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When Do Most Trucking Accidents Occur & Why Does It Matter?

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

Federal crash data shows that the majority of serious trucking accidents occur during the daytime hours, defined as 6:00 A.M. through 7:00 P.M.  In fact, 51% of fatal trucking accidents occurred between 6 A.M. through 3:00 P.M., while only 30% of fatal crashes not involving trucks occurred during this time period.  Also, though 37% of… Read More »

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Motorcycle Accident Risk Factors

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

While only 3% of all vehicles on the roads are motorcycles, they account for 14% of all motor vehicle-related fatalities. [1] Risk factors for motorcycle crash fatalities include absence of a helmet, alcohol use, speeding, and invalid licensure. The problem of invalid licensure is somewhat unique to motorcyclists: nationally, a quarter of all motorcyclists in fatal… Read More »

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Alan Hamilton Interview on Commercial Vehicles

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

Shiver Hamilton Campbell partner Alan Hamilton was interviewed by CBS 46 in Atlanta following the shocking incident where a cement truck turned over and smashed several cars, one of them carrying former Ambassador and Mayor Andrew Young. Shiver Hamilton Campbell has a core practice area specialty of handling commercial vehicle and construction accident injury claims. Tragically,… Read More »

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Dressing for Motorcycle Safety

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

On a motorcycle, a driver is uniquely exposed to wind, rain, sun, and the road. In many cases this is one of the features that motorcyclists love about driving. But in the case of an accident, that exposure can become dangerous. Even on the best day, a motorcyclist can come into contact with small… Read More »

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Distracted Driving Series: Part Three

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

Anything that diverts a driver’s attention from driving can result in distracted driving. This includes eating, talking to passengers, grooming, and talking or texting on cell phones. In 2012, 3,328 people were killed in car crashes attributed to distracted driving. Another 421,000 people were injured in wrecks involving a distracted driver. Those who engage… Read More »

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Distracted Driving Series: Part Two

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

Anything that diverts a driver’s attention from driving can result in distracted driving. This includes eating, talking to passengers, grooming, and talking or texting on cell phones. In 2012, 3,328 people were killed in car crashes attributed to distracted driving. Another 421,000 people were injured in wrecks involving a distracted driver. Those who engage… Read More »

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Distracted Driving: A Multi-Part Series

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

Anything that diverts a driver’s attention from driving can result in distracted driving.  This includes eating, talking to passengers, grooming, and talking or texting on cell phones.  In 2012, 3,328 people were killed in car crashes attributed to distracted driving.  Another 421,000 people were injured in wrecks involving a distracted driver.  Those who engage… Read More »

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Trucking Safety & Regulatory Updates: Part Three

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

In 2000, the U.S. Department of Transportation created the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to head government regulation regarding trucking safety. As part of its goal “to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and buses,” the FMCSA develops and enforces motor-carrier regulations. In this third installment of a multi-part series on important updates to federal trucking… Read More »

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Trucking Safety & Regulatory Updates: Part Two

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

In 2000, the U.S. Department of Transportation created the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to head government regulation regarding trucking safety. As part of its goal “to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and buses,” the FMCSA develops and enforces motor-carrier regulations. In this second installment of a multi-part series on important updates to federal… Read More »

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Trucking Safety & Regulatory Updates: A Multi-Part Series

By Shiver Hamilton Campbell |

As a practical matter, commercial trucks present special hazards in the event of a collision because of the sheer size and weight of the vehicles. Additionally, many truck drivers have a financial incentive to drive as fast and as far as possible on a daily basis. Holding a trucking company liable for negligent driving can… Read More »

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