You may have heard that driving while tired is just as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol. Neither situation is ideal, of course, but what are the risks of each? Is drowsy driving just as bad as drunk driving in Louisiana? Legally, no Although it is...
Commercial Vehicle Accidents
3 tips for avoiding truck accidents
Motorists across the state and throughout the U.S. share the streets and highways with commercial vehicles every day. Unfortunately, sometimes collisions involving cars and these large trucks occur. Due to the size and weight differences between the vehicles, the...
Distracted driving remains a deadly issue on U.S. roads
Even careful, conscientious drivers may find themselves endangered on the road when other motorists are not paying attention. Unfortunately, from eating or drinking to handling mobile devices, all too often U.S. drivers overestimate their ability to multi-task behind...
A look at the prevalence of truck accident injuries and deaths
If you find yourself involved in a large truck crash, you could become seriously hurt or even lose your life. Sadly, these accidents happen too often and it is important to recognize how prevalent fatal truck collisions are. Moreover, truck drivers who cause deadly...
The collateral consequences of a truck accident
A Louisiana crash involving a commercial vehicle often results in severe injuries and vehicle damage that sidelines you from everyday activities. However, these aren’t the only issues that impact life after an accident. Care, recovery and rehabilitation can have...
UPS drivers are supposed to take a longer, safer route
Drivers for UPS know that there is great value in avoiding traffic crashes. Clearly, public safety is at the heart of this matter, as they seek to keep others out of the hospital by eliminating dangerous accidents. There is also the financial side, though, since even...
The online shopping surge and commercial drivers
It's no secret that there has been a recent surge in online shopping. It's easier than ever to shop from your phone, and with many companies offering faster and faster shipping, it may even be quicker than finding time in your busy schedule to drive to the store.For...
Know the reasons why school bus accidents occur
Buses can be a convenient way of getting your kids to school, but they can also be very dangerous. School bus accidents are relatively rare compared to other traffic incidents, but they do happen, especially under certain conditions.Sometimes drivers become distracted...
There are a lot of new Amazon drivers on the roads
Amazon's online sales have soared in recent months. They're shipping out an incredible amount of products, and the demand just seems to keep rising. To keep up with it, they have started hiring new workers.In March, they added 100,000 new workers. About a month later,...
Commercial vehicle accidents on the upswing in 2017
Buses and large trucks are a common sight on Louisiana roads. However, if not handled with care, they can cause fatal accidents.According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, in 2017 4,889 buses and large trucks were involved in deadly motor vehicle...