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LTL freight concept. Learn what a less-than-truckload (LTL) shipment is.

What Is a Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Shipment?

Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping refers to a mode of freight transportation where multiple smaller shipments from various shippers are consolidated onto a single truck for transportation.  Unlike full truckload (FTL) shipping,...

Trucks at a rest stop. Learn what a trucking layover is.

What Is a Trucking Layover?

In the fast-paced world of commercial trucking, where time and efficiency are of the utmost importance, layovers play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods across the...

Broken glass in a truck windshield, representing what happened in the Tracy Morgan truck accident.

What Happened in the Tracy Morgan Truck Accident?

On June 7, 2014, comedian Tracy Morgan was critically injured when a Walmart tractor-trailer struck his limousine van on the New Jersey Turnpike, killing his friend James McNair and severely...

A law book and a gavel on a table. Concept image regarding the trucking laws in Indiana.

What are the Trucking Laws in Indiana?

The trucking laws in Indiana cover the rules that truckers and their employers must follow to operate. They are extensive, covering diverse topics like size and weight limits, hours of...

Overdrive gear off indicator. Learn what a semi-truck overdrive is.

What Is a Semi-Truck Overdrive?

A semi-truck overdrive is a gear ratio in the transmission that allows the engine to operate at a lower RPM (revolutions per minute) while maintaining the same vehicle speed. n...

Lowboy trailer. Learn what a lowboy trailer is and what it can haul.

What Is a Lowboy Trailer?

A lowboy trailer, also known as a low-bed or low-loader trailer, is a specialized type of semi-trailer designed for transporting oversized or heavy machinery, equipment, and industrial loads.  These trailers...

A line of semi trucks approaching a weight station to determine how much they weigh. If they are over, they could be fined.

How Much Does a Semi Truck Weigh?

A fully loaded semi-truck can legally weigh up to 80,000 pounds on interstate highways, but the exact weight varies depending on the type of truck and cargo. Truck weight is...

Concept image of a gavel and the words “truck accident.” Represents damages you can recover after an accident with a big truck.

What Damages Can I Recover After an Accident with a Big Truck?

After a collision with a big commercial truck, you may be eligible to recover both economic and non-economic damages to address your immediate losses and long-term needs. These damages restore...

A man trying to understand who is at fault after his accident with a semi-truck.

How Can I Understand Fault in a Semi-Truck Accident?

In accident cases, fault is the legal responsibility for causing harm or damage through negligent actions or failure to exercise reasonable care. Semi-truck accidents often involve multiple parties who may...

A man replaces a truck brake before a brake failure happens and causes a truck accident.

Are Brake Failures the Most Common Cause of Truck Accidents?

No, brake failures are not the most common cause of truck accidents. Driver-related factors like speeding and fatigue are far more common. It would be easy to blame mechanical failures...