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Regulations Of Truck Accidents In Pittsburgh

Truck accidents involving drowsy drivers are especially dangerous due to the sheer weight of commercial trucks. Anyone who is going through such a situation may have various questions about the trucking industry, at that time consulting with the Pittsburgh truck accident lawyers from SMA Law Group is a great course of action to take. Their attorneys are experienced in representing individuals involved in truck accidents, bus accidents and commercial vehicle accidents.

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Regulations Of Truck Accidents In Pittsburgh

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  1. REGULATIONS OF TRUCK ACCIDENTS IN PITTSBURGH

  2. Drowsy driving is a dangerous issue, particularly when truck drivers are involved. When truck drivers drive while fatigued, there can be devastating and deadly consequences. Truck accidents involving drowsy drivers are especially dangerous due to the sheer weight of commercial trucks. Fatigued truck drivers are not able to make quick life-saving maneuvers.

  3. REST REGULATIONS Due to the dangers of drowsy driving, truck drivers are required to rest. The regulations include: 1. Truck drivers are given a maximum driving time of 11 consecutive hours after they take a break of 10 consecutive hours. 2. After driving on duty, they are not allowed to drive over 14 hours. 3. They cannot drive for over 60 hours per week or over 70 hours within eight days.

  4. TRUCKING COMPANY RESPONSIBILITY The ability for trucking accident victims to sue trucking companies for personal injury or wrongful death has gotten easier with new federal laws and regulations. Trucking companies used to avoid liability by hiring drivers as independent contractors and leasing the trucking equipment.

  5. When bringing a personal injury lawsuit or wrongful death lawsuit from a trucking accident caused by driver error, gathering the evidence is key. Some trucks are equipped with event data recorders, global positioning systems, onboard computers and inclinometers. It is crucial that this data is preserved and not erased during regular company routine. Anyone who is going through such a situation may have various questions about the trucking industry or how to properly gather evidence from the correct sources.

  6. For guidance on questions and insight into potential compensation, consulting with the Pittsburgh truck accident attorneys from SMA Law Group is a great course of action to take.

  7. CONTACT SMA LAW GROUP Address : 114 Smithfield Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Phone:412-744-8341 Website : https://www.smalawgroup.com/contact/

  8. THANK YOU

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