Nevada Truck Accident Attorney Las Vegas
Semi-trucks and commercial vehicles on Nevada’s I-15, US-95, and I-515 corridors are involved in accidents that cause catastrophic injuries due to the enormous size and weight differential between 80,000-pound commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations establish the standard of care for commercial trucking operations in Nevada — driver hours of service limits, vehicle maintenance requirements, cargo securing standards, and driver qualification requirements — and violations of these regulations frequently contribute to serious truck accidents. Marathon Law Group’s Las Vegas truck accident attorneys pursue the full value of commercial trucking cases against carriers, their insurers, and all other responsible parties.
Federal Trucking Regulations and Nevada Truck Accident Liability
Hours of service violations — driving beyond the legal 11-hour limit or failing to take required rest breaks — are a primary cause of drowsy driving truck accidents in Nevada. Electronic logging devices (ELDs) now record driving hours and are subject to discovery in accident litigation, providing powerful evidence of violations. Inadequate vehicle maintenance including brake failures and tire blowouts, overloaded or improperly secured cargo causing rollover accidents, and unqualified or undertrained drivers are other common liability theories. Marathon Law Group obtains the trucking company’s complete compliance records through aggressive discovery.
Multiple Defendants in Nevada Truck Accident Cases
Truck accident liability often extends beyond the driver to include: the motor carrier for negligent hiring, supervision, and maintenance; the cargo shipper or broker for overloading or improper loading; the truck manufacturer for mechanical defects; and maintenance contractors for improper repairs. FMCSA minimum insurance requirements for interstate commercial trucks are $750,000, and many carriers carry far higher limits. Marathon Law Group identifies and pursues every liable party and insurance source.
Contact Marathon Law Group — Las Vegas Nevada Truck Accident Attorneys
Seriously injured in a Las Vegas truck accident? Marathon Law Group handles commercial vehicle liability cases. Free consultation — no fee unless we win.