On behalf of The Ellis Firm, APLC | Aug 25, 2020 | Truck Accidents
Californians are no stranger to commercial trucks traveling the 15, watching the vehicles carry big loads for long hours through the corridor. But when those hours stretch a little too long, everyone on the road could be in danger. Truck drivers are notorious for...
On behalf of The Ellis Firm, APLC | Jul 8, 2020 | Truck Accidents
A truck accident can wreak havoc on your life. The injuries suffered in these crashes are often quite severe, sometimes leaving victims with lifelong disabilities that are costly to treat. Lost wages and lost earnings capacity can also take a toll on these victims,...
On behalf of The Ellis Firm, APLC | Jul 2, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents, Truck Accidents
Large semi trucks are among the most dangerous vehicles on the road. Their size, weight and frequently high speed of travel mean any motorist involved in a wreck with such a truck is at serious risk of a severe injury or death. Sadly, it’s often neglect – such as...
On behalf of The Ellis Firm, APLC | Aug 4, 2017 | Truck Accidents
Driver fatigue is a bigger problem than many of us realize (or admit). Even by the most conservative data, drowsy driving is a factor in thousands of car accidents that result in serious injuries and fatalities. A group of civic-minded entrepreneurs has developed a...
On behalf of The Ellis Firm, APLC | Apr 12, 2017 | Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
And the trucking industry would like to scale back safety regulations The number of truck accidents resulting in death rose 8 percent in 2015, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The number of truck crash fatalities in...