Suing a Trucking Company for Negligent Hiring or Training? We Know Where to Look

A truck driver isn’t the only one responsible for a catastrophic crash. Often, the company that hired, trained, or supervised that driver is just as guilty — or worse. At Rodriguez Law Firm, we investigate not only what happened on the road, but what happened behind the scenes that allowed a dangerous driver to get behind the wheel.

Negligent hiring is a legal claim based on the company’s failure to screen its employees. Did they run a background check? Did they verify CDL licenses and driving history? Did they knowingly hire someone with drug issues, DUIs, or a suspended license? We ask these questions because they lead directly to liability.

Negligent training or supervision is another major issue. Some companies rush drivers into service without enough training on load balance, braking techniques, or defensive driving. Others set unrealistic delivery schedules that pressure drivers to speed or skip rest periods.

We dig through internal emails, dispatch logs, and HR files to find out what the company knew and when they knew it. In one case, we uncovered internal safety audits that warned about a driver’s repeated violations. That led to a $2 million recovery for our client.

If you’ve been injured by a commercial truck, don’t stop at the driver. Let Rodriguez Law Firm uncover the full story. Visit www.RodriguezLawFirmPC.com.