Driving in the fall in Massachusetts can bring new challenges every year as the season changes. Because autumn is known for cooler temperatures without crowds of vacationers or the dangers of ice storms, it may seem like a safe driving season. However, the changes in...
Most Massachusetts motorists are aware that they should not use their phones while they drive. However, some believe that hands-free phones are fine. Unfortunately, research has demonstrated that using hands-free phones while driving is also distracting and increases...
Some troubling and frightening facts emerge from statistics about semi-trucks. Although tractor-trailers represent a small fraction of vehicles on the road, they account for roughly 10% of fatal crashes. Every year, thousands of people lose their lives in...
Truck driver fatigue may cause a motor vehicle accident to occur. The pressure to make deliveries quickly and maximize profits can take a toll on truck drivers in Massachusetts and throughout the country. When an accident occurs because of truck driver fatigue, it may...
As the winter months approach, people across Massachusetts will once again begin to make their way to work and school in the snow. Although the presence of snow is certainly a joy for some, the fact is that it also comes with a few challenges, especially for drivers....
When a car hits a pedestrian in Massachusetts, the pedestrian tends to suffer from the brunt of the injuries. In fact, hundreds of pedestrians die in accidents each year that leave the drivers of the vehicles unharmed. While SUVs have experienced multiple safety...
Car accidents occur all too frequently in Massachusetts, and some of them can have serious consequences. Victims might face a lengthy recovery, become unable to work at the same capacity as before or no longer enjoy quality time with loved ones. To add to the stress,...
Trucking accidents are some of the most dangerous on the highway. Whenever an accident between a truck and a passenger vehicle results in a death, it's the person in the passenger vehicle who loses their life nearly every time. Semi-trucks are dangerous because...
Truck drivers in Massachusetts are as liable as anyone else to become distracted behind the wheel. It's not just food or the climate controls that can lead to distraction but also relatively new technologies like smartphones and infotainment systems. Distracted...
You may have seen the news that there is the potential for more tired truckers on Massachusetts roads these days as the federal government has waived some regulations governing trucker hours during the COVID-19 crisis. As a result, this may mean that truckers are...
