In 2018, Stevens Transport, Inc. generated an annual gross revenue of $607 million.

Stevens Transport is primarily an LTL (less than truckload) carrier, meaning the company delivers mixed freight. This type of trucking is opposite a Truckload (LT) carrier that delivers truckloads containing similar products, goods, and materials to multiple locations.

Common Causes of Semi-truck Accidents

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics reveal that accidents involving large commercial and vehicles in America involve:

• Aggressive Behavior – Any driver operating their vehicle aggressively could cause severe injury or wrongful death of an innocent passenger or other motorists.
• Distracted Driving – Any distraction like speaking on a smartphone or sending text messages is prohibited by law and creates a dangerous scenario for everyone sharing the roadway.
• Driver Inexperience – Semi-tractor trailers can weigh 80,000 pounds or more moving at high speeds down the interstate. A lack of skill behind the wheel driving in adverse weather conditions can cause catastrophic accidents with injuries and death.
• Drowsy Driving – The demands of truck driving often requires the truck or to operate their vehicle for many hours without taking a break, which can lead to drowsy driving.
• Driving under the Influence – Operating a motor vehicle after consuming too much alcohol or taking illegal drugs can create a dangerous situation for everyone sharing the roadway.
• Mechanical Failure – Improper maintenance or faulty equipment can cause a catastrophic accident, as can incorrectly secure cargo when truckers are merging or changing lanes.

Many times, the semi-truck driver has the accident due to erratic movements or because they were driving distracted or while fatigued. In these cases, attorneys working on behalf of their clients can obtain monetary recovery because they were able to prove to the claim’s adjuster or jury that the trucker and trucking company failed to maintain a safe environment for everyone on the road.

Stevens Transport, Inc. Accidents Involving Injuries and Fatalities

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) mandates rules and regulations that all commercial vehicles must follow to prevent accidents and provide a safe environment on the roadway. Unfortunately, insurance carriers pay out more than $20 billion every year to settle accidents involving semi-tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, and other commercial trucks. Each truck hauling freight must carry up to $5 million with them insurance coverage to settle large claims involving personal injury and wrongful death.