When it comes to transporting goods over long distances, we rely on truck drivers to make safe and timely deliveries. However, driving for extended periods on the open road can be challenging, and drivers need to keep distractions to a minimum. Otherwise, there could be an accident on the road. At Trucking Injury Law Group, we know distracted driving is dangerous, leading to catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Let's look at the most common distractions for truck drivers and the risk of those behaviors on the road. What Is [...]
Over 3 million trucks are on the road 24/7, making pick-ups and deliveries. Those trucks are operated by the 3.5 million drivers who carry a commercial driver's license (CDL), according to information from the Federal Mother Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the U.S. Census Bureau, respectively. However, there are different types of trucks. Your Amazon delivery person drives a different type of truck than the long-haul trucker who brought those goods to the Amazon warehouse. Do delivery drivers need a CDL? It depends on how big their delivery [...]
The trucking industry is a 24-hour operation. At any given time of the day or night, trucks are being loaded, unloaded, and crisscrossing the country. It is how we get everything we buy in a store or order online. All of that trucking traffic requires regulation to ensure that commercial vehicles follow the correct driving practices to keep everyone on the road safe. One way to maintain trucking traffic is with truck weigh stations. According to the Department of Transportation (DOT), 608 weight stations are in operation across [...]
Trucking keeps the economy running by transporting goods across long distances. However, many truckers choose to drive their vehicles during certain times to avoid traffic and other issues. So, what is the peak time of day for truckers to be on the road? Traffic patterns, delivery schedules, rest breaks, and legal driving limits all influence when truckers are most active. At the Trucking Injury Law Group, we always make sure everyone stays safe on the road. We will explore the peak times for truckers, the factors that contribute [...]
If you’ve ever been in traffic near a tractor-trailer, as most of us have, you’ve probably seen trucks bearing sharp, pointed spikes sticking out of the truck’s wheel hubs. These may be made of metal or sometimes plastic attachments, and can often seem intimidating. They’ve also stirred up quite a lot of curiosity and concern among other drivers. But appearances can be deceiving which leaves many to wonder: Are truck spikes actually dangerous, or are they simply a flashy accessory? To answer that question, let’s dive into the [...]
There are 62 million households that share their space with a dog. That number comes from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), and they should know! Given how many truck drivers there are working in the country, it is a safe bet that many of those drivers would like to take their pups on the road. Can truck drivers have dogs in the cab? That depends a lot on what company they are driving for. Pet Travel Permissions and Restrictions If a truck driver opts to bring their [...]
