Construction zones affect people’s commutes every day, whether you drive on the highway or residential roads. The drive becomes longer, traffic slows down, and sometimes everything comes to a standstill. Although the pace of traffic has slowed, failure to remain attentive while driving through these areas can result in catastrophic accidents. When traveling in work […]
It is the responsibility of every person who drives on the roads to conduct themselves in a safe and attentive manner, regardless of the type of vehicle they are driving. When someone chooses to drive their vehicle with willful disregard for the safety or others, their recklessness can result in serious or deadly accidents. The […]
Operating a fleet of semi-trucks and other heavy trucks requires someone who diligently follows Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), ensuring that the fleet’s drivers, trucks, and equipment meet all federal safety standards. Those who choose to ignore FMCSRs and put everyone on the roads at risk should not be allowed to continue operating their fleet. […]
In 2011, multiple members of the Megel family were in a deadly crash on U.S. 50 involving a semi-truck. That crash injured Nick Megel’s father and daughter and killed his mother. When the Megels hired Craig, Kelley & Faultless to take their case, it was discovered that the semi that hit them was a chameleon […]
The trucking industry has utilized non-domiciled commercial drivers to fill gaps caused by recruitment challenges and high turnover for over a decade, resulting in foreign-born drivers making up 18% of those operating commercial motor vehicles by the end of 2025. Since the beginning of 2025, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has tightened guidelines on English […]
In order to drive a commercial motor vehicle, like a semi-truck, aspiring drivers are required to earn their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Previously, those seeking a CDL would be required to attend a state-licensed CDL school and participate in a comprehensive training program to ensure they fully understand how to safely operate a heavy truck. […]
When the negligence of a trucking company results in serious injury or wrongful death, they should face the consequences of their actions. But what happens when these carriers manage to evade penalties? For those that violate federal safety standards, they are often met with several interventions from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Following […]
Building your law firm’s reputation is crucial to your practice; reputation shows potential clients exactly the kind of firm you are and what they can expect if you’re hired. And now, as legal marketing becomes more and more saturated in the digital age, building a reputation that resonates with clients can be what sets you […]
About six years ago in the fall of 2020, nationally recognized truck accident attorney David W. Craig launched his podcast, After the Crash. The monthly episodes are primarily aimed at the victims and families of victims of semi or other heavy truck wrecks, helping to educate and empower listeners in a digestible format. Each episode features […]
Driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is vastly different from driving a passenger vehicle, and professional drivers require a special license to legally operate heavy trucks, just like pilots need a special license to fly a plane. When someone chooses to pursue commercial driving as a career, they typically attend a state-licensed commercial driver’s license […]
