Trucking cases are different from regular automobile accidents in a few key ways. First, trucking companies must adhere to federal regulations, which typical drivers do not have to follow. For example, truck drivers are required to keep logs, while everyday drivers are not. Additionally, truck drivers often face immense pressure to deliver goods quickly, which creates challenges not experienced by the average person on the road. Although regular car accidents can involve other factors, such as alcohol or drug use, trucking cases require more extensive investigation due to the high-pressure environment truck drivers work under.

In trucking cases, thorough discovery is crucial, as truck drivers are often under the control of their employers. If safety were truly the priority, trucking companies would enforce it, but the reality is that profits often outweigh safety concerns, putting the public at risk. Many people have witnessed trucks speeding on highways, sometimes 20 or 30 miles per hour above the limit. Additionally, many drivers take stimulants to stay awake and alert.

One particular case involved a truck driver who rear-ended and killed a grandmother. Initially, the truck driver claimed that the woman pulled out in front of him, causing him to crash into her. However, after a thorough deposition, it was revealed that the driver had actually fallen asleep at the wheel. The trucking company’s safety director instructed the driver to lie about the incident, and he followed those instructions. During cross-examination, the driver broke down, admitted to lying under oath, and confessed to being pressured to fabricate the story. The case ultimately settled for the insurance policy limits after this revelation.