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When most people picture a truck crash, they imagine a massive semi barreling down I-35 or I-80. While smaller box trucks are just as capable of causing serious accidents in busy city centers like Des Moines, the legal consequences can be very different. Iowa State University (ISU) reports that from 2016 to 2025, there were 39,309 heavy truck crashes across…

Truck crashes often leave a scene of confusion, serious injury, and unanswered questions. What exactly happened? Was the truck driver speeding? Did they hit the brakes in time? One of the most valuable tools for answering those questions is inside the truck: the Event Data Recorder, or EDR. Often referred to as a “black box,” the EDR captures important driving…

Semi-truck accidents are often more legally complex than passenger vehicle accidents. That’s because more parties may be liable, damages may be greater, and there are more laws and regulations governing semi-trucks than other vehicles. Another layer of complexity is when the truck involved in the crash is from another state. Many semi-trucks make regional or even national deliveries, and that…

Semi-trucks present specific safety concerns due to their large size and operational demands. Furthermore, large truck drivers typically face long hours behind the wheel. This can lead to fatigue and decreased reaction times, increasing the risk of accidents. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates the industry in order to reduce these potentially devastating accidents. These aspects alone make…

Truck accidents devastate lives in an instant. The massive size and weight of semi-trucks and tractor-trailers mean collisions often result in catastrophic injuries or fatalities. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) shared that in 2021, 5,904 large trucks and buses were involved in fatal crashes. In the chaotic aftermath, you may feel disoriented, in shock, and unsure of what…