Texas Truck Accident Lawyers

Truck Drivers and Drugs

In the state of Texas it is commonly known that if you drink and drive you will go to jail. The Lone Star State leads the nation in deaths caused by drunk driving or driving under the influence accidents. Driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance is dangerous for any motorists and those sharing the roadways with them. Truck drivers and commercial vehicle operators have a particular duty to stay sober and safe while on the street because of the already dangerous nature of their vehicles.

In the state of Texas it is commonly known that if you drink and drive you will go to jail. The Lone Star State leads the nation in deaths caused by drunk driving or driving under the influence accidents. Driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance is dangerous for any motorists and those sharing the roadways with them. Truck drivers and commercial vehicle operators have a particular duty to stay sober and safe while on the street because of the already dangerous nature of their vehicles.

The Law

Anyone required to have a commercial vehicle driver’s license to operate a commercial vehicle is subject to alcohol/controlled substance testing. The legal blood alcohol level in the state of Texas is .08, however truckers should avoid consuming any amount of alcohol while working. This is not limited to time spent driving.

Fighting Sleep

Some truckers turn to controlled substances to help them stay awake and alert during long hours spent driving the highways of America. Drivers should actually avoid medicine to stay up. Some tips to remember to stay alert on those long hour hauls

• Avoid medicines that make you sleepy, like cold pills
• Keep cool, a hot cab will make you tired so keep the window cracked if the cab has no AC
• Take breaks before you start to feel really drowsy or tired

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident involving an 18-wheeler or other commercial vehicle, contact the Texas truck accident lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 800-220-9341 to discuss your case and further legal options.