Trucking Regulations and Codes Dean Law Firm Attorneys Houston Texas

Trucking Regulations and Codes

Posted by: Christopher Dean
September 25, 2011
Topic: 18-Wheeler Truck Accidents

Due to high statistics of accidents in the trucking industry, it has become the most regulated commercial industry in the United States. There is a broad scope of rules that must be followed by the trucking companies and truck drivers. Here are some regulations and Codes that lawyers use to claim fault in a Truck Accident.

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations.
PART 382 – Controlled Substances and Alcohol Use and Testing
PART 383 – Commercial Driver’s License Standards
PART 387 – Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility for Motor Carriers
PART 399 – Employee Safety and Health Standards
PART 397 – Transportation of Hazardous Materials

Texas Transportation Code
§644.152 and §644.052 – Safety Standards
§522.101-106 – Alcohol and Drug Use
§522 – Requirements for Commercial Driver’s License

Rules of the Road (Sections 541-600 followed by police officers when issuing traffic tickets)

§ 545.062 – Following Distance
§ 545.351 – Maximum Speed Requirement
§ 545.420 – Racing on Highway
§ 550.023 – Duty to Give Information and Render Aid

The Dean Law Firm recognizes the regulations of the trucking industry and is experienced to investigate which were violated or ignored. It is important to hire an attorney who is knowlegable in prosecuting negligence of the truck driver, the trucking company or both in order to receive the settlement our clients deserve. To hire an attorney who understand the regulations of 18-wheeler accidents and can properly enforce the rules for negligence on the roads in Texas please contact the Dean Law Firm to get the settlement you deserve.