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February 7, 2014
Trucking companies have a responsibility to ensure the safety of the vehicles and drivers they put on the road. The Nashville Truck Accident Attorneys with Ponce Law explain that any failure to do so could result in costly citations and civil lawsuits.
An article from Trucking Info explained a truck driver from Tazewell, Tennessee, and his company were permanently pulled off the road after repeat offenses that prompted the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to call them both imminent safety hazards.
On Nov. 19, 2013, the trucker was operating a vehicle along I-81 in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, when he suddenly veered across the highway and crashed into oncoming vehicles, killing two people. He then fled the scene and was later caught by police hiding behind a nearby building. He was charged with numerous crimes in connection to the incident, including driving under the influence. In 2009, he faced similar charges.
These incidents prompted the FMCSA to issue an order for the driver and his company to halt all operations on Jan. 22, 2014.
Michael D. Ponce & Associates and their team of Nashville Personal Injury Lawyers are aware of how devastating a collision with a tractor-trailer can be and applaud the FMCSA actions to take dangerous drivers and companies off the road.
When you’re injured through no fault of your own, you deserve compensation for the injury-related costs you face. Our Nashville personal injury lawyer is here to handle your injury claim so you can focus on your recovery.
At Ponce Law, our dedicated attorneys have been helping injured victims in the community since 1994, and we have the experience and knowledge to build a strong claim on your behalf. Contact our legal staff to get the help you need today just call (615) 908-3702 or fill out a free initial consultation form.
