Trucking News

New Bill Would Protect Truck Drivers from Fake Crashes

A new bill would make it a federal crime to purposely cause a crash with a commercial truck.

Some people cause crashes on purpose so they can file fake insurance claims or lawsuits. The new bill is designed to stop this type of fraud.

Trucking groups say these fake crashes put truck drivers and other people on the road in danger. They also increase insurance costs.

If the bill becomes law, police and prosecutors will have stronger tools to go after people who organize these fake crashes.

Many truck drivers hope the new law will make the roads safer and help stop insurance fraud.