A trucking company in Nevada was found liable by a jury for an amount exceeding $4.5 million when one of its drivers crashed into an Amtrak train that resulted in the death of six people and injuries to many others at the scene of a rural crossing 70 miles east of Reno. A judge…
Many of us take the dangers of using cell phones while driving for granted. The good news is that public service campaigns and tragic news related to these accidents are being aired enough that it’s beginning to sink in how serious the issue is. Sometimes simple visuals can be a very effective way to…
Social media is one of the most popular tools people use to express emotions and communicate with friends. It’s a technology that has changed the world, allowing us to stay connected with people we wouldn’t normally stay connected with. Sadly, when you aren’t careful with this tool, it can be a threat to your…
Kids have been back to school for a weeks now, which means more kids are using crosswalks, particularly in school zones. For the new school year, school zone cameras were installed near five Seattle schools. Roxhill, Dearborn Park, Holy Family School, Bailey-Gatzert and Eckstein Middle School. Speeding drivers will be issued $189 tickets. According…
Modern society depends on the transportation industry. They haul the goods we need across the country each and every day. Most trucking companies play by the rules and provide us this crucial service. Unfortunately, a small but significant minority of trucking companies game the system. They’ve been dubbed “chameleon trucking companies,” “chameleon carriers” or…