Truck Accident Claims in Washington
The safety and insurance rules for trucks in Washington, how fault is shared, any limits on damages, and the deadline to sue.
Short answer: The chief of the Washington State Patrol may adopt rules on which vehicles are inspected, inspection criteria, driver qualifications, hours of service and other matters for vehicle equipment and driver inspections, and must prioritize higher-risk motor carriers for inspections and… Rev. Code Wash. § 46.32.020; 49 CFR 387.9
| Truck safety and insurance rules | The chief of the Washington State Patrol may adopt rules on which vehicles are inspected, inspection criteria, driver qualifications, hours of service and other matters for vehicle equipment and driver inspections, and must prioritize higher-risk motor carriers for inspections and compliance reviews. For interstate trucks, federal minimum insurance is set in 49 CFR 387.9. |
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| Fault rule (comparative negligence) | Pure comparative fault. An injured person's own fault reduces their damages proportionately but does not bar recovery, no matter how large their share of fault. Source: Rev. Code Wash. § 4.22.005 |
| Deadline to sue for an injury | Three years for any injury to the person or rights of another not otherwise listed in the limitations statutes. Source: Rev. Code Wash. § 4.16.080(2) |
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FAQ
What safety and insurance rules apply to trucks in Washington?
The chief of the Washington State Patrol may adopt rules on which vehicles are inspected, inspection criteria, driver qualifications, hours of service and other matters for vehicle equipment and driver inspections, and must prioritize higher-risk motor carriers for inspections and compliance reviews. For interstate trucks, federal minimum insurance is set in 49 CFR 387.9.
Can you recover damages if you were partly at fault in Washington?
Pure comparative fault. An injured person's own fault reduces their damages proportionately but does not bar recovery, no matter how large their share of fault.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury in Washington?
Three years for any injury to the person or rights of another not otherwise listed in the limitations statutes.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.