Commercial Truck Accident FAQ

FAQs

All Commercial Truck Accident FAQ:

How are the laws for Pennsylvania commercial truck accidents different from the laws for car accidents?
A: Just as differences exists in the size and weight of passenger cars and commercial trucks, there are differences in the laws and regulations that govern the operation and use of commercial trucks in…
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How can I learn more about the trucking company involved in my Pennsylvania truck accident case?
A: A lot of trucking company background information is available to the public at state and federal government offices and on the internet. One source of public information is the website for the Federal…
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How many tractor trailers and other large trucks are on the roadways throughout the U.S.?
A: According to the American Trucking Association, there are about 2.3 million large trucks on roadways in the U.S.
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How many trucking companies are there in the U.S.?
A: According to the American Trucking Association, there are more than 500,00 trucking companies in the U.S. About 80% of them have 20 or fewer trucks. As skilled Erie injury lawyers who have helped injured…
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Should a Pennsylvania truck accident investigation include a thorough inspection of the truck?
A: In addition to learning how and why a commercial truck accident happened and the background, experience, and qualifications of the truck driver, particular emphasis also should be placed on the tractor-trailer itself. You…
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What are IVHS (Intelligent Vehicle Highway Systems)?
A: IVHS, or Intelligent Vehicle Highway Systems, is a broad term which covers a wide array of technologies, including electronic sensors, computer hardware and software, and radio communications. The purpose of…
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What are some of the biggest differences between passenger cars and commercial trucks (besides the obvious size difference)?
A: There are many differences between passenger cars and commercial trucks. Here are just a few of the biggest differences: Stopping Distance. The size and weight of commercial trucks creates tremendous momentum. An average…
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What are the different Gross Vehicle Weight classes for commercial trucks?
A: Most on-highway tractors fall into Class 8, which includes all vehicles that weigh over 33,000 pounds. The other classes are as follows: Class 7 – between 26,001 pounds and 33,000 pounds; Class 6 – between 19,501 and…
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What dangers are presented by Pennsylvania commercial trucks?
A: In addition to the inherent dangers of commercial trucks due to their size, their weight, and the speed at which they travel, some other dangers include 1) inadequate training of truck drivers, 2)…
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