Commercial truck drivers have certain responsibilities after a crash. Most trucking companies have specific post-accident procedures that their drivers must observe, whether they’re employees or independent contractors. If you were injured in a crash caused by a commercial truck driver, you may be entitled to pursue compensation for your losses…
Thanksgiving is synonymous with warmth, gratitude, and quality time spent with loved ones. However, amid the festivities and travel plans, it’s crucial to prioritize safety on the roads. In a recent bipartisan effort, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Shelley Moore Capito have introduced the Drive Safer Sunday Resolution, urging…
It was a normal winter day in Indiana. It was cold and it had been snowing. The temperature fluctuated to above and below freezing. The roads had been clear of snow but there were patches of ice. A wife and mother of two was cooking dinner when she realized that…
Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC has been named a Tier 1 firm in Indianapolis for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms®. Best Law Firms® rankings are based on an evaluation process that includes the collection of clients and professional reference evaluations, peer review from…
A Personal Injury Case Analysis: A group of college aged adults were driving from Indiana to California. It was quite the adventure. Unfortunately, they would never make it. While heading west on I-70 in Kansas, near the Colorado state line, the Volkswagen van they were in was rear-ended by a…
Trucking industry regulations help ensure the safety of all road users. From enforcing hours of service (HOS) for truck drivers to requiring regular vehicle inspections, state and federal regulations for commercial trucking can reduce the number of accidents, injuries, and deaths. However, these regulations are effective only when drivers and…
Although trucking companies must adhere to strict federal hiring practices, they often disregard the rules, resulting in devastating truck crashes caused by drivers unfit for duty. In such a situation, the employer of a negligent truck driver could be liable for injuries and other crash-related losses. At the law firm…
The American Bar Association (ABA) accredits board certification for qualifying attorneys who handle truck accident cases. Truck Accident Law Board Certification recognizes lawyers with extensive experience in truck crash cases and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to trucking litigation. This article explores what it means to be…
Drivers should always be vigilant when sharing the road with semi-trucks. But the potential for a crash is also high when these huge trucks are on the shoulder or side of the road. In the dark or under poor visibility, an unsuspecting driver could drive straight into the back…
Semi-trucks weigh up to 80,000 pounds fully loaded, and when one collides with a much smaller passenger car, massive forces transfer directly to the car and its occupants. The impact of a semi-truck crash can send a car occupant bouncing around the interior, likely hitting the airbag or hard…