Commercial Driving Regulations Kentucky Truck Accident Lawyers
Understanding Commercial Driving Regulations Kentucky Law Requires
Commercial trucks and big rigs must follow strict rules on Kentucky roads. These rules protect everyone who shares the highway. When truck drivers or companies break these rules, bad crashes often happen.
At Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers, our team knows these regulations inside and out. We use this knowledge to build strong cases for crash victims. If a truck hit you or someone you love, we can look at what rules the driver or company broke.
Federal and State Rules That Apply
Commercial trucks must follow both federal and state laws. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets many rules. Kentucky also has its own rules that truck drivers must follow.
Hours of Service Rules
Truck drivers can only drive for so many hours. They must take breaks and rest periods. The current rules include:
- Maximum 11 hours driving after 10 hours off duty
- Maximum 14 hours on duty before taking 10 hours off
- Maximum 60 hours on duty in 7 days (or 70 hours in 8 days)
- 30-minute break required after 8 hours of driving
These rules prevent tired driving. When drivers break these rules, they put everyone at risk on the road.