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Just How Safe is The Trucking Industry in Homestead and Across Florida?

Published on: February 25, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

Trucking industry advocates often point to falling accident rates as well as the importance of trucking. They speak of the importance of safety in the industry, and it is true that many truckers and trucking companies do work hard to create a safe environment on the road.

While trucking is an important part of the economy, however, just how safe is the industry?

The truth is that truck accidents in Homestead and surrounding communities still cause devastating injuries and cost lives each year. In many cases, these injuries occur to the occupants of passenger vehicles. According to some statistics, in fatal collisions involving passenger vehicles and trucks, in about 98% of cases, the fatalities involve someone inside the smaller vehicle. In these types of traffic accidents in Homestead and other cities, there is simply no contest. A passenger vehicle may weigh one or two tons while a commercial truck may weigh 40 tons. In addition, the truck driver is usually situated quite high and often well out of harm’s way.

According to the Department of Transportation, in 2011 alone over 4000 people were killed in accidents involving buses and large trucks. What is worrying is that in a number of serious truck accidents in Homestead and other cities, driver fatigue has played a role. In some accidents, drunk driving or other preventable causes were at work.

According to some safety advocates, more can and should be done to prevent unsafe driving and truck accidents. There is already technology in place that could help prevent some accidents. For example, there are GPS systems and on-board cameras that could help monitor drivers to ensure that they are traveling safe speeds and are not falling asleep at the wheel. Underride guards could also help prevent many underrride accidents.

One of the big issues with many truck accidents is record keeping. Under current federal laws, commercial trucks must carefully document each shipment and cargo. Truck drivers must also check in with weigh stations and must keep a log of hours rested and hours driven. As many personal injury attorneys in Homestead and other cities know, however, these systems are not foolproof. After a serious accident, attorneys subpoena records and sometimes find that motor carriers and drivers sometimes violate federal rules. Log books and other paperwork can be easily falsified and in some cases drivers with overloaded trucks are able to avoid the weigh stations meant to catch them.

It is possible that in the future technology will help create a safer industry. Automatic systems in the truck can keep track of how long the truck is driven and how long truckers rest – without the need of a log book. Driverless trucks could allow motor carriers to save money while also reducing the risk of accidents caused by driver error.

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How Can we Make Sure That The Future of the Trucking Industry in Florida is a Safe One?

Published on: February 20, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) expects that the trucking industry will grow rapidly in the next ten years. A recent report released by the organization predicts that by the end of the decade, the percentage of tonnage hauled by trucks will increase by 2.3%. This means that the trucking industry will be responsible for 70.8% of the tonnage hauled in the US. At the same time, freight revenues will increase 63.6% overall, up to $1.3 trillion. The train industry and transport by other methods is expected to decline or increase only modestly over the next decade, which is one reason why the industry is expected to grow so rapidly.

While the above is great news for those in the trucking industry, it does raise some questions for those who are concerned about truck collisions in Miami and across the country. As the trucking industry grows, what will happen to the rate of truck and car accidents in Miami and other cities? How can we make sure that the next decade is not only economically great, but also safe?

According to safety experts, a number of changes can be made to improve safety:

1) Control the growing volume of truckloads. According to the ATA report, truckload volumes will increase by 3.2% until 2018 and then will increase at a rate of 1.1% per year until 2024. Studies have shown that heavier, larger trucks may carrier a higher risk of rollovers, brake failure, tire blowouts, and other dangers. Overweight trucks also put an additional strain on roads and infrastructure, which can lead to potholes and other road hazards in Miami and other cities.

2) Improve working conditions for truck drivers. Good pay and good working conditions for drivers can encourage drivers to drive more carefully and can encourage good health among drivers, which can mean better safety on the road. Rewarding drivers for good safety records and paying for additional training can create more financial incentives for safety. Many truck accidents are still caused by human error, and selecting drivers carefully while ensuring that safe drivers are supported can help.

3) Hold negligent drivers and motor carriers liable for their actions. When motor carriers and drivers in Miami are negligent and cause serious accidents, they should be held fully accountable under the law so that they feel financial and legal pressure to adopt safer policies.

4) Use technology to reduce truck accidents. Safety technology – such as sensors in trucks, cameras in the cab, and other devices – can help prevent accidents. One of the most exciting developments in the recent years is the idea of the driverless truck, which could, in theory, help reduce and eventually virtually eliminate accidents caused by human error.

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Hazardous Cargo Can Cause Devastating Injuries After a Trucking Crash in Homestead or Your City

Published on: February 18, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

Truck accidents in Homestead and other cities are already very dangerous. When an 18-wheeler or big rig collides with a passenger car, the passengers of the smaller vehicle often suffer devastating injuries. Many amputees and brain injury patients in Homestead, for example, have suffered their injuries as a result of traffic accidents. When a truck is carrying hazardous cargo, however, the injuries can be even more catastrophic.

If a commercial truck is carrying propane tanks, for example, the propane can light on fire or even explode on impact, injuring nearby motorists and bystanders. Concrete mixing trucks that experience mechanical failure in Homestead or another city can cause devastating injuries if the cargo spills on the road or comes into contact with passengers in other vehicles. If a truck is transporting oil or a flammable substance, a fire can result from an accident, resulting in serious burn injuries and fatalities. In some cases, trucks may be transporting toxic or poisonous material. If this spills after a crash, it can cause environmental devastation and severely harm anyone in the area. In all these types of accidents, the truck driver is at risk of a workplace injury in Homestead or other city where the accident takes place and other motorists and people in the area may also be at risk.

Since trucks do carry dangerous cargo each day, there are a number of rules in place for commercial trucks transporting hazardous materials. For certain materials, truck drivers need special training and certification. Some materials must also be labeled as hazardous and treated in an especially cautious manner. Truck carriers and drivers are responsible for ensuring that dangerous cargo is correctly loaded and unloaded on trucks so that the risk of injury is reduced. Commercial trucks carrying dangerous goods must also have additional insurance — $1 million or up to $5 million, depending on the hazardous material being transported. When these rules are violated, serious accidents and injuries are a common result.

The U.S. Department of Transportation and Commerce reports that more than 1.5 billion tons of hazardous cargo is transported across the country each year. Most of the cargo makes it safely to its destination. However, each year, statistics show that over 6000 accidents involving trucks carrying dangerous goods occurs each year. Over 200 fatal truck accidents each year occur involving trucks carrying hazardous materials.

If you are involved in a truck accident involving any hazardous material, it is important to get medical attention right away. Even if you are not sure whether you are injured, keep in mind that poisonous or hazardous material can lead to devastating health consequences, even if you do not have symptoms right away. You will need to get medical attention and medical care to make absolutely sure that you have not been affected by noxious fumes, smoke, or other dangerous substances at the accident site.

You will want to exchange contact and insurance information with the truck driver and take photos of the accident scene if you can. Exchange contact information with any witnesses at the scene, too. The more documentation you have, the more options you may have down the line.

One phone call you will want to make very quickly after your accident is to a personal injury attorney in Homestead or your community. Truck accident cases are very complex and you will want someone by your side.

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How the Knights of the Highways Work to Reduce Trucking Collisions in Hollywood and Other Communities

Published on: February 13, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

In the past, commercial truck drivers were known as the “knights of the highway.” They were seen as hard-working people who took the time to help stranded drivers and worked to keep highways safe. Today, the image of the industry has changed. Thanks to a number of high-profile truck accidents and thanks to a changing image in the media, many people are concerned about the safety of large trucks. The number of serious and fatal trucking accidents in Hollywood does not help the image.

The reality is that many commercial truck drivers are in fact very concerned about road safety and do their best to prevent serious truck and car collisions in Hollywood and every city they drive. These employees face a high risk of on-the-job accidents in Hollywood and across the country because they spend hours on the road as well as hours working with and securing cargo. They also face the long-term health consequences of shift work and hours on the road.

While many drivers are careful to avoid traffic collisions, however, some truck drivers are undertrained, negligent, or dangerous behind the wheel. Most safety experts agree that truck drivers have a lower risk of at-fault accidents when compared with passenger car drivers, but some truck drivers do make the decision to drive fatigued, drunk, or distracted. When they do, they can cause devastating accidents that claim lives.

In addition to some negligent drivers, there are also some negligent motor carriers. Trucking companies are supposed to maintain their fleets and to carefully screen and train drivers. While many do that, a few negligent motor carriers care mostly about their bottom line and may not take the time to hire the most qualified drivers or make the effort to keep trucks in great shape, which can increase the risk of tire blowouts and other hazardous situations. Some motor carriers have policies which encourage risky driving. For example, some companies may encourage overloaded trucks or may financially reward drivers who are on the road for longer than is safe. Unfortunately, a few negligent companies create danger for everyone on the roads and contribute to traffic crashes.

What can be done about the dangers on the road? Safety experts agree that focusing on passenger car drivers is important. A number of studies, including a report released by the American Automobile Association Foundation for Traffic Safety, have found that passenger car drivers are the at-fault driver in up to 80% of car/truck collisions. Focusing on better training passenger car drivers is important.

However, getting unsafe truck drivers off the roads is also vital. Many people who have been seriously injured in a truck accident turn to personal injury attorneys in Hollywood or their community in order to get justice and compensation. Pursuing legal claims often pushes motor carriers and trucking companies to make safety changes to prevent further legal action.

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When Unsafe Trucks in Hollywood and Other Florida Cities Cause Accidents

Published on: February 4, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

Commercial trucks and 18-wheelers are, by their very weight and size, more dangerous than passenger vehicles on our roads. It’s one reason why federal rules are very strict about these larger vehicles. Motor carriers and truck drivers must obey the laws and rules for driving and maintaining large trucks in order to help prevent car and truck accidents in Hollywood and other communities.

Unfortunately, some motor carriers and drivers are lax when it comes to safety inspections and other laws that are in place to protect you. The United States Department of Transportation reports that about 500 000 truck accidents occur across the U.S. each year. There is some dispute about how many defective trucks and illegal trucks on the roads are contributing to these collisions, but one thing is clear: reducing the number of illegal and defective trucks on the roads could help prevent some traffic collisions in Hollywood and across the country each year.

There are many types of illegal and defective trucks on the roads which can contribute to truck and car accidents in Hollywood and other communities:

•Trucks that exceed weight limits. Federal laws clearly limit the total weight of trucks and there are weight scales in place to ensure that commercial vehicles do not exceed these limits. However, some motor carriers and drivers purposely falsify cargo documents and avoid weight scales by taking back roads in order to exceed weight limits.
•Trucks that are transporting illegal cargo or illegally stored cargo. Cargo transported by commercial vehicles must be correctly recorded and safely secured. There are special rules for dangerous or hazardous cargo. In some cases, however, motor carriers or drivers transport illegal cargo or transport dangerous cargo without proper precautions. This is not only dangerous, but it can lead to disastrous collisions.
•Trucks that are not correctly maintained. Motor carriers sometimes do not take proper care to correctly maintain trucks, which can lead to tire blowouts, brake failure, and other problems. In some cases, investigative journalists have found that unsafe trucks are shuffled from state to state to avoid the costs of needed repairs.
•Trucks with defective brakes, underride guards, or other components. When a truck has defective brakes or other components, it is expected that these dangerous parts are replaced and trucks are fixed. Unfortunately, some motor carriers and drivers choose to drive vehicles that are not road-safe.
•Trucks without proper licensing. Trucks must be properly registered for Florida or for interstate trucking, but in some cases not all the paperwork is filed correctly. In some cases, if these trucks are in an accident it is difficult for injured survivors to seek justice because not all the information about the truck is available.
•Trucks without legal drivers. Drivers of commercial trucks are expected to have the right class of licensing, an active license, and are expected to be screened for the job. When unsafe drivers are allowed behind the wheel, dangerous collisions are a common result.

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How Truck Driver Shortages Could Lead to Traffic Collisions in Hollywood and Across the Country

Published on: January 30, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

Florida relies heavily on the trucking industry for its agricultural industry and its many other industries. Truck drivers bring goods and products into the state and transport Florida products all over the United States and beyond. Unfortunately, the industry has been affected by a labor shortage and labor problems that could affect not only profits but also the rate of truck accidents in Hollywood and across the state.

There are a number of issues affecting the current labor shortage in the trucking industry:

1) The labor shortage is caused in part by an aging population. According to a study written by Richard Beilock of the University of Florida, the median age of Americans will be 39.1 years, up from 34 years old in 1994. The older population will mean a shrinking work force (as more people recover) but will also be bad news for an industry such as trucking, where physical demands require a younger workforce.

2) The overall work force is shrinking. In addition, Beilock notes that many are moving to white-collar and high-tech occupations that offer higher pay for less dangerous work. This can make it harder for the industry to attract the most qualified workers from a shrinking pool.

3) The turnover rate for drivers is high. According to The American Trucking Association, at large motor carriers the turnover rate for truck drivers was 104% in 2012’s third quarter. Some positions were turned over more than once during the time period, which is why the figure was higher than 100%. A high turnover rate in any profession, of course, creates problems as employers look for ways to replace lost workers. In trucking, the problem can be even more demanding because drivers must undergo screening and training as well.

4) New rules will place more demands on motor carriers to hire more drivers. Last year, hours of service rules changed so that truck drivers are allowed to drive a maximum of 70 hours per workweek, compared to the 82 hours per week allowed before. This means that most motor carriers will need to hire more drivers to make the same number of shipments as before.

Some claim that these issues do contribute to traffic accidents in Hollywood and other cities. They note that a shrinking work force and more pressure on motor carriers to hire more workers can mean that there are less demands placed on drivers and that less safe drivers may be placed on the roads just to fill demand. Others note that current drivers may be pressured to drive longer hours, which can also contribute to a higher risk of truck and car accidents in Hollywood and across the country.

Other experts point out that the current state of the industry could be good news for safety in the long run. Since motor carriers are eager to hire drivers and since truck driving cannot be outsourced, they are pushed to offer better compensation and working conditions to workers. Already, long-haul truck drivers can make 50 cents per mile or even more. Better work conditions can mean safer conditions while better pay can mean that the industry becomes more attractive to highly qualified and safe drivers. In addition, motor carriers must still abide by federal laws. Even with the labor shortage, they are responsible for putting only safe drivers on the roads.

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Truck Drivers May be Prone to Illness, Traffic Accidents Because of Their Jobs

Published on: January 28, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

According to the CDC, truck drivers have one of the most dangerous jobs in America. In 2004, the fatality rate for tractor-trailer and heavy truck drivers was about 11 times higher than the fatality rate for the average U.S. worker. That same year, the Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses found that truck drivers had the second-highest number of injuries among all jobs. That year, about 63,570 drivers were affected by non-fatal injuries.

In addition to the risk of car and truck accidents in Hollywood and other communities, however, there is also the risk of serious illness for truck drivers. We are only now becoming more aware of the risks of illnesses and studies are showing that truck drivers may be more prone to certain illnesses due to the long hours of driving, the strain of handling cargo, and the irregular schedules they face. Studies have shown that this job results in a number of illness risks, including the risk of:

1) Heart attacks and cardiac disease. Many researchers blame the sedentary nature of truck driving for the heart attacks and heart disease that truck drivers face. Many studies have linked long periods of sitting with increased risk of mortality and heart disease, and long-haul truck drivers certainly do sit a great deal. While commercial drivers may need to load and unload, the amount of physical activity they get may not offset the many hours of inactivity. In addition, eating well on the road is a challenge, and some drivers may rely on fast food meals or on truck stop meals, which tend to be high in salt and fats. All of these conditions can lead to heart problems.

2) Cancers. A recent study by Dr. L. Joseph Su of the National Cancer Institute found a link between aggressive prostate cancer and certain occupations – specifically, truck driving, garden shop work, and work in the financial industry. Su suggested that truck drivers may face a higher risk of some cancers due to whole-body vibrations present during long hours of driving. Other studies have also shown a link between cancer and truck driving and have suggested that sedentary lifestyles coupled with limited healthy food options while on the road may play a role. Some truck drivers also deal with hazardous cargo materials, and this could potentially affect their cancer risk, some researchers note.

3) Sleep disorders. Sleep disorders such as sleep apnea affect not only drivers but can also affect their ability to drive safely. Experts say that some traffic accidents in Hollywood and other communities are caused not only by fatigue but by sleep conditions. Drivers may be more at risk for sleep disorders, according to some health experts, because of the long hours of inactivity and the shift work that is part of the job. In turn, sleep disorders increase the risk of truck and car accidents in Hollywood and other communities since these disorders can cause truck drivers to fall asleep at the wheel.

4) Obesity. While not an illness in itself, obesity can lead to diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and a host of other conditions which can be dangerous for drivers. The long hours of sitting combined with the difficulty of eating right can mean drivers are at increased risk of obesity. Unfortunately, even though obesity and many other disorders are linked to truck driving, drivers may have a hard time getting workers compensation in Hollywood and other insurance benefits for their illnesses and conditions, making it harder for them to get assistance.

5) Mental health issues. A 2012 study conducted by M. Shattell, Y. Apostolopoulos, C. Collins, S. Sonmez, and C. Fehrenbacher found that truck drivers may face an increased instance of some conditions that could lead to mental health issues. Conducting a survey of 316 truck drivers, researchers concluded that 27.9% of the drivers experienced loneliness, 26.9% suffered from depression, 20.6% reported chronic sleep issues, 14.5% admitted to anxiety and 13% suffered from other emotional problems. Researchers concluded that these were issues that could significantly affect mental health and were caused by the stresses of the job as well as limited access to health care and support on the road.

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Are DUI Truck Accidents Common in Homestead and Florida?

Published on: January 23, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

Much is written about drunk driving accidents in Homestead and across the country. According to government statistics, there were 33,625 DUI convictions in Florida in 2011 alone. According to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drunk driving is a national epidemic, with a person being injured in a drunk driving accident, on average, every ninety seconds. In 2011, 9,878 Americans were killed in traffic collisions involving drunk driving.

But how many of those accidents involve commercial truck drivers?

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), truck drivers have a lower instance of DUI when compared with other motorists, in part because the rules for drivers of big rigs and tractor trailers are stricter. According to the FMCSA, commercial truck drivers must pass pre-employment screening as well as post-crash and random alcohol and drug tests. The FMCSA also runs a Drug and Alcohol Testing Survey of truck drivers and these surveys show that positive drug and alcohol tests for commercial drivers are at about 1%.

However, a recent review of crash literature and studies conducted by Edmarlon Girotto of the Universidade Estadual de Londrina in the Brazilian state of Parana found that drugs and alcohol may be a bigger concern than many have thought. His research suggests that about 30% of truck drivers worldwide admitted to using amphetamines and about one in two admitted to drinking and driving on the job. Girotto also found a study from the U.S. showing a 12.5% rate of positive alcohol tests – the highest in the world and in stark contrast to the FMCSA’s findings.

So who is right? Do commercial truck drivers really help prevent car and truck accidents in Homestead and other communities by refusing to drive under the influence or is DUI driving a major cause of traffic accidents on our streets?

Research conflicts on the subject, although most research does suggest that commercial truck drivers do have lower risks of accidents and injuries when compared with passenger car drivers. The stricter regulations and more careful screening and training could be part of the reason for that. However, there is no doubt that even a single traffic accident in Homestead caused by drunk driving is unacceptable, since these accidents are completely preventable.

Fortunately, in cases where a motorist is injured by a drunk driver, they do have options. If the at-fault driver is a commercial truck driver, the injured motorist can pursue criminal charges as well as a legal claim against the truck driver, motor carrier, and other possible liable parties. This allows the plaintiff to look for compensation for lost income, medical bills, and other expenses related to their injuries. It also sends a very strong message to both the motor carriers and truck drivers that DUI accidents will not be tolerated. When motor carriers stand to lose significant money due to DUI accidents and when truck drivers stand to lose their jobs and income, more strides may be made in eradicating drinking and driving.

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Could Driverless Trucks Help Prevent Truck Accidents in Homestead and Across the Country?

Published on: January 16, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

On this blog, we’ve written about self-driving cars such as the Google car. In addition to autonomous vehicles, though, truck makers are also working on making autonomous commercial trucks, and some claim that these trucks could help prevent car and truck collisions in Homestead and other cities.

Companies such as Volvo Trucks and Scania have been working on technology that would build self-driving tractor trailers and big rigs while companies such as Scania, Caterpillar, and Komatsu have been working on designs for autonomous vehicles such as dumpsters and diggers. In 2012, Volvo Trucks launched a type of autonomous vehicle platooning demonstration on public roads. The platooning self-driving trucks still rely on a truck driver, but that truck driver controls not only his or her own vehicle but also uses a digital system to control the braking, speed, and steering of two or more self-driving trucks behind him or her. Now, a new project has been announced to develop the laws and technology needed to put these types of truck trains on roads. Some experts predict this type of truck platooning could be allowed in the UK within the decade.

If this type of technology ever comes to the US, will it have economic and safety implications? Will it help to reduce the number of truck and car accidents in Homestead and across the country?

So far, in the UK, truckers have already noted their concerns about the number of jobs that self-driving trucks could cost. Economic analysts, though, have stated that the move could slash transportation costs and boost economies dramatically.

The European Union has already allowed and even demanded some types of technology that take some control from driver’s hands. For example, the EU has made advanced emergency braking systems (AEBS) mandatory for all new trucks that will be on the roads in 2018. These brakes can act without driver input to avoid or prevent crashes.

Eventually, analysts say that the aim may be for fully autonomous commercial trucks, but the semi-driverless platooning trucks may become a reality very soon in Europe. Most experts agree that driverless commercial trucks will be on the roads before the widespread use of autonomous cars. Partly, this is because truck carriers may be more willing than car buyers to invest in the technology because of the huge financial gains it can bring.

Safety experts and truck manufacturers claim that driverless trucks can be much safer than traditional trucking since there is less reliance on human drivers, who are subject to driver error. Issues such as driver fatigue are not an issue with self-driving trucks.

Critics, however, note that platooning will still rely on human drivers and any errors that these drivers make could create truly catastrophic accidents as they will involve multiple large commercial trucks. In addition, critics note that the technology has to be completely reliable, since the risks with larger commercial trucks – especially those carrying dangerous goods or hazardous materials – are so high. Despite the concerns, however, many experts agree that driverless trucks and cars are the future and the question is when, rather than if, these vehicles will dominate the roads.

What about you – do you believe that autonomous trucks will eventually help prevent traffic crashes in Homestead?

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New Laws Try to Prevent Truck Crashes in Homestead and Across the State

Published on: January 14, 2014 | By Flaxman Law Group

Truck driver fatigue is considered to be one of the major preventable reasons for truck accidents in Homestead and across the country. While drivers of big rigs, tractor trailers, and all commercial trucks must abide by Hours of Service (HoS) regulations set by the federal government, many safety critics have noted for years that these rules did not go far enough in limiting fatigued driving. Many argued that the hours still permitted for a long time on the road, which can be a risk since long hours behind the wheel require a great deal of focus and attention, which is hard to sustain hour after hour.

In response to concerns, new rules were passed last year in an attempt to curb fatigue-related truck and car accidents. Under the new rules, truck drivers will:

•Be able to work no more than 70 hours per work week
•Be able to work no more than 14 hours per day
•Be able to drive no more than 11 hours per day
•Need to record breaks of 30 minutes or more after eight hours or more of work
•Need to take a weekly break that is at least 34 consecutive hours and covers two periods between the hours of 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m.

Before these new rules, drivers were allowed up to work up to 82 hours weekly. The new rules also come with fines and other penalties for those who disobey.

The question remains – will the new rules help prevent car and truck crashes in Homestead and across the country?

Some within the trucking industry opposed the rules, saying that they would raise prices and wouldn’t necessarily lead to better safety. They also noted that the new rules would place more trucks on the roads to compensate for the fact that drivers will work shorter hours – a move, some stated, might increase the risks of truck and car collisions in Homestead and other communities.

Some safety experts, though, noted that the new laws might not go far enough in curbing fatigued driving. After all, under the new rules drivers can still work 70 hours per week – much longer than the average 40 hour work week and potentially long enough to cause fatigue in a stressful job. Driving 11 hours a day, they noted, is still a very long time and can still cause fatigue. Some experts also noted that the new rules will not address other issues that can cause fatigued driving – issues such as sleep apnea and other sleep disorders.

What do you think? Do the Hours of Service promise to prevent traffic accidents in Homestead, or does more need to be done to keep our streets safer?

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