrastate truckers who only operate within Michigan’s borders must follow state insurance regulations, while interstate truck drivers who drive cross-country must also ensure they comply with federal insurance regulations. Purchasing the right amount of…
PENDING LEGISLATION WILL HURT ACCIDENT SURVIVORS – WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW TO CHANGE IT! Huge changes are taking place under the proposed No-Fault legislation due to go into effect on July 1st. There is an alternative bill that Dave Christensen helped write that would save the medical providers and…
Truck accidents account for some of the worst accidents on Michigan roads. Many of these collisions are caused by carelessness — or, in legal terms, negligence — on the part of one or more parties in the trucking industry. Typically, that means they violated strict state and federal trucking laws….
Commercial trucks are powerhouses on Michigan roads. Unfortunately, they can also be a serious hazard to neighboring motorists. Due to their massive size and weight, trucks can cause significant injuries to others if an accident occurs. Sadly, these types of crashes happen far too often in The Wolverine State. The…
Michigan is no stranger to snow in winter. We rely on snowplows to help clear the roads and keep us safe. But what happens if you’re hurt in an accident with a plow truck? It’s important to know your legal rights. Causes of Snow Plow Accidents in Michigan Winter weather…
Accidents involving large trucks and tractor-trailers can be catastrophic. A commercial truck is much longer and heavier than the standard automobile. That means that when occupants in smaller cars collide with large trucks, the occupant usually suffers the worst injuries. Truck accident cases are particularly complex. Not only do they…
Operating a commercial truck requires training, skill and care from a truck driver. A truck driver who operates a rig in a negligent or reckless manner can cause a catastrophic accident, resulting in property damage, serious personal injuries – and even loss of life – for other motorists. At Christensen…
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