Yes. Truck Drivers and Trucking Companies have stricter Guidelines that they must follow when operating their vehicles. These guidelines are written out in both Federal and State level mandates. If a Driver or Trucking Company is in violation of any of these guidelines, they can be fined or lose their license. Some of the different concepts that are covered in these guidelines for commercial trucks include: Hours Per Day Securing Loads Weight Limit Maintenance Schedule Drug Testing Driver Physical Exams If it is determined that a company or driver was in violation of any of these laws, it can mean a larger settlement when it comes to your accident injury settlement.