Truck Accident Cases Are Different
Commercial trucking is a federally regulated industry with complex rules (governed by the FMCSA) that do not apply to passenger cars. A successful claim requires a deep understanding of these regulations and identifying all potentially liable parties.
Liable parties can include:
- The Truck Driver: For negligence like speeding, fatigue, or distraction.
- The Trucking Company: For negligent hiring, poor maintenance, or encouraging drivers to violate safety rules.
- The Cargo Loader: If improperly secured cargo shifted and caused the crash.
- The Truck Manufacturer: If a defective part (like brakes or tires) failed.
