18- Wheeler Accident
18 wheeler accidents can be catastrophic to those injured in this type of accident. Drivers of 18 wheelers have special duty to the and have special training and are required to have a commercial driver's license. Many accidents are caused by driver fatigue and inattention due to this fatigue.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AND SECURE THE COMPENSATION YOU ARE ENTITLED TO WHEN STRUCK BY AN 18 WHEELER.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AND SECURE THE COMPENSATION YOU ARE ENTITLED TO WHEN STRUCK BY AN 18 WHEELER.
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Here are important rules required by the State of Texas:
Texas hours of service rules for trucks operating in intrastate commerce
Texas hours of service rules for trucks operating in intrastate commerce
- A driver must have 8 consecutive hours off duty before beginning a shift.
- After 8 hours off duty, a truck driver may only be on duty for 15 consecutive hours.
- Drivers may only stay on the road for up to 12 consecutive hours.
- Fatigue and distraction can cause and accidents, and this happens often to truck drivers