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A truck accident is a catastrophic event. These crashes can easily cause severe injury and death. If you or a loved one was injured in a truck accident caused by someone else’s negligence, then you deserve a passionate advocate on your side. To discuss the situation with us and to find out if our…

There are many causes of large truck accidents. Oftentimes, these causes can be lumped into the leading category of human error, as opposed to road defects or truck defects. Examples of human error include: Drunk driving Driving under the influence of prescription medications, illegal drugs, or other controlled substances Fatigued and drowsy driving Inadequate…

You will have a lot of expenses, compounded by financial loss, following a serious car accident. If you are worried about where you will find the compensation to pay for all these things, especially when the accident was caused by someone else, we can completely understand that worry. The experienced attorneys at Shaw Cowart…

Semi-trucks are very large, very heavy vehicles. It goes without saying that they cause horrendous devastation when they are involved in collisions with other motor vehicles. If you or a loved one was involved in a truck accident like this, you may be facing life-altering injuries, such as: Injuries to the back, neck, and…

In the United States, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has established regulations which restrict the number of hours a truck driver can work. Despite these rules, truck driver fatigue continues to be one of the most common causes of semi-truck accidents. This is because trucking companies often put profit before the regulatory…

Every state has their fair share of poorly designed intersections. Whether you are driving in a car or crossing the street, bad intersections can be dangerous, especially if there are negligent drivers on the road. If you are injured in a car accident at a bad intersection, our experienced personal injury attorneys can help…

A catastrophic injury is any injury that has life-altering consequences. They often lead to ongoing medical treatment, long-term physical care, or permanent disability. With the help of our experienced personal injury lawyers at Shaw Cowart LLP, you can pursue compensation for the immediate and future consequences of catastrophic injuries. In personal injury claims, catastrophic…

Car accidents kill about 35,000 Americans every year. About 4,000 of those deaths annually are caused by semi-trucks. Although 18-wheelers make up a small percentage of fatal car accidents, the massive size disparity between big rigs and passenger cars means that occupants of cars are at a far higher risk of dying while semi-truck…

Fatigue is a common problem for truck drivers, and a major contributor to crashes. Hours of Service (HOS) laws were created to reduce driver fatigue, but have not been effective for many reasons. Truck drivers often spend more time on the road than allowed in order to keep their jobs. Those who do not…

Truck accidents have many causes and often a combination of factors. Appearances can be deceiving when the real underlying cause of the accident is hidden. Such is the case with poorly balanced loads. Even when a truck is not overloaded, unbalanced loads are a very real hazard and an unbalanced load is just one…