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(805) 338-6880California has strict laws in place to protect motorists from the dangers of fatigued or reckless truck drivers. These rules include:
Hours of Service (HOS) Laws: Federal and state laws limit truck drivers to 11 hours of driving after 10 consecutive hours off duty, with a 60/70-hour weekly limit depending on the company schedule.
Mandatory Rest Breaks: Drivers must take a 30-minute break after 8 hours of driving.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Requirements: All truck drivers must hold a valid CDL and comply with ongoing training and safety checks.
Drug and Alcohol Testing: Carriers must conduct pre-employment, random, and post-accident testing.
Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Logs: Trucking companies are required to document and maintain service records to ensure their fleet is road-safe.
Despite these regulations, many companies cut corners to maximize profits—putting everyone else on the road at risk.
Driver Fatigue: Long hours on the road with minimal rest can impair reaction time and judgment.
Distracted Driving: Cell phone use, navigation systems, and other distractions are frequent contributors to truck crashes.
Improper Maintenance: Failure to service brakes, tires, lights, or other parts can lead to mechanical failure.
Overloaded or Improperly Secured Cargo: Shifting or falling loads can cause rollovers or debris-related accidents.
Speeding and Reckless Driving: Pressure to meet delivery deadlines may cause unsafe driving behavior.
Inexperienced or Undertrained Drivers: Without proper training, a driver may not know how to respond in hazardous conditions.
We gather evidence such as black box data, dash cam footage, maintenance records, and police reports.
Trucking companies are backed by aggressive insurers. We know how to counter their tactics and negotiate a fair settlement.
While you focus on healing, we fight to recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering.
We handle commercial vehicle cases involving:Call 911, seek medical attention, take photos of the accident scene, get contact and insurance information from all parties involved, and avoid making statements to insurance adjusters before speaking to a lawyer.
The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in California is two years from the date of the accident. However, earlier legal action increases your chance of preserving evidence and witness testimony.
Yes. California follows comparative negligence laws, which means you can still recover damages even if you were partly to blame. Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
The value of your case depends on factors like injury severity, long-term impact, lost income, and insurance coverage. We work with experts to calculate the full extent of your damages and fight for every dollar you deserve.
California has strict laws in place to protect motorists from the dangers of fatigued or reckless truck drivers. These rules include:
Hours of Service (HOS) Laws: Federal and state laws limit truck drivers to 11 hours of driving after 10 consecutive hours off duty, with a 60/70-hour weekly limit depending on the company schedule.
Mandatory Rest Breaks: Drivers must take a 30-minute break after 8 hours of driving.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Requirements: All truck drivers must hold a valid CDL and comply with ongoing training and safety checks.
Drug and Alcohol Testing: Carriers must conduct pre-employment, random, and post-accident testing.
Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Logs: Trucking companies are required to document and maintain service records to ensure their fleet is road-safe.
Despite these regulations, many companies cut corners to maximize profits—putting everyone else on the road at risk.
Driver Fatigue: Long hours on the road with minimal rest can impair reaction time and judgment.
Distracted Driving: Cell phone use, navigation systems, and other distractions are frequent contributors to truck crashes.
Improper Maintenance: Failure to service brakes, tires, lights, or other parts can lead to mechanical failure.
Overloaded or Improperly Secured Cargo: Shifting or falling loads can cause rollovers or debris-related accidents.
Speeding and Reckless Driving: Pressure to meet delivery deadlines may cause unsafe driving behavior.
Inexperienced or Undertrained Drivers: Without proper training, a driver may not know how to respond in hazardous conditions.
We gather evidence such as black box data, dash cam footage, maintenance records, and police reports.
Trucking companies are backed by aggressive insurers. We know how to counter their tactics and negotiate a fair settlement.
While you focus on healing, we fight to recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering.
We handle commercial vehicle cases involving:Call 911, seek medical attention, take photos of the accident scene, get contact and insurance information from all parties involved, and avoid making statements to insurance adjusters before speaking to a lawyer.
The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in California is two years from the date of the accident. However, earlier legal action increases your chance of preserving evidence and witness testimony.
Yes. California follows comparative negligence laws, which means you can still recover damages even if you were partly to blame. Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
The value of your case depends on factors like injury severity, long-term impact, lost income, and insurance coverage. We work with experts to calculate the full extent of your damages and fight for every dollar you deserve.
Call (805) 338-6880 now and learn more about the legal strategies you have available.
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