There are many reasons that people drive on the roads in Louisiana. There are also many different types of vehicles that drive on the roads. Individuals often drive cars, pickup trucks, SUVs and motorcycles to get to their various destinations. There are also many...
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Truck driver inspection reports to ensure truck working properly
People drive on Louisiana roads every day for a variety of reasons. People drive to get to and from work, but people drive to go to stores, to get groceries and run other errands, to see friends and family, for entertainment and many other reasons. One of these other...
Thousands of truck accidents occur every year
Many people drive on Louisiana roads. Whether a driver is in a city or rural area, they need to abide by the traffic laws to ensure everyone's safety. This is especially true for truck drivers. If semi-trucks or other large vehicles are in accidents with cars, the...
Safety fitness standards for trucking companies
There are many trucks on Louisiana roads. They are effective at transporting a large number of items. They are vital for getting products into people's hands and vital for the economy. However, they are also much larger than most other vehicles on the road and can...
Law proposes lower speed limits to prevent truck accidents
Understandably, Louisiana drivers must be aware of the dangers of large trucks on the road. These vehicles are frequently moving at high speed and travel long distances. Sometimes, a truck company has drivers who flout the laws and rules of operation. When there is a...
Man killed in head-on truck accident in Louisiana
It is an unavoidable reality that Louisiana drivers will need to share the road with large trucks as they travel. For the most part, these trucks are operated safely and within the law with everyone from the truck company to the operator understanding that the...
Everyone on the road should be aware of truck dangers
There are many factors that can lead to a motor vehicle accident. When it comes to trucks on the road, there are additional factors that should be taken under consideration. This is even more important, considering the additional risks of a truck accident and the...
What is the most time a truck driver can travel without rest?
A previous post on this blog discusses the serious hazard driver fatigue causes on Louisiana's highways and other roads. For instance, a fatigued truck driver can start taking on the driving of habits of someone who is drunk or buzzed. Not surprisingly, fatigued...
Safety tips to avoid collision with a semi truck in Louisiana
Louisiana drivers of automobiles, SUVs and pickups must share the roads with tractor-trailers. These big 18-wheelers can present a real danger to those in smaller vehicles. When a collision occurs, it's almost always the truck that wins. Remembering a few basic safety...
Underride guards can prevent a fatal truck accident
One of the most horrific types of accidents involving semi trucks is the underride crash. This is a collision in which an automobile slides under the rear or side of the truck's trailer. In some cases the roof of the car is sheared off. Occupants of the car often...