Category: After the Crash

Over the course of the past two decades, there has been an increase in foreign drivers in the trucking industry. The number of foreign-born drivers increased by more than double the amount from 2000 to 2021, starting at 316,000 drivers and rising to more than 720,000. By the end of…

Driving while fatigued, whether you drive a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) or a passenger vehicle, creates safety risks for all motorists. For those driving heavy trucks, drowsy driving can lead to devastating accidents because of the vehicle’s size and weight. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), fatigued…

If a semi-truck driver says they could not avoid the accident because they could not see — is that a valid defense? No! Nationally Recognized Truck Accident Attorney David W. Craig has handled several cases where a truck driver claims a collision was not their fault because they could not…

When a serious injury or wrongful death occurs, there can be many factors involved in what led to this tragedy. If the injury or death is the result of a company’s wrongdoing, proving that negligence can affect not only the outcome of your case but also its total value. However,…

Since the beginning of 2026, Managing Partner of Craig, Kelley & Faultless David W. Craig has executed multiple plans to expand the law firm’s reach to potential clients and the motoring public. Now, as we come to the end of this year’s first quarter, the firm is proud to share…

For many victims of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) accidents or their loved ones, filing a lawsuit against the driver and their company can be their best chance at seeking justice and recovering damages. Regardless of the type of CMV that was involved in the wreck, whether it’s a semi tractor-trailer,…

The death of a loved one is a tragedy, particularly if it is a result of someone else’s negligence or intentional actions. This can be especially difficult when the loss is caused by truck or other commercial motor vehicle accident. In the wake of this traumatic experience, it can be…

Semi tractor-trailers are loaded with cargo every day to transport all across the country—sometimes multiple loads a day. In order to ensure the truck and trailer are in safe condition for every trip, drivers must perform pre-trip inspections. Truck operators are required by federal and state laws to inspect their…

Every winter season, crashes occur due to drivers failing to change their driving habits to accommodate snowy and icy conditions. Over 70% of roads in the United States are located in regions that receive more than five inches of average snowfall annually, with nearly 70% of the nation’s population living…

Truck accidents can be caused by a variety of factors, some of which include a truck driver’s inattention to the road, falling asleep behind the wheel, or a medical emergency. Although drivers are required to undergo medical examination from a medical professional that is part of the Federal Motor Carrier…