Exposing the Truth About Truck Driver Hours: How HOS Violations Can Make or Break Your Accident Claim

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Road to Recovery: Advocacy and Insights for Trucking Accidents, LPN host Kevin Rosenquist speaks with Sagi Shaked, a top-ranked trial lawyer specializing in personal injury and trucking accidents. They explore why trucking accident trials are fundamentally different from other injury cases, the rigorous preparation process for such cases, and the unique challenges clients face when dealing with trucking company defense tactics. The discussion emphasizes the importance of evidence collection, trial preparation, and maintaining credibility in court.

Timestamps:

[00:00:30-00:01:45] Overview of why trucking accident trials are vastly different from other injury cases.

[00:01:45-00:03:33] Federal regulations, safety protocols, and the role of trucking companies in maintaining compliance.

[00:03:33-00:04:26] The complexity of trucking accident cases and punitive damages.

[00:04:26-00:05:22] Initial steps in preparing for a trial, from evidence gathering to witness interviews.

[00:05:22-00:06:16] The role of insurance companies and trucking companies' rapid response teams.

[00:06:16-00:07:04] Trial preparation strategies, mock trials, and building a case over time.

[00:07:04-00:08:45] Types of evidence critical to trucking cases, including dashcams and black box data.

[00:08:45-00:09:41] Logbooks, gas receipts, and electronic toll records as key pieces of evidence.

[00:09:41-00:11:16] Exposing inconsistencies in truck driver and company records.

[00:11:16-00:13:27] Handling questions from opposing attorneys and preparing clients for depositions.

[00:13:27-00:14:46] Keeping calm under pressure and staying consistent with truthful testimony.

[00:14:46-00:16:02] The importance of thorough preparation for trial and deposition consistency.

[00:16:02-00:19:34] Real-life example of impeaching a witness in a trucking case.

About The Show

Road to Recovery: Advocacy and Insights for Trucking Accidents is a podcast dedicated to exploring the complexities of personal injury law, particularly in cases involving trucking accidents. Hosted by Kevin Rosenquist and attorney Sagi Shaked, each episode delves into topics such as trial preparation, evidence gathering, client advocacy, and insights from legal experts. Designed for attorneys, accident victims, and anyone interested in personal injury litigation, the show provides valuable strategies, real-life examples, and actionable advice to help listeners navigate the road to recovery and achieve justice.