Obtaining a commercial driver’s license (CDL) requires a driver to have an advanced level of skills, knowledge, and expertise. Since the consequences of a mistake are higher, commercial drivers are held to a higher standard than non-commercial drivers. But what qualifies a driver to get a commercial driver’s license and how you can receive fair compensation if you have a truck accident claim involving a commercial driver? Overview of a Commercial Driver’s License Since April 1, 1992, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Adminis...
