Can I sue the trucking company even if the driver was an independent contractor?

Can I sue the trucking company even if the driver was an independent contractor?

Often, yes. The trucking industry’s widespread use of “independent contractor” designations is frequently a legal fiction. Courts look at the degree of control the carrier actually exercised over the driver’s work. Additionally, FMCSA regulations impose direct responsibilities on carriers regardless of how drivers are classified. An experienced truck accident attorney will pierce through contractor labeling to identify all liable parties.