When a passenger vehicle slides beneath a trailer or a large truck rides over the vehicle’s primary crash structure, the collision can bypass the very systems designed to protect the people inside. The result can be catastrophic brain injuries, spinal…
A train derailment, tanker truck crash, or warehouse spill can release hazardous chemicals into the air or across a worksite within seconds. Workers, drivers, emergency responders, nearby residents, and others may be exposed by breathing in contaminated air, getting chemicals…
Families can suffer serious burns, smoke inhalation, and catastrophic fire damage from a kitchen appliance that was supposed to be safe on the counter, under the cabinet, or inside the home. Air fryers, dishwashers, microwaves, toasters, ranges, and other appliances…
A heartbreaking crash in Philadelphia’s Frankford section is drawing urgent attention to the standards that should govern emergency and medical transport vehicles. According to 6abc, a 2-month-old infant, identified as Marian Harris, died after a private ambulance crashed around 5:15…
McEldrew Purtell has been retained by the family of Oneil D. Fletcher, the 27-year-old Carbon County man who died following a head-on crash on February 19, 2026, in Upper Macungie Township, Pennsylvania. According to published reports and statements attributed to…
Trucking accidents can be devastating, leading to catastrophic injuries, fatality and life-altering consequences for those involved. If you’ve been injured in a trucking accident, it’s crucial to understand when the trucking company may be held liable for your injuries. The best…
Involvement in any motor vehicle wreck is unnerving, but if you’ve been in an Uber rideshare accident, you probably have additional questions about what you should do in the event of a rideshare accident. Uber car accident insurance coverage will…
Rideshare apps are a popular alternative to taxis that can give you a quick ride to your destination or safe transport home after a night out. However, if you experience an accident, your legal options might be different than if…
When you purchase a Tesla automobile from a dealer, it includes a standard Autopilot system. You have the option to replace that with a Full Self Driving (FSD) feature. Despite what the names suggest, neither feature removes the need for…
Have you ever been in a serious accident with a semi-truck or tractor-trailer? These accidents can cause catastrophic injuries with long recoveries and incur high costs. High medical costs, severe pain, and emotional trauma are common consequences of a semi-truck…
If you or a loved one has been injured in a recent Uber accident, you likely have questions about your situation. You may have an eligible claim against Uber or other parties to compensate you for your losses. The lawyers…
What Is a Truck Accident Claim? When a client is injured or suffers the loss of a loved one as the result of an accident with a semi truck or other type of commercial truck, the client may be able…
Any injury can seem devastating, especially when you are hurt in an accident or injured due to someone else’s negligence or bad actions. However, some injuries are severe enough to cause permanent disability and change your way of life forever,…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates commercial motor vehicles in the United States. FMCSA rules and regulations include hours of service for drivers, drug and alcohol testing, vehicle testing, and much more. The agency’s accountability and compliance programs…
Motor Vehicle and Semi-Truck Accident Statistics In 2020, the most recent year the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published data, there were 35,766 fatal motor vehicle crashes. This fatality rate is equivalent to 17.01 fatalities per 100,000 licensed drivers in the…
Commercial truck accidents are frightening events that can end in death or catastrophic injuries. Commercial truck accidents are frightening events that can end in death or catastrophic injuries. While it is possible to proceed without a lawyer, it’s always in…
