When Truckers Break the Law, Serious Accidents Can Happen
The trucking industry is highly regulated by the federal government. When the laws are broken and truck accidents occur, it is typically the occupants of a smaller vehicle who are the most seriously injured. In order to successfully represent a victim of a truck accident, an attorney must have a thorough understanding of federal truck driver safety laws. At Grandy & Martin, P.A., we offer more than 25 years of experience representing people injured or killed due to truck driver negligence.
A truck accident injury can affect every aspect of your life. Let our attorneys pursue compensation for your injury while you heal and attempt to recover. Contact us at (704) 837-8019 or (877) 818-7997.
Federal and North Carolina Trucking Laws
Truck drivers work long hours. While this is the nature of the job, they are required to follow many strict guidelines in order to keep themselves and the other drivers on the road safe. The laws regulate many areas, including:
- How many consecutive hours a truck driver can be on the road
- How many hours a trucker can drive per day
- Sleep and rest time
- Pre-trip inspections
- Periodic brake inspections
- Loading and unloading procedures
These regulations pertain to all kinds of trucks such as 18-wheelers, semi trucks, tractor-trailers, delivery trucks, slow moving trucks and any other large commercial vehicles.
To take the first step in holding the negligent truck driver or company responsible for your injury, contact our lawyers in Charlotte to schedule a free consultation. You will not pay any legal fees unless we secure a settlement or verdict on your behalf.
