Federal Trucking Regulations
Federal trucking regulations protect the safety of motorists. If a truck is not properly maintained, it does not matter how safely the truck driver operates the vehicle. If a truck breaks down or creates a hazard, the result can be catastrophic.
If you have been injured by a defective truck, you might be able to recover for your injuries from the truck’s manufacturer, the installer or mechanic who made repairs, or the seller.
Violations of Federal Trucking Regulations and Truck Drivers’ Errors
Most truck drivers drive safely and understand the risks they face on the highway. However, some drivers do not drive safely. Truck collisions can be caused by overloading, failing to follow safety guidelines, failing to secure cargo or to properly load the truck, experiencing driver fatigue or using alcohol or drugs.
Some drivers are improperly trained. Others believe that to make a living driving a truck, they must drive too many hours without resting or break safety rules and regulations. This behavior is dangerous to everyone on the road.
Truck Accident Factors
Many factors cause truck accidents: slippery road conditions, driver fatigue, equipment failure, etc. We will begin investigating the cause of the accident as soon as possible so that evidence can be preserved. We can bring in experts to help build your case. If you have been injured in a truck accident, the Carey Law Offices, LLC will gather evidence and investigate the accident to determine its cause.
How Do Federal Trucking Regulations Impact Interstate Truck Drivers & Owners
Truck drivers and owners are governed by federal trucking regulations found in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (49 C.F.R. sec. 350–399). All vehicles involved in interstate traffic are governed by these regulations. Our lawyers can explain how these regulations have an impact on your case. The statutes govern:
- Controlled Substances and Alcohol Use
- Commercial Driver’s License Standards
- Driver Qualifications
- Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles
- Parts Necessary for Safe Operations
- Drivers’ Hours of Service
- Inspection, Repair and Maintenance
- Hazardous Materials
Contact a Maryland Trucking Accident Attorney
Carey Law Offices, LLC represents victims of car, truck and motorcycle accidents throughout Maryland, including Annapolis, Baltimore, Bowie, Dunkirk, Glen Burnie, Greenbelt, Prince Frederick, Rockville and Towson. We have represented clients injured on the Beltway, Baltimore-Washington Parkway, Crain Highway, Pennsylvania Avenue, Route 2, Route 4, Route 50, Route 301, Route 95 and I 295.
Call Carey Law Offices, LLC Toll Free at 877-CAREY21 (877-227-3921).
Our Bowie office can be reached locally at 301-464-2500 and is located at 14300 Gallant Fox Lane, Suite 223, Bowie, MD 20715.
Our Calvert County office can be reached locally at 410-257-9300 and is located at P.O. Box 3401, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.
Our Montgomery County clients can reach us at 301-424-7600.
Carey Law Offices, LLC - Locations
14300 Gallant Fox Lane, Suite 223
Bowie, MD 20715
Ph. (877) CAREY-21
Fx. (301) 464-0502
Southern Maryland
PO Box 3401
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Ph. (410) 257-9300
Rockville
Ph. (301) 424-7600
