When it comes to evaluating the severity of motor vehicle accidents, truck accidents, or those involving large big rigs, semi-trucks or tractor-trailers, tend to be particularly severe. One clear-cut reason is the sheer size and force of the vehicles involved – these types of trucks can easily dwarf any other vehicle on the roadway.

That, paired with the dangers that others face while sharing the roads, has led to heavily regulation of the commercial trucking industry, which has seen a number of measures put in place to help ensure safety. Such regulations don’t just cover the type of vehicles that we see on the roads today – they also clearly outline requirements related to drive time, work hours and training programs.

Although there are special regulations for truck drivers and their companies, it’s important to note that drivers of these vehicles are expected to obey the same rules of the road as non-commercial drivers. From maintaining the proper speed to properly signaling during turning or lane changing, the rules of the road apply to all drivers, regardless of the type of vehicle they are driving

Failure to adhere to these regulations, or general traffic guidelines, can yield dire consequences, including accidents, personal injury or even wrongful death.