Do Federal Trucking Regulations Affect My New York Truck Accident Claim?

While your case may be filed under New York civil law, federal regulations from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) often play an important role. These rules cover commercial truck safety issues such as driver qualifications, hours of service, drug and alcohol testing, vehicle inspection and maintenance, and cargo securement.

Violations of these regulations can be used as evidence of negligence. A truck accident lawyer may review logbooks, black box data, ELD records, maintenance files, and company compliance records to identify violations that may support your case.