Under federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, drivers of commercial vehicles may drive no more than 10 hours, after a mandatory 8-hour off-duty period*. By law, drivers are required to keep an accurate log of their time behind the wheel and at rest. The actual time the engine is running on the road is recorded automatically on the truck 'black box' recorder. If a commercial truck is in an accident and found to be in violation of the regulations regarding rest, sleep and drive-time, the truck company owners and the driver may be held liable for compensating injury victims and the families of fatalities.
We Raise Your Voice Against the Largest Truck Companies
For more than 40 years, Caravona & Czack attorneys have dedicated themselves to providing vigorous, effective representation for individuals and families harmed by truck accidents throughout Ohio and surrounding states. Winning a truck accident case requires an in-depth knowledge of FMCSA regulations and case law. We use our experience, resources, knowledge and creativity to handle the most complex and challenging cases, including fatal truck crashes.
Our attorneys team up with nationally-recognized specialists and apply the latest technology to investigate and prepare your truck accident case to win in court, if a full and fair settlement can't be reached in negotiations. Intelligent strategies, focused representation and a commitment to excellence throughout your case is your best advantage against the large trucking companies and their insurance interests.
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We have extensive experience in all types of truck accident injury and wrongful death claims, including accidents resulting from:
- Truck driver fatigue
- Shifting loads, improperly secured loads
- FMCSA violations
- Wide load and piggy-back trailer accidents
- Oil tanker wrecks and spills
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From our offices in Cleveland, we represent individuals injured in truck accidents in communities throughout Ohio and surrounding states. Contact us to arrange a free consultation with an experienced Cleveland truck driver fatigue accident attorney today. Our lawyers handle all personal injury claims on a contingency-fee basis. You don't pay attorneys' fees unless we help you recover money damages.
* Statistics reported at http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov
