A collision with a commercial truck on the Capital Beltway or the Baltimore-Washington Parkway can cause catastrophic injuries that a typical car accident never would. The size and weight difference between an 80,000-pound tractor-trailer and a passenger vehicle means truck accident victims in Prince George’s County frequently suffer traumatic brain…
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School Bus Crash Sends Bus Into A Creek
A school bus crash can scare a whole community, even when the students are physically okay. On February 2, 2026, a school bus with students inside went off Raley Boulevard in Sacramento and ended up in a creek, according to reports. The update said the students were accounted for and…
When A Truck Hits A Disabled Vehicle What Liability Can Look Like In Maryland And D.C.
A recent interstate crash involving a tractor-trailer and a disabled vehicle shows how quickly a routine breakdown can turn into a life-changing event. When a commercial truck strikes a stopped or disabled car, families usually want the same answers right away: who may be responsible, how insurance works, and what…
Maryland Truck Accidents After Recent Box Truck Fatalities On Route 13
Recent Maryland news reports describe a fatal box truck crash in Somerset County, where a southbound Freightliner on Route 13 left the roadway and struck a tree near Peggy Neck Road. The driver did not survive. Incidents like this highlight how quickly a truck trip can turn deadly, even without…
Maryland Truck Accidents Involving Emergency Vehicles and the Legal Challenges Victims Face
Collisions involving tractor-trailers are inherently dangerous, but the risks escalate when the crash involves an ambulance or fire truck responding to an emergency call. A recent accident on Interstate 795 in Baltimore County highlighted these dangers when a fuel truck struck a Carroll County ambulance, leaving paramedics seriously injured and…
Maryland Truck Accidents and Toxic Spills Put Nearby Residents at Risk
Truck accidents involving hazardous materials do more than block highways. When a crash spills fuel or other chemicals onto a busy roadway, the risk extends beyond the immediate collision. Nearby residents, commuters, and workers may face exposure to fumes or contaminated water and soil. If you live near the Beltway…
Pursuing a Wrongful Death Claim After a Rear-End Truck Crash in Charles County
A fatal crash occurred on July 15, 2025, along US-301 in Charles County when a vehicle rear-ended a stopped tractor-trailer. The driver of the smaller car died after becoming trapped beneath the freight truck. If your family is facing the sudden loss of a loved one after a similar collision,…
Oversized Load Leads to Maryland Truck Crash and Raises Questions About Road Safety
A recent truck crash in Maryland, involving a massive wind turbine blade, left a trail of destruction and raised serious concerns about oversized loads on state roads. The accident occurred on a weekday morning when the transport vehicle carrying the oversized cargo struck a passenger car, resulting in serious injuries.…
Tractor-Trailer Suspected in Serious Hit-and-Run Crash Near Bay Bridge
A serious crash on westbound Route 50 just before the Bay Bridge has left one driver hospitalized and authorities searching for a tractor-trailer that may have triggered the collision. Maryland Transportation Authority Police responded to the scene around 6:40 p.m. and found three vehicles involved. The driver of a black…
Maryland Truck Accident Involving Three Tractor-Trailers Raises Legal Questions for Out-of-State Drivers and Freight Carriers
Commercial truck crashes on Maryland highways often have devastating consequences, especially when multiple tractor-trailers are involved. Those collisions involving out-of-state drivers or interstate cargo often raise additional legal challenges that require careful analysis and coordination across jurisdictions. A recent fatal crash on Interstate 70 in Howard County highlights the danger…