When brakes malfunction and a serious accident occurs, a variety of parties may be liable for the ensuing damage. The federal government has set very strict standards and regulations on the braking systems of 18-wheelers and other commercial vehicles. For instance, semi-trucks must meet specific requirements such as creating a certain braking force based on… Read More
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by Amber Cortez | August 31st, 2016 | 18 Wheelers, Blog
Causes of 18-Wheeler Crashes: Brake Maintenance Safety
by Amber Cortez | August 30th, 2016 | 18 Wheelers, Blog
18-Wheeler Driver Sentenced to 20 Years for Bus Crash
In September 2014, Shannon Ford, now 37, slammed into the back of a school bus in Florida, injuring multiple students. Now, two years later, Ford has plead no contest to four counts of reckless driving with bodily injury. The judge gave Ford 20 years in prison as a result of the seven school students who… Read More
by Amber Cortez | August 25th, 2016 | 18 Wheelers, Blog
Driver and Company Records as Evidence in a 18-Wheeler Lawsuit
We all feel a little nervous when that behemoth of an 18-wheeler comes barreling down the expressway. We’ve all seen these juggernauts in the news for causing some sort of major, and tragic, accident. Because commercial trucks consistently weigh up to 80,000 pounds, their involvement in any sort of accident often tend to be serious,… Read More
by Amber Cortez | August 9th, 2016 | Blog
Back-to-School Safety
In a couple of weeks, the streets will once again be flooded with students, cars, pedestrians, bike riders, and first time drivers. Getting everybody safely to school (and work) and home again is the responsibility of every driver on the road. But with a large population of teens and college-aged students having access to a… Read More
by Amber Cortez | July 25th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Learn to Stop When Playing ‘Pokémon Go’
Texting and driving is already a serious issue, but with the recent ‘Pokémon Go’ craze, drivers have to be even more vigilant. The smartphone game – which has been downloaded an estimated 75 million times – is based off the 90’s card game and hand-held Nintendo games. The augmented reality game encourages people to find… Read More
by Amber Cortez | July 13th, 2016 | 18 Wheelers, Blog
Be Aware: The Dangers of 18 Wheelers
“In 2014, 3,660 people died in crashes involving commercial trucks. 16% of those deaths were truck occupants, 68% were passenger vehicle occupants, and 15% were pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists.” Every day thousands of commercial trucks drive along highways and rural roads all across the United States, transporting an enormous amount of goods and materials for… Read More
by Amber Cortez | June 1st, 2016 | Blog, Personal Injury
Filing Taxes After a Personal Injury Settlement: What You Should Know
There’s a certain time of year that seems to get under people’s skin. In addition to the hectic holiday season and the sweltering summer, there’s a particular period of time that has the potential to make you more stressed and anxious than ever—yes, we’re talking about tax season. At the J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys, we… Read More
by Amber Cortez | May 26th, 2016 | Blog, Wrongful Death
Initiating a Wrongful Death Suit: The Basics
While some of us are lucky enough to say that we have yet to lose someone we truly love, the truth is that countless individuals deal with such losses every second of the every day. When someone who played a major role in your life is gone, picking up the pieces can drain take all… Read More
by Amber Cortez | May 24th, 2016 | Blog, Lawsuit, Personal Injury
Personal Injury Claims: On the Rise
With our fast-paced lifestyles and full schedules, a personal injury case is probably the last thing on your mind. This is because situations like car accidents or work-related injuries are two scenarios we almost never expect to encounter. As crazy and unpredictable as life can be, it’s important to focus on the things that matter… Read More
by Amber Cortez | May 22nd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, Lawsuit
When and Where to File a Lawsuit
Figuring out whether or not a certain situation is worthy of filing a lawsuit is a task on its own. While it’s easy to assume that initiating a case is as simple as calling your lawyer and expressing your dissatisfaction with a particular experience, there’s so much more to this process than meets the eye.… Read More