Truck Driver failure to secure or routinely check load can contribute to flatbed accidents.

There are numerous flatbed semi tractors out on our highways. Flatbed trucks are entirely flat with no sides or roof, so securing the load properly is imperative. The reason flatbeds are used is for the quick and easy loading of non-perishable goods that the weather cannot damage. Flatbed accidents can occur thru strict negligence or when the load is improperly secured on top of the truck bed. If  improperly loaded materials breaks free and can create havoc to unsuspecting  motorist following behind the flatbed truck.
The law requires professional truck drivers to check their load frequently and at specified intervals. Federal Motor Carrier Administration. Improperly trained drivers, either by training or company policy may simply neglect to inspect their loads. The log books must reflect that the driver has checked  his load at the required intervals. If you have been injured in a flatbed truck accident or any other trucking accident, contact Gerald R Stahl. Michigan Truck Accident Attorney. Gerald R Stahl is experienced truck accident accident and auto accident attorney that that has been helping families  in Western Michigan and Grand Rapids for 30 years.

Michigan's Super Drunk Driving Law means stiff penalties for high blood alcohol {BAC} content drivers.

Beginning in October, 31, 2010 Michigan created a new law for people charged with Operating while Intoxicated or OWI. The new law is commonly referred to as "Super Drunk Driving or Operating with a High BAC. A driver can be charged with this enhanced form of drunk driving if their breathalyzer result is .17 or higher. Aggressive Grand Rapids Drunk Driving Lawyer The offense is still a misdemeanor but it carries substantially higher penalties if convicted. For Instance, a regular OWI is up to 93 days in jail but a High BAC offense is up to 180 days in jail. The fines and court costs are also higher. License sanctions are much srticter for a High BAC offense. Instead of a 6 month suspension for OWI, the Super Drunk Driver receives a 1 year suspension. And, no restricted license will be issued without proof of installation of a ignition interlock device. Additionally, there are other sanctions for the High BAC driver. If a driver is charged with a High BAC offense in Michigan it is important to seek counsel immediately to avoid these devastating sanctions. At the Law Offices of Gerald R Stahl, we routinely help drivers charged with Super Drunk Driving throughout all Western Michigan Courts. Our goal is get these charges dropped or reduced. Grand Rapid's Best Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer Gerald R Stahl is conveniently located near Knapp's Corner and the 63rd District Court in Grand Rapids. Serving Kent, Allegan and Ottawa Counties for your criminal defense needs.