The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration enforces strict Hours-of-Service (HOS) rules under 49 CFR Part 395 to prevent driver fatigue among commercial truck drivers operating in interstate commerce.
Core Federal Hours-of-Service Limitations
- 11-Hour Driving Limit: Drivers may drive a maximum of 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty.
- 14-Hour Driving Window: Drivers cannot drive beyond the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty.
- 30-Minute Rest Break: Required after 8 cumulative hours of driving without an interruption of at least 30 minutes.
- 60/70-Hour Weekly Limit: Cannot drive after 60 hours on duty in 7 consecutive days or 70 hours in 8 consecutive days.
Uncovering HOS Violations After a Serious Collision
Trucking companies that pressure drivers to meet unrealistic delivery deadlines often trigger catastrophic rear-end and underride collisions. Albrecht Law PLLC subpoenas ELD logs, toll records, weigh station bypass records, and GPS tracking to expose fraudulent logbooks and hold negligent trucking companies fully accountable.