Because of a semi-truck’s long tractor-trailer, the driver must make wide turns to avoid hitting curbs or cars. When the driver begins making his wide turn, the passenger vehicle behind the big rig might assume he is going straight or turning in the opposite direction. If the passenger vehicle attempts to pass the semi-truck or…
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A semi-truck with an empty trailer may weigh up to 35,000 pounds. With a fully loaded trailer attached, it may weigh up to 80,000 pounds, legally. If the semi-truck exceeds the federal weight limit, the driver could receive jail time, a fine, a license revocation, and other consequences. Semi-truck drivers must stop at weigh stations…
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When driving next to or near a semi-truck, it’s important to give the truck driver plenty of space in case an emergency arises. A semi-truck does not have the same stopping capabilities of a passenger vehicle due to perception, reaction time, braking distance, and brake lag. Allow us to explain: 1. The Semi-Truck Driver’s Perception …
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration states that the average semi-truck is roughly 20 to 30 times heavier than a standard vehicle (i.e., 4,000 pounds compared to 80,000 pounds). The length of a semi-truck with a trailer attached is roughly 80 feet, and a standard car is roughly 16 feet. A semi-trucks extreme weight and…
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Five fatal causes of semi-truck accidents include driver fatigue, use of stimulants, poor training, not following road laws, and driving on unfamiliar roads.
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A nursing home abuse lawsuit may be necessary if additional medical issues and expenses have surfaced or if long-term disabilities have occurred.
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If you notice nursing home abuse, report it as soon as possible. There are several pathways available for reporting abuse, including the following recommended avenues:
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Elder abuse in a long-term care facility can be traumatizing for everyone involved. We encourage you to take immediate action.
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Four risk factors that may contribute to nursing home abuse include being female, having a mental condition, being a veteran, or if the elder identifies as LGBTQ+.
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Physical abuse in long-term care facilities may include lack of medication and sustenance administration, poor care for bed-ridden individuals, failure to help those with mobility issues, and misuse of restraints.
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