A recent AAJ article says that the National Transportation Safety Board cited a lack of appropriate federal safety standards and driver fatigue as contributing factors in this deadly crash where nine people died. The AAJ is calling for new regulations directed at improving the safety of passengers on commercial transportation vehicles. Proposed standards would include installation of electronic devices to monitor driver fatigue, seat belts, and stronger vehicle construction. Commercial trucks are also included in this call for more stringent standards.
What to Do After a Truck Accident in New York State
February 12, 2024
Accidents with commercial trucks, such as tractor trailers and large delivery trucks, can be devastating. They are also complex. Truck accidents often cause more severe injuries than car crashes and have additional legal and insurance challenges to navigate as well.
