Driving while overly tired is similar to driving drunk. Reaction times slow down and it is more difficult to stay focused on the road.
Fatigued drivers put everyone at risk. In particular, when a commercial vehicle driver is fatigued, it can lead to serious accidents on the road. For this reason, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration limits the number of hours a truck driver can be behind the wheel.
At the law firm of Fiol Law Group in Tampa, Florida, our attorneys have in-depth knowledge of federal and state trucking regulations. We leverage our experience and resources to help our clients secure compensation for their injuries after an accident with a truck.
To learn more about our personal injury practice, contact the Tampa driver fatigue accident attorneys at our firm. We handle truck accident cases on a contingency basis, meaning that you do not pay fees or costs unless we help you recover money damages for your injuries.
Helping Victims of Driver Fatigue
In this economy, truck drivers are often under pressure to cut costs by limiting sleep and spending longer periods of time on the road. Sleep deprivation and fatigue can cause a driver to become distracted, fall asleep at the wheel or fail to react to changes in traffic or road conditions.
At our firm, we help clients who have been injured by negligent truck drivers who are sleep deprived. A crash with a commercial vehicle can lead to devastating injuries. We assist clients who have suffered all types of injuries in truck accidents, including:
- Brain injuries and head trauma
- Spinal cord injuries and herniated disks
- Back and neck injuries
- Broken bones and compound fractures
If you have lost a close family member or spouse in a fatal car accident, we can help you. While we understand that no amount of money can make up for the loss of your loved one, we can help you seek justice through a wrongful death action.
Contact Our St. Petersburg Attorneys About Drowsy Driving Cases
To speak with a lawyer at our firm about your case, contact Fiol Law Group online. We offer free initial consultations to answer your questions about your case and how we can help you.
