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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) governs trucking regulations nationwide. Many states have adopted these regulations without substantial additions.
Understanding federal, state, and local trucking laws is crucial for truckers to avoid fines and other penalties. Knowing these laws is also important for anyone involved in a wreck caused by a trucker’s carelessness. Our hardworking and seasoned truck accident attorneys could review your claim and help you understand how the federal trucking laws in Little Rock may affect your case. Contact Mays, Byrd & O’Guinn, PLLC today to schedule your consultation.
Federal and state regulations can significantly affect injury claims after collisions. When truckers, their employers, or other third parties are entirely at fault or contribute to causing the accident, evidence that shows negligence can support your case. Federal law applies primarily to interstate commercial vehicles, setting clear and objective safety guidelines that go beyond the standard traffic laws that apply to all drivers.
After a wreck, evidence of noncompliance, such as issued citations, data from the truck’s black box, or hours-of-service (HOS) logs, can support your case and possibly help you secure the settlement you need and deserve. One of our skilled attorneys could investigate and perform an in-depth analysis of all the evidence to determine the cause and liability. This information helps us pursue the maximum compensation that could cover your damages and losses. During your initial consultation, our Little Rock lawyers could offer guidance and answer specific questions about your case and federal truck regulations.
The trucking regulations applicable in Arkansas include:
Our Little Rock attorneys could help you determine which federal truck regulations apply to help build a strong case and pursue the compensation you may qualify for.
The state aligns with most of the federal government’s weight guidelines. It requires any truck with an overweight or oversized load to get a permit from the state Department of Transportation. The Department of Safety handles all the enforcement and permits, including inspections, compliance reviews, and roadside assistance.
Under 27 Code of Arkansas Rules § 111-109, the minimum speed on interstate highways is 40 miles per hour, and the maximum speed for all tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles is 70 miles per hour. Operators must also slow down as much as necessary during inclement weather that makes roads dangerous, even if that means traveling below the speed limit. When weather creates hazardous conditions, they must stop in a safe place and wait until things improve.
Truck crashes can leave you traumatized. You may suffer severe and life-altering injuries requiring long-term medical care and other services. Legal representation and guidance are crucial to protect your interests and achieve the best possible outcome when an operator, their employer, or another related third party’s negligence caused your collision.
Our seasoned lawyers could review all important information, including black box data, inspection reports, and the trucker’s history, to determine compliance with the guidelines. Contact us today to set up your consultation and learn more about the federal trucking laws in Little Rock.