Results Archive for November, 2011

• Nov 30, 2011

  U.S. DOT Ruling: No Handheld Cell Phones for Commercial Truck & Bus Drivers

  On November 23, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) secretary Ray LaHood announced their latest action; to prohibit interstate truck and bus drivers from using hand held cell phones while operating their vehicles.
  
  
  In making the announcement, LaHood stated “When drivers of large trucks, buses and hazardous materials take their eyes off the road for even a few seconds, the outcome can be deadly. I hope that this rule will save lives by helping commercial drivers stay laser-focused on safety at all times while behind the wheel.”
  
  
  This final ruling prohibits commercial truck drivers from using hand-held mobile devices while operating a commercial truck or bus. Any driver who violates this restriction will face federal charges of up to $2,750 for each offense. Multiple offenses will result in a disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle.
  
  
  Additionally, states will now be suspending a driver’s commercial drive’s license after two or more serious traffic violations.  Furthermore, companies who allow their drivers to use hand-held phones while drives will face a maximum penalty of $11,000.
  
  
  In September of 2010, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued a ban on texting while operation a commercial truck or bus.
  
  
  This ruling marks a giant leap for safety on our interstates. Tabor Law understands the danger of distracted driving, and hopes this ruling makes our roads, and those all across America, a little bit safer.
  
  
  If you or someone you know has been injured in a trucking accident, call 317.236.9000 for a free consultation.

• Nov 21, 2011

  Safe Travels this Thanksgiving from Tabor Law

  This past Sunday morning, a driver of a Pontiac Grand Prix heading north in the southbound lane of I-465, collided with an SUV. The driver of the Pontiac died at the scene. His passenger and the 3 passengers of the SUV were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Investigators said open alcohol containers were found in the Pontiac. (Information from Fox 59).

  This accident serves as a wake up call for Hoosiers preparing to hit the roads for Thanksgiving travel. The increased road traffic during the holiday season creates increased dangers for drivers. With all the holiday gatherings and parties, many adults will be indulging in a glass of wine, or two. Tabor Law urges you to be safe while traveling this holiday season. Keep an eye out for impaired and dangerous drivers, make sure to always have a designated driver, and slow down when there’s moisture on the roads. Remember, although you may be driving safe, not everyone may be as cautious.

  Stay safe, and have a happy Thanksgiving.

• Nov 16, 2011

  2011 Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum

  Roy Tabor will be speaking at the 2011 Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) on December 6^th at the Ritz Charles Meeting Facility in Carmel, Indiana. This will be Roy’s eleventh year as a guest speaker at the ICLEF Year in Review. Roy is truly honored that he has been invited again as a speaker to talk about current issues in personal injury and wrongful death law.

  ICLEF brings hundreds attorneys together each year to provide continued education and law updates to Indiana attorneys on a variety of topics of interest to lawyers.

  Tabor Law enjoys conferring with attorneys around the state and stands ready to serve as co counsel on cases. For more information on Roy serving as co counsel on your client’s case, call 1.800.266.7103.

  For more information on this event, visit ICLEF.org It’s not too late to register and attend!