SemiTruck

Clarke County Jury Delivers Significant Compensation to Man Injured in Semi-Truck Collision

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Athens, GA – In a significant legal victory, a Clarke County jury has awarded a substantial judgment to a man severely injured in a collision involving a semi-truck. The case, which concluded after several days of testimony, highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and the responsibilities of commercial drivers. The plaintiff, a 45-year-old local resident whose name has been withheld for privacy, sustained serious injuries two years ago when a semi-truck collided with his vehicle on a busy highway near Athens. The accident, which caused extensive physical and emotional trauma, was reportedly due to the … Read more

Eau Claire Businessman Convicted in Federal Court for Semi-Truck Fraud Scheme

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EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — A local businessman was found guilty in federal court Wednesday of fraudulently obtaining semi-trucks by submitting misleading information to lenders, an activity aimed at supporting his commercial enterprises. Robert Carter, 45, from Eau Claire, faced charges of wire fraud and attempted wire fraud as part of a detailed U.S. Justice Department investigation. The trial, which drew to a close after two days of proceedings in Madison, Wisconsin, saw jurors deliberate for only an hour before returning with a conviction. During the trial, prosecutors demonstrated how Carter, between April 2020 and January … Read more

Jury Trial Begins for Semi-Truck Driver in Fatal Colorado Crash that Claimed Wyoming Family of Five Lives

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Weld County, Colorado – A semi-truck driver accused of causing a fatal crash on Interstate 25 in Weld County that took the lives of a Wyoming family of five is set to face a jury trial beginning today. The tragic incident occurred nearly two years ago on June 13, 2022. Jesus Puebla is facing five counts of vehicular homicide, one for each person who tragically perished in the crash. The great-uncle of the victims, Thomas Bueno, expressed his frustration at the lengthy process. However, Bueno and his family are hopeful that progress is finally being … Read more

Car Collides with Jackknifed Semi-Truck on 80 Freeway, Leaving One Injured

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Vallejo, CA – One person sustained injuries in a collision between a vehicle and a jackknifed semi-truck on the 80 Freeway near the 780 Freeway. The incident occurred around 8:08 p.m. on Sunday, according to the California Highway Patrol. The crash resulted in significant damage to both the car and the semi-truck. Details about the cause of the accident remain unclear at this time. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. Emergency responders swiftly arrived at the scene to provide medical assistance to the injured individual. Their condition is currently unknown and it … Read more