Do Commercial Drivers Face Stricter Substance Use Restrictions?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, August 29, 2018.

In the eyes of the law, we are all the same. Well, this is a very American ideology, but it isn't technically the truth in all cases. For example, not all drivers have to go through drug and alcohol testing to get behind the wheel. Commercial drivers do have to go through testing...

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Could Trucking Hour Regulations Cause Road Dangers?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, August 22, 2018.

We have talked about trucking regulations on our website before, particularly how they are important to the safety of all roadway users. Safety efforts are supposed to increase safety. Some members of the trucking industry, however, warn that trucking hour limits are creating dri...

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Truck Driver Fatigue Myths That Endanger Roadways

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Trucking Industry on Wednesday, August 15, 2018.

We all get tired. It is the nature of life in 2018. Many of us have families, jobs, volunteering, sporting events, chores and other daily routines that consistently drain our energy. No matter how busy you might get, however, you should not get behind the wheel of a care while fa...

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Are Truckers Held to the Same Distracted Driving Standards?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Trucking Industry on Wednesday, August 8, 2018.

Twenty years ago, the phrase "distracted driving" wasn't common. Instead, safety efforts to combat drunk driving and increase the use of safety belts were the main safe driving concerns. Today, we all have our cell phones and busy schedules, including commercial truck drivers. Tr...

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When a Summer Dip Ends in Tragedy

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Wrongful Death on Wednesday, August 1, 2018.

Summer in Texas gets hot—dangerously so. Many days, particularly because kids are on summer break, are best spent in the water. While the thrills of splashing around in the summer months create some of the best memories, increased time in the water makes water safety a crucial ...

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Mesothelioma: Not Just a Big Word on Law Commercials

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Mesothelioma on Wednesday, July 25, 2018.

If you are reading this, you might be going through one of the most stressful and confusing times in your life. Few people read about mesothelioma for simple fun. Those who want to know more are those whose lives are impacted by the illness and whose financial security is threate...

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Shocking Facts About Asbestos Use in the US

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Mesothelioma on Wednesday, July 18, 2018.

While more than 50 countries around the world have banned the use of asbestos, you may be shocked to learn that the U.S. has not. In fact, as of 2018, the U.S. continues to import and use asbestos in a variety of products. Despite definitive proof that asbestos exposure causes me...

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Computer Devices Serve As Step Toward Safer Trucking

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, July 11, 2018.

In 2016, the Texas Department of Transportation released a sobering statistic. The state had not gone a single day in 15 years without a fatality on one of its roads and highways. While there are a variety of factors that contribute to the statistic, driving while fatigued is a s...

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Preventing Texas Truck Accidents Addresses All Commuters’ Safety

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.
Preventing Texas Truck Accidents Addresses All Commuters’ Safety

While fender benders that slow down your daily commute can be annoying, truck accidents can pose a much more serious threat to everyone on the road. This past May, an 18-wheeler traveling on Interstate 20 collided with an overhead sign, causing the truck to flip and catch fire. ...

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Back-Pay Settlement: What We Can Learn From the Dallas First Responders Lawsuit

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Class Action, Wage Disputes on Monday, June 25, 2018.

After decades, almost 8,700 former and current Dallas firefighters and police officers see the end of their class-action lawsuit regarding back-pay claims. The executive committee representing the first responders have agreed on a $173.3 million settlement. The settlement is a s...

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