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In the trucking industry, PSP stands for pre-employment screening. This is a service offered by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Not every trucking company takes advantage of PSP, but there are many benefits to doing so. Information Gathered by PSP The Pre-Employment Screening Program strives to gather as much information about commercial drivers …

You would expect a police officer to do many things when they arrive at a truck accident scene, primarily serving the public. Appropriate police action can help maintain a safe environment, expedite care for anyone injured, and make all parties’ legal and insurance issues following an accident more manageable.  While police officers are responsible for …

The most common type of forklift accident is a forklift overturn, also called a “rollover”. Forty-two percent of forklift accidents involve the victim being crushed or pinned by a forklift that tipped over, according to a report by OEA Safeguard, an industrial safety and equipment solutions company. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health …

You should definitely call the police to report a truck accident or any other type of motor vehicle accident. Reporting a truck accident is not only beneficial, it may even be required in your state. Truck Accidents Can Do Catastrophic Damage Most states require you to call the police if you are involved in an …

There are things you should know before hiring a truck accident lawyer, particularly when it comes to experience and they’re handling of your case. Jumping into a relationship with an attorney is a bad idea if you haven’t properly vetted them for your legal needs. Below are some questions you should ask that will help …

A truck driver can be fired for causing an accident. This depends on the company the driver works for and the severity of the accident. Driving a commercial truck requires a certain level of training and experience to operate safely on the road. Commercial trucks can weigh up to 30 times more than passenger cars, …

If another party’s negligence led to your Indiana truck accident, selecting a lawyer to represent you is one of the most important choices you will make in your case. You will want to ensure the attorney you hire knows the state laws and statutes, has experience handling these types of cases, and always looks out …

Ohio truck accident cases are no harder to win than other types of auto accidents. In fact, certain aspects of truck accidents make them more desirable to personal injury lawyers and easier to settle or win in court. Why Attorneys Like Truck Accident Cases Attorneys like truck accident cases because of their scope. Everything is …

Truck accidents often cause severe injuries and damages. As a victim, you have a right to file a claim or sue the liable party for compensation. You could recover the economic and non-economic damages that result from the collision, such as medical bills and lost wages. Claiming compensation requires using evidence such as the accident …

After your or your loved one’s motorcycle accident, you may want the accident report as evidence for a legal case. You can get your accident report from the Kentucky State Police, or you can let a lawyer obtain it for you. The lawyer may be able to get the report more quickly, so you can …