The FMCSA website and database provide essential tools for truck accident lawyers, offering access to federal regulations, safety data, and enforcement records crucial for case preparation.
Lawmakers continue to explore new legislation addressing safety, technology, and accountability in the trucking industry. These reforms could significantly reshape liability and regulation in truck accident cases.
Insurance is central to truck accident litigation, and recent trends show rising costs, expanded coverage requirements, and evolving policies that affect both plaintiffs and defendants.
Trucking laws in the U.S. are shaped by both federal and state governments. As technology advances and safety concerns grow, regulations are evolving to address new challenges in the industry.
The trucking industry is adopting advanced technologies designed to reduce accidents. These innovations aim to improve safety, assist drivers, and prevent collisions before they happen.
As autonomous trucks move closer to widespread use, they raise complex legal questions about who is liable when accidents occur—drivers, trucking companies, manufacturers, or technology providers.