Topic
truck accident
Logistics Rail & Road #big rig#crash
Big Rig Crash Closes Eastbound I-80 Near Donner Pass, Disrupting Truck Traffic
A big rig crash closed eastbound Interstate 80 near Donner Pass early Tuesday morning, diverting all eastbound traffic including commercial trucks at Overland Trail. The crash occurred near the Donner Pass Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility, a key inspection point. No injuries reported, and no reopening timeline has been announced.
Jul 14, 2026 1 source
Logistics Rail & Road #trucking#liability
California jury holds 3 trucking firms liable in $52.1M nuclear verdict over subcontractor crash
A California jury awarded $52.1 million to a motorcyclist injured in a 2021 crash involving a truck subcontracted twice. The verdict reinforces that trucking companies cannot delegate liability to independent contractors under California law, with hours-of-service violations playing a key role. The case warns logistics firms to ensure subcontractor safety compliance.
Jun 19, 2026 1 source