Lombard Trucking Regulations Violation Accident Attorney

Attorneys Helping Injured Clients Involved in Truck Accidents With Regulation Violations in DuPage County and Illinois

The commercial trucking industry is highly regulated at both the state and federal level. There are numerous rules and regulations for truckers set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the state of Illinois. It is the responsibility of drivers and trucking companies to understand and be in full compliance with the laws and regulations governing their industry. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident caused by failure to comply with trucking regulations, it is important to speak with an experienced truck accident attorney so you understand your rights and so those responsible for your injuries will be held fully accountable.

For over 40 years, Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices has represented clients injured in truck accidents in the Chicago area and throughout Illinois. We have extensive experience with the unique complexities involved in such cases, and we are prepared for the challenge of going up against well-funded adversaries such as large commercial trucking companies. We put this experience to work to aggressively advocate for our clients. When a driver and/or trucking company fails to comply with trucking regulations, we work hard to recover full damages for the injuries of our clients.

Our attorneys are honest, compassionate, accessible, and down to earth. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll a motor vehicle accident injury can have on you and your family, and we do everything possible to make your experience with us as smooth and seamless as possible. We offer free consultations, extended evening and weekend hours, and 3 locations in the local area, and we keep you regularly informed on the progress of your case. In addition, all of our personal injury cases are handled on a contingency basis, so you will never be required to pay upfront attorney fees to receive the skilled representation you deserve.

Common Trucking Regulation Violations in Illinois

The federal government and the state of Illinois have strict regulations on commercial vehicles to ensure the safety of their drivers and other motorists and pedestrians on the road. Unfortunately, pressure to deliver loads on a tight schedule often encourages drivers to violate these standards.

Failure to comply with trucking regulations can lead to accidents with serious injuries and fatalities. Some of the most common trucking regulation violations include:

• Hours of Service Violations: Truck drivers have a limited number of daily and weekly hours in which they are allowed to operate their vehicles. When these limits are exceeded, truck driver errors and fatigue become more likely.
• Poor Truck Maintenance: There are minimum maintenance requirements for commercial vehicles. When drivers or trucking companies fail to perform basic maintenance on their trucks, truck equipment failure is a frequent result.
• Cargo Overload or Misload: There are strict weight limits for large trucks driven on interstate highways. If the cargo carried by a truck exceeds these limits or is not loaded and distributed properly, the risk of serious accidents increases significantly.
• Driving while Drunk or on Drugs: Commercial drivers are held to higher standards than other drivers when it comes to the use of alcohol and drugs. For example, a commercial truck driver will be in violation of DUI laws if they have a blood alcohol content (BAC) level of only .04%.

Contact Our Naperville Truck Accident Attorneys for Regulation Violations

Because of the extensive laws and regulations governing the industry, trucking accident cases differ greatly from other types of auto accidents. For this reason, it is essential to work with an attorney who thoroughly understands these laws and who knows how to hold truck drivers and trucking companies fully responsible when they are guilty of failing to comply with trucking regulations. For a free consultation with one of our skilled and compassionate Illinois truck accident lawyers, contact our attorneys today at 630-932-9100. We have 3 convenient locations to serve you, including Naperville, Lombard, and Bloomingdale.