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Category: Truck Driver Negligence
Trucker’s Actions Causes Two Crashes In Construction Zone on I-64 Near Mt. Vernon, Illinois
Truck Driver's Neglect Launches Concrete Barrier Into Innocent Driver's Lane of Travel Two crashes occur in close proximity on I-64 north of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, on February 24, 2025, after a semi-truck driver lost control, causing a dangerous chain reaction. According to the Illinois State Police, at around 9:18 p.m., a semi-truck with a trailer stru …
Category: Truck Accidents
Practical Tips for Staying Safe Around Large Trucks
Practical Tips for Staying Safe Around Large Trucks. Sharing the road with large trucks requires extra caution to ensure safety for all drivers. Trucks are significantly larger and less maneuverable than standard vehicles, making it essential to drive responsibly when near them. At Hassakis & Hassakis, we’re committed to promoting road safety acro …
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Truck Accident Caused by Driver Falling Asleep Behind the Wheel
Earlier this week, a truck accident resulting in serious damage to a building in Mascoutah occur. When the driver of the semi reportedly fell asleep behind the wheel. According to local law enforcement officials, who are still investigating the incident. The accident took place on Main Street just around 3 am on Tuesday November 12. The truck driver …
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Overloaded Trucks and Truck Accidents
Overloaded trucks can significantly increase the risk of truck accidents, as they can impair a truck drivers’ ability to steer and/or stop these heavy vehicles. Although trucks are designed and intended to haul heavy loads long distances, there is a maximum weight that they can carry, and many states have enacted laws to ensure that trucks do not carr …
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