Category Archives: Truck Accidents

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  The Rulebook No One Told You About: How Federal Trucking Regulations Impact Injury Claims September 3, 2026 Truck Accidents

  When a commercial truck crashes into your car on Interstate 90, the case that follows is rarely straightforward. Unlike a typical two-car accident, a truck collision can involve federal rules, multiple potentially liable parties, and evidence that disappears faster than you might expect. The federal regulations governing commercial trucking are not just bureaucratic paperwork.... Read More »

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  Understanding Jackknife Accidents and Liability Issues July 22, 2026 Truck Accidents

  If you have ever driven near a large commercial truck, you may have wondered what happens when things go wrong. One of the most dangerous scenarios is a jackknife accident. This occurs when a truck’s trailer swings out to form an angle with the cab, resembling a folding pocketknife. These crashes often happen suddenly... Read More »

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  What to Do if You Are Hit by an Out-of-State Truck Driver July 15, 2026 Truck Accidents

  South Dakota sits at a major crossroads for commercial trucking. Interstates 90 and 29 carry an enormous volume of freight through the state every day, which means that when a serious truck accident happens here, the driver behind the wheel often comes from somewhere else entirely. If you’ve been hit by an out-of-state trucker,... Read More »

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  How Insurance Coverage Works in Commercial Trucking Accidents July 14, 2026 Truck Accidents

  If you have ever been involved in a collision with a semi-truck or other large commercial vehicle, you probably already know that these accidents are nothing like ordinary car crashes. The injuries tend to be more severe, the vehicles involved are far more complex, and the insurance picture is a completely different beast. Understanding... Read More »

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  What is a Bobtail Truck Accident? June 16, 2026 Truck Accidents

  A semi truck without a trailer attached is called a “bobtail.” Truckers bobtail after they have made a delivery and are either headed home or toward another loading dock to pick up a new trailer. Although trucks are lighter when they bobtail, they can still get into collisions. And motorists can suffer horrifying injuries... Read More »

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  Signs of Driver Fatigue in Truck Accident Cases May 19, 2026 Truck Accidents

  Truck accidents are often devastating, and in many cases, driver fatigue plays a major role. Long hours on the road, tight delivery deadlines, and irregular sleep schedules can all contribute to exhaustion behind the wheel. If you have been involved in a crash with a commercial truck, you might be wondering whether fatigue was... Read More »

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  When Mechanical Defects Cause Truck Accidents April 30, 2026 Truck Accidents

  Tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles are complicated. They have many moving parts, all of which need to be in good condition so that the vehicle does not crash. Unfortunately, regular maintenance is costly, and too many trucking companies cut corners by ignoring defects. At Hoy Law, we help injured victims when they are... Read More »

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  Seeking Accountability in Trucking Accidents April 20, 2026 Personal Injury, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

  In 2024, approximately 5,000 people died in accidents involving trucks, up more than 50% from 15 years ago. And while a new proposed law would strengthen enforcement against truck drivers, safety advocates say it will do nothing against freight brokers – middleman companies that often hire firms with poor safety records. Correspondent Jim Axelrod... Read More »

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  What Happens if the Trucker Who Hit You is an Independent Contractor? March 25, 2026 Truck Accidents

  The trucking industry continues to undergo upheavals and changes. Over the past 15 years, the number of independent contractors has increased by almost 40%, to reach 1,000,000 workers. These independent contractors are not employed by a transportation company. Instead, they are “owner operators” who own their own truck and work freelance. Traditionally, anyone hurt... Read More »

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  What to Do if You Suspect a Trucker is Drunk March 18, 2026 DUI Truck Accident, Truck Accidents

  Truckers deal with the loneliness of the job in different ways, and some of them turn to alcohol or drugs. These substances have well-known negative effects on the ability to drive safely. If you were hurt in a truck accident, you are probably in a state of shock. Many of our clients are also... Read More »