Truck and car accidents can cause serious injuries, but when a truck driver is fatigued, the chances of an accident increase significantly. If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident caused by a fatigued truck driver, it’s important to seek legal representation from an experienced Schaumburg fatigued truck driving accident lawyer at our law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers. Speak to our truck accident attorneys today to get started.
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What Is Fatigued Driving?
Fatigued driving is when a driver operates a vehicle while being excessively tired or drowsy, risking falling asleep behind the wheel.
What Causes Truck Driver Fatigue?
Fatigue can happen due to lack of sleep, long working hours, medication side effects, medical conditions such as sleep apnea, monotonous terrain, or driving in a high-stress environment.
Fatigue affects a driver’s ability to focus and react quickly on the road, increasing the risk of serious truck accidents.
What Federal Regulations Involve Fatigued Truck Driving?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has established the Hours of Service (HOS) regulations mandates:
an 11-hour driving limit after 10 consecutive hours rest for property-carrying drivers
a 10-hour driving limit after 8 consecutive hours rest for passenger-carrying drivers
after 8 consecutive hours driving, commercial truck drivers are required to take a 30-minute break
How Serious Is the Problem of Fatigued Driving in Illinois?
Fatigued driving is a major issue in Illinois and reflects nationwide road safety concerns. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that in 2021, drowsy driving contributed to 684 deaths, making up 1.6% of all traffic fatalities. From 2017 to 2021, 1.8% of fatal crashes in the US involved an accident involving a drowsy driver.
Signs Of Fatigued Driving that Could Lead to Truck Accidents
It is important to recognize the signs of tired truck drivers to avoid a truck crash:
Drifting or swerving into other lanes
Difficulty focusing or keeping eyes open
Frequent yawning or rubbing of eyes
Missing traffic signals or exits
Tailgating other vehicles
How Can Schaumburg Truck Accident Lawyers Help Me?
If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident caused by a fatigued driver, it’s important to seek legal representation as soon as possible. Schaumburg truck accident lawyers have the experience and knowledge needed to handle these complex cases and fight for your rights.
Some ways that a lawyer can help you include:
Investigating the cause of the accident, to hold responsible parties like trucking companies or fatigued truck drivers accountable
Gathering evidence, such as logbooks and surveillance footage
Negotiating with insurance companies for fair compensation
Representing you in court if necessary
What Type of Compensation Might I Receive?
Victims of truck accident cases caused by a fatigued driver may be entitled to various types of compensation from the insurance carrier of the trucking company, or others. This can include:
If you have been injured in a driver fatigue accident, call us for a free consultation about your case. A skilled and experienced Schaumburg truck accident attorney at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers can help you navigate the complex legal process and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Fatigued Truck Drivers in Schaumburg Accidents
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
Andrew Kryder went above and beyond to help me out with a case that I brought to him. He was prompt, attentive, and extremely thorough. It was a pleasure to work with him!
If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident caused by a fatigued driver, it’s important to seek legal representation as soon as possible. Schaumburg truck accident lawyers have the experience and knowledge needed to handle these complex cases and fight for your rights.
(312) 223-1700