Truck Accidents

Jackknife accidents occur when truck combinations, usually a tractor-trailer combination, fail to work in unison. The tractor and trailer move in different directions, typically an “L” or “V” shape with the tractor being one side of the L or V and the trailer being on the other, instead of the trailer being directly behind the…

Semi-trailer trucks are one of the largest vehicles traveling the roads of the United States. They are not only intimidating to automobile drivers passing by, but they can also become very unnerving to truck drivers who must keep them stable in inclement weather and hazardous road conditions. When these trucks become difficult to control, serious…

Distracted driving is not only extremely dangerous, but it is also one of the leading causes of truck accidents in Washington. Yet the number of distracted drivers continues to rise, and more and more people are losing their lives to these senseless and avoidable acts. Distracted driving is when a truck driver is participating in…

To finish the year 2022, the state of Washington experienced a horrific vehicle crash that closed part of a major highway for almost half a day. As Kennewick car accident attorneys, Telaré Law wants our clients to know they have legal options if they experience a motor vehicle accident with other cars or even large…

Winter weather has arrived in Washington, and that means snow, rain, and wet weather conditions. One of the dangers of this type of weather is hydroplaning, a phenomenon that happens when your vehicle’s tires lose grip with the road and skid out of control on a wet surface. This is scary when it happens with…

Motorists must be notified of the height of bridges and overpasses in feet and inches. Sometimes, it is posted on the bridge itself, and sometimes it’s on a sign a mile preceding the bridge, and usually it’s both. This is done so that tall vehicles such as commercial trucks know whether they will be able…

In our beautiful state of Washington, there are large interstate highways that stretch from Spokane to Seattle. They’re often full of those large semi-trucks, so passing and merging can be dangerous. But while the highways and major roads come with certain risks from semi-truck drivers, it may be surprising to hear that rural roads present…

Legally? No. Realistically? Yes, you do. Truck accidents are much more difficult cases than car accidents and other types of personal injury accidents for many reasons. Commercial truck accidents are often more deadly than other types of accidents. There are many federal and state rules that regulate the safe operation of trucks and the qualifications…

If you are involved in an accident with a semi-truck, you no doubt want to seek compensation for any injuries and damages you suffered. Filing a lawsuit against the driver alone may not secure you the financial reimbursement you deserve, as a lone driver may not be able to afford to pay for all your…

Semi-trucks are no rare sight on the highways of Washington State. In maneuvering around these large vehicles, it is important to know what dangers they pose. Blind spots are universal to every vehicle. These blind spots on semi-trucks have been called the truck’s “No-Zones,” and are called as such because cars are meant to avoid…