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The Data Reveals Why Bad Weather Is Bad News for Truckers & Anyone Sharing the Roads with Them
It’s no surprise that poor weather conditions make it riskier to drive. Anyone who’s navigated the roads in adverse weather knows that all...
New Hours-of-Service Rules Will Exacerbate Trucker Fatigue, Advocates Say
On Sept. 16, 2020, four organizations filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) over the new hours-of-service (HOS) rules. Alleging that the new HOS rules are dangerous, the organizations...
It Depends on the Wreck & the Driver, Says a Truck Accident Lawyer
Yes, truckers can be fired for being in just one crash. That does not mean, however, that truck drivers are always or necessarily fired when they’re involved in...
Be Prepared to Stay Safe on the Roads Throughout Hurricane Season
The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season, spanning June 1st to Nov. 30th, has a 60% chance of bringing “above-normal activity,” experts say. In fact, they’ve predicted up to 10 hurricanes, with...
Modernizing the Rules Offers More Flexibility, Nearly $274M in Savings Over 10 Years
On Sept. 29, 2020, revised hours of service (HOS) regulations will go into effect, changing a handful of requirements for truckers and other commercial drivers. The updated HOS rules,...
If You Know What to Do After a Wreck, You Can Protect Yourself & Your Recovery
When a truck accident happens, protect yourself and a potential claim for recovery by taking these key steps:
Get to safety & call the police.
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