Commercial Truck Accident — $960,000 Result

Since December 2023, Louisiana Revised Statute 32:237 has banned 18-wheelers from the I-20 construction zone through Shreveport and Bossier, where narrow lanes raise the risk of scrapes and multi-car crashes. Despite digital signage, many truckers ignore the detour; police issued more than 300 tickets in early 2024. This page explains the ban and why violations endanger nearby drivers.

Driving a fully loaded moving truck is challenging for people unaccustomed to large, heavy vehicles. This guide walks through practical safety steps to take before, during, and after a move, beginning with how to load a truck properly: place heavy items along the bottom, back, and sides with weight evenly distributed, and keep lighter, fragile objects on top to maintain the vehicle's balance and control.