Author Archives: Stephen M. Garcia

Who – Besides the Truck Driver – Can Be Responsible for Your Truck Accident?

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Stephen M. Garcia

Immediately after a truck accident most people aren’t wondering where to place the blame, how they’ll pay for their medical bills, how they’ll repair or replace their car, or who is to blame for the truck accident. Once they do … Continue Reading →

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Trucking Industry Lobbies Harder for Dangerous Trucking Legislation

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Stephen M. Garcia

The American Trucking Associations spent nearly $400,000 lobbying the United States federal government from April 2011 to June 2011. Increasing its three-month lobbying budget by nearly $100,000, the ATA used its considerable bulk to pressure the federal government to support … Continue Reading →

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Truck Accidents Most Common and Dangerous in Rural Areas

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Stephen M. Garcia

America’s rural heartland has long been the backbone for cultural and social legends. Producing Daniel Boone, the American flag, and patriotic spirit by the truckload. Rural areas are also home to the majority of big rig crashes and truck accidents. … Continue Reading →

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