Due to the nature of the job, truck driver fatigue is a factor that is almost always relevant when pursuing a truck accident case.
Truck drivers are often operating under strict deadlines which can cause them to not only drive without adequate rest, but also to drive aggressively.
Sleep deprived drivers are of increased concern to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA); in 2003, FMCSA established hours of service (HOS) policy for truckers. Despite such measures being taken, the U.S. National Safety Board still reports that driver fatigue is the leading cause in up to 40% of truck crashes.
