Posted on July 25, 2023 in Delivery Driver Accidents

Every industry has rules it must carefully follow. Many industries also have certain rules that are not necessarily followed or enforced. In trucking, there are federal Hours of Service laws set out by the Department of Transportation. The Hours of Service laws govern how often truck drivers must take a break from driving, and how long each break must be. These laws are in place for safety purposes. They are meant to protect the public from the dangers of driver fatigue among CDL drivers, including those who drive trucks for shipping companies like FedEx. They are also meant to protect the truck drivers from being forced into driving long hours without being able to get adequate rest. Unfortunately, not all trucking employers respect these rules. There is a problem among the trucking community with employers encouraging their drivers to continue driving rather than stopping to rest. Fatigued truck drivers are more prone to causing accidents. If you were injured in a truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Talking to an attorney should be your next step.

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 Posted on June 21, 2023 in Delivery Driver Accidents

One of the most important duties of a trucking agency is to ensure that each commercial truck in the fleet is kept in a safe and roadworthy condition. This is not just a matter of convenience or logistics. When an important component on a semi-truck fails, the danger is not limited to having a truck driver left stranded with their cargo. Serious accidents can result from a lack of proper maintenance. A truck that is poorly maintained can pose a major risk to everyone on or near the road. When a commercial truck is involved in a collision with other vehicles, there is a very high likelihood that people riding in personal vehicles will suffer grave or catastrophic injuries. A personal vehicle is not equipped to withstand the force of an impact with such a large and heavy vehicle.

Delivery Driver Accident Attorney, Operated by the Law Office of Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. is experienced in helping people who have been injured in truck accidents recover the compensation they need. You may be entitled to recover medical costs, pain and suffering, lost wages, and more. It is best to work with an attorney while pursuing this type of claim.

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