A previous post on this blog talked about the dangers speeding truck drivers present to other motorists in the Hillsborough and other parts of the Tampa area. Not only do drivers who speed have less of a chance of being able to stop for an accident, but, should they...
Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Large commercial vehicles need to be driven slowly
Although many drivers in the Tampa area are likely tempted to speed, particularly if they are running late for an appointment or are just eager to get home from work after a long day.In particular, drivers of large commercial vehicles, who often are under a time...
How we can help passengers, other drivers after an Uber wreck
A previous post on this blog explained the legal options for those affected by accidents involving an Uber or Lyft driver. Basically, both passengers and other motorists in the greater Tampa area can suffer serious injuries because of a negligent driver who is...
Getting compensation after an Uber of Lyft accident
Like residents of other major cities, residents of Hillsborough and other parts of the greater Tampa area are now able to secure a ride through a transportation network company like Uber and Lyft. Supposedly, this system is just as effective, if not better than, a...
Cell phone use restricted for many commercial drivers
Any distracted driver on Tampa's roads and nearby highways is a danger to other motorists. After all, a lot can happen even during those two seconds a driver takes to make that one phone call or send that one text, and if the driver misses something, they can cause a...
Suing the State of Florida or one of its agents or subdivisions
Traditionally, the State of Florida could not be sued for the actions or omissions of its employees, including those who operate commercial vehicles on behalf of the state government. This traditional rule applies also to all government agencies and subdivisions, such...
Feds release report on Florida autonomous vehicle accident
A commercial vehicle accident in Florida attracted national attention, since the crash involved a so-called "autonomous" vehicle. Federal authorities actually investigated the cause of the accident and determined that the automated system bore some, but not all, of...
We will help you hold a fatigued trucker accountable
Previous posts on this blog have discussed the serious danger that fatigued driving poses and have also talked about how many truckers must follow detailed rules about how long they have to rest after being on the road for several hours.Unfortunately, though, some...
Truck accident leaves 2 band members dead
Another person affiliated with a noted heavy metal band has died following a severe accident on Interstate 75 in Florida.According to reports, the band's tour manager, died after being unable to recover from the accident, which took place several weeks ago. The woman...
How much liability insurance must a bus company carry?
The owners and drivers of busses and other large commercial vehicles that transport passengers locally in Tampa, through Florida and to other states all take on a huge responsibility. After all, as with other forms of mass transportation, the passengers of these...