Truck Accident Attorney Reports Surge in Highway Collisions as Drowsy-Driver Data Sparks Demands for Stricter Safety Regulations
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 24, 2025) — According to a recent analysis by a prominent truck accident attorney, a 23 percent increase in severe highway collisions involving commercial vehicles has been recorded nationwide over the past six months. The attorney attributes the spike to widespread fatigued driving among long-haul truckers, citing newly released Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration data that shows a 40 percent rise in hours-of-service violations. This development has prompted transportation safety advocates to call for immediate federal intervention. Legal experts note that thousands of victims are now seeking compensation through lawsuits, with truck accident attorney firms handling an unprecedented volume of injury claims. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is currently reviewing the matter, though no formal rule changes have been announced.