Trucking Accidents

Personal Injury & Car Accident Attorneys Serving Fort Myers and Naples, Florida, as well as Atlanta, Georgia

Posted: February 28, 2023
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced an increase in fines for truck drivers who violate specific rules and regulations. This includes an increase for violations of: Out-of-Service Orders from $29,893 to $32,208 Conducting Operations During Suspension or… Read Full Post
Posted: November 15, 2022
The Large Truck Crash Causation Study, conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, found that truck driver fatigue played a role in 13 percent of truck accidents during the study period. Since the study’s authoring nearly 20 years ago, several safety measures have been put in… Read Full Post
Posted: January 12, 2022
You’ve likely heard that there is a shortage of skilled truck drivers in the United States. Trucking can be a lucrative career, but for many, the cost of purchasing and maintaining a cab and the uncertainty of “pay-by-the-load” contracts has made it an unenticing option, even for those who have… Read Full Post
Posted: August 23, 2021
As Labor Day approaches, many people will be making the most of what’s remaining of summer vacation, heading to the beach or visiting nearby attractions to squeeze as much fun as possible out of these final days of summer. As traffic increases, it is important to remember your role in creating it… Read Full Post
Posted: February 03, 2021
There are several types of compensation you can pursue after a truck accident. Whether you need money to pay for medical treatment or damage to your property, you deserve compensation. At Kelleher Law, we can help you determine the full extent of your damages. If you sustained injuries in a… Read Full Post
Posted: January 26, 2021
Truck accidents often result in serious injury. When you are injured in a truck accident, it is important that you know who can be held liable in order to seek fair and full compensation. However, unlike car accidents, liability in truck accidents may involve several parties who aren’t even on… Read Full Post
Posted: October 16, 2020
Neck injury is a common consequence of accidents. Motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, and any other type of accident in which impact to the head, neck, or back is possible can result in damage, but identifying a neck injury can be very difficult if you’re not certain what to look for… Read Full Post
Posted: August 12, 2020
When you are injured in a trucking accident, you may be entitled to significantly more compensation than insurance offers. The best way to find out is through a one-on-one consultation at the Fort Myers or Naples office of Kelleher Law. Call 239-351-2142 to schedule a free case review today.… Read Full Post
Posted: May 21, 2019
Trucking accidents happen every day in the United States, and they’re among the deadliest of crashes, killing approximately 5,000 people each year. The injuries caused by collisions with 18-wheelers or tractor trailers are often catastrophic, meaning they cause irreversible damage to injured… Read Full Post
Posted: January 22, 2019
Up against the commercial trucking industry, truck accident victims often face a much more difficult legal process than car accident victims. If you’ve been involved in a truck accident, it’s important to understand the complexities you may encounter when seeking compensation for your suffering.… Read Full Post