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A new trucking liability law has arrived. West Virginia’s recent enactment of legislation imposing a cap on noneconomic damage awards in civil lawsuits involving commercial motor vehicles has stirred considerable discussion within the trucking industry. As legal advisors specializing in transportation law, Hughes Lawyers, LLC, recognizes the significance of this development and the implications it
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Over the past decade, the legal landscape for trucking companies has been rattled. The phenomenon of “nuclear verdicts” — colossal jury awards, often exceeding $10 million, are reshaping the dynamics of litigation. These mammoth decisions impact both plaintiffs and defendants. They place a particularly heavy burden on trucking companies that are facing rising costs across
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In the world of trucking, discussions about nuclear verdicts often take the spotlight. These jaw-dropping jury awards, often exceeding $10 million, send shockwaves through the industry. However, as litigation expert Steve Wood recently highlighted, it’s not just the verdicts that should raise concern; nuclear settlements have shown to be a real risk for trucking companies.
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