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DOT Fines for Hours of Service Violations
Learn the Consequences | Trucking Companies Covering Up Evidence of Fatigue The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has established hours of service regulations to limit the number of hours truck drivers can operate a commercial vehicle in a day. These federal motor carrier safety regulations are crucial for the safety of both drivers…
Winter Driving Safety
A Kentucky Trucking Lawyer’s Guide to Avoiding Accidents Imagine a family driving home after Thanksgiving. Suddenly, a jackknifed semi-truck blocks the road. Winter driving can turn joyful trips into nightmares. The risks increase in winter. More traffic and bad weather combine to create danger. Trial attorney Jon Hollan from Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers offers…
Delivery Vehicle Network Driving Accidents
Understanding the Safety Risks We love the convenience of online shopping, with packages appearing at our doorsteps with incredible speed. But behind this seamless delivery experience lies a vast and complex network of trucks, vans, and drivers, all working at a breakneck pace. In a recent episode of “Truck Talk” by Sam Aguiar Injury…
The Alarming Truck Driver Shortage
Are Kentucky Roads at Risk? The trucking industry is the backbone of our economy, responsible for delivering goods across Kentucky and the nation. But a growing crisis is casting a shadow over this essential sector: a severe truck driver shortage. In a recent video, “Truck Driver Shortage” by Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers, attorney Jon…
Truck Talk | Driver Hours of Service Regulations
Staying Safe on Kentucky Roads Driving an 80,000-pound truck is no easy task, and ensuring the safety of Kentucky roads means holding drivers and trucking companies to high standards. One critical aspect of truck safety is Hours of Service (HOS) regulations, designed to prevent driver fatigue and reduce accidents. In a recent episode of…
Navigating the FMCSR’s
Understanding Truck Drivers’ Hours of Service As the backbone of our nation’s transportation infrastructure, truck drivers play a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods and materials across the country. However, the job’s demands can be grueling, with long hours on the road and tight deadlines to meet. To protect the safety…