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Who regulates trucking companies?

A: If you have been involved in a serious truck accident and sustained severe injuries, you may be wondering who regulates trucking companies? Regulations for truck drivers are governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

The FMCSA establishes the rules and regulations which govern the commercial motor vehicles and the companies who operate them. The purpose of the FMCSA is to ensure that our interstate highways are safe. There are regulations for truck drivers that must be followed and if they are not, could result in a crash.

Despite the numerous safety regulations for truck drivers, trucking accidents continue to occur and can leave you or someone you love seriously injured. Based simply on the difference in size, an auto accident with a truck can also lead to loss of life.

A Chicago truck accident can be devastating, resulting in catastrophic consequences. A Chicago personal injury lawyer can help if you or someone you love has been injured in a truck crash.

If a loved one has been involved in a fatal Illinois truck accident, then you should contact a Chicago wrongful death lawyer. In either case, you may be entitled to compensation for injuries or wrongful death.

Some of the damages that may be recovered include:

Medical expenses (past and future);
Lost wages (past and future);
Pain (past and future);
Suffering/emotional distress; and
In the case of death, emotional loss of a loved one.

You need someone to fight for your rights if you have been involved in a Chicago truck accident. A Chicago wrongful death lawyer can help you, particularly when you can prove that a violation in the regulations for truck drivers led directly to the injuries or death.

Hiring a Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyer

Your family should be able to mourn the loss of your loved one without worrying about court documents and filing paperwork. While you adjust to life after your loss, you can take comfort in knowing you don't have to handle an Illinois wrongful death lawsuit alone.

When you have the help of a trusted Chicago wrongful death lawyer from the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. you'll get expert legal advice and guidance concerning your family's long term needs. Contact us today for a free case evaluation - 312-263-1080.

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