Truck Accidents

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | May 31, 2026 | Truck Accidents

The U.S. Supreme Court recently issued an important decision for trucking accident victims in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC. The Court ruled that the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act (FAAAA) does not preempt state-law negligent-hiring claims against freight brokers.  The decision could have a major impact on personal injury lawsuits involving commercial trucking crashes… read more

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | May 22, 2026 | Truck Accidents

Driving through West Virginia can be beautiful. For commercial truck drivers, the state’s winding mountain roads can also be extremely dangerous. Steep grades, sharp curves, changing weather, and narrow roads create challenges that are very different from driving on flat interstate highways.  When large commercial trucks lose control on mountain roads, the results can be… read more

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | May 13, 2026 | Truck Accidents

Construction zones are common on highways throughout West Virginia. While roadwork is necessary to improve safety and infrastructure, these areas can create serious dangers for commercial trucks. Narrow lanes, sudden traffic slowdowns, and poor road conditions often make work zones especially hazardous for large vehicles. Because commercial trucks are much larger and heavier than passenger… read more

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | April 6, 2026 | Truck Accidents

West Virginia’s terrain and weather patterns make storm driving more dangerous for commercial trucks. Steep grades, narrow roads, and frequent weather shifts increase the risk of losing control. Why commercial trucks must take extra precautions during winter and spring storms in West Virginia comes down to how weight, visibility, and road conditions interact during these… read more

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | March 31, 2026 | Truck Accidents

West Virginia’s mountainous terrain and unpredictable weather patterns create unique challenges for commercial truck drivers. From dense fog in the Appalachian hills to sudden snowstorms and heavy rain, hazardous weather conditions can significantly increase the risk of serious accidents.  Because of these dangers, truck drivers and trucking companies have a legal duty to operate safely… read more

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | February 28, 2026 | Truck Accidents

Winter weather in the Kanawha Valley can turn ordinary drives into high-risk trips—especially when large commercial trucks are involved. Snow, ice, freezing rain, and sudden whiteout conditions can make it harder to stop, steer, and see. But “bad weather” doesn’t automatically mean no one is responsible.  In Charleston, West Virginia, truck accident liability during hazardous… read more

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | February 6, 2026 | Truck Accidents

Every day, thousands of large trucks travel through Charleston and across West Virginia. Some make local deliveries while others pass through on their way to another state. The difference between interstate vs. intrastate trucking matters more than you might think. It affects the rules drivers must follow, the insurance they carry, and your legal options… read more

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | January 16, 2026 | Truck Accidents

When a tractor-trailer cab was left dangling precariously off U.S. Route 35 in Mason County, West Virginia, the situation could have ended in tragedy. Instead, it became a powerful reminder of how training, teamwork, and calm decision-making save lives when the margin for error is razor thin. The dramatic rescue drew the response of six… read more

Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers | August 29, 2025 | Truck Accidents

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), led by Secretary Sean Duffy, has initiated a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) investigation into a tragic crash on the Florida Turnpike that resulted in three deaths.  The probe uncovered that several states issued commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) in violation of federal requirements—raising alarm about systemic failures in… read more

Stephen B. Farmer | July 23, 2025 | Truck Accidents

West Virginia is home to its fair share of commercial vehicles, such as 18-wheelers and even school buses. Operating these large vehicles requires some special knowledge and training. This is why a commercial driver’s license (CDL) is required to drive certain vehicles in West Virginia. Without this requirement, there would likely be many more car… read more