Can I Sue A Trucking Company For Letting A Driver Operate While Fatigued?
Yes, trucking companies can be held liable for accidents if they encourage drivers to exceed hours-of-service limits, fail to monitor logbooks, neglect to enforce rest breaks, or use compensation models that reward speed over safety. Under California law, employers may be vicariously liable for the negligent acts of their employees while on duty. The Trucking […]
Truck Driver Fatigue Laws (California and Federal)
Truck driving is considered one of the most dangerous jobs in America due to the long time drivers must spend driving. Fatigued driving can cause severe accidents where victims may be able to sue a trucking company for letting a driver operate while fatigued. That is why how many hours a driver can drive is […]