Hours of service violations can cause truck crashes with devastating and far-reaching consequences. When truck drivers exceed federal limits on how long they may operate a vehicle without rest, fatigue sets in quickly and reaction times slow to dangerous levels. Commercial trucks weighing up to 80,000 pounds become deadly weapons in the hands of an …
Overloading a truck is dangerous because it pushes a commercial vehicle far beyond the mechanical limits it was designed to handle. When trucks carry excessive cargo weight, drivers lose control more easily, stopping distances increase dramatically, and the risk of a catastrophic crash rises sharply. Every year, overloaded commercial trucks contribute to thousands of serious …
Handling a vehicle collision in a leased car involves a distinct set of steps, obligations, and legal considerations that differ significantly from accidents involving owned vehicles. Because the leasing company holds legal title to the vehicle, lessees must manage their own insurance as well as the requirements and expectations of the lessor. Failing to follow …