Trucker injured after picking up load at facility – $5,500,000 Settlement 
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Published: September 14, 2009
The plaintiff was a long haul trucker who picked up a load in a trucking facility. After successfully getting his load, he pulled away from the loading area and stopped his truck. He then exited his truck to lock and inspect his load as required by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.
While walking beside his truck ...
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