Ep. 78 – Fighting Dangerous Trucking Laws || After the Crash Podcast
Thu Feb 05 2026
Fighting Dangerous Trucking Laws — with Scott Faultless | After the Crash Podcast
Why are dangerous trucking companies still operating on our roads? Why haven’t federal insurance minimums increased in over 40 years? And who’s really behind the laws that protect trucking companies instead of families?
In this episode of After the Crash, nationally recognized truck accident attorney David Craig sits down with Scott Faultless, partner at Craig, Kelley & Faultless. Together, they break down the dangerous legal loopholes, toxic lobbying tactics, and shocking truths behind legislation that puts profits ahead of public safety.
Whether you’re a victim of a semi-truck crash or a family member searching for answers, this conversation explains exactly what’s happening—and why it’s time for change.
✔️ Why the $750,000 trucking insurance minimum is dangerously outdated
✔️ What “tort reform” really means—and who it hurts
✔️ How bad laws make it harder for families to hold trucking companies accountable
✔️ The truth about brokers, bad truckers, and federal court manipulation
✔️ What reforms could actually save lives (and why they keep getting blocked)
If you or someone you love has been impacted by a trucking crash, this episode will give you the tools, language, and understanding to fight back.
David Craig is one of the few attorneys in the U.S. who is Board Certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and accredited by the American Bar Association. That means he meets rigorous experience, ethics, and knowledge standards to hold trucking companies and unsafe drivers accountable.
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01:20 – Scott Faultless: Board-Certified Truck Accident Attorney
03:22 – Trucking Laws Shouldn’t Be Political—They Should Be About Safety
06:10 – The Trucking Alliance: When Industry & Plaintiffs Agree
08:21 – Why $750,000 Insurance Minimums Are Dangerous
10:18 – How Bad Trucking Companies Undercut Safety
13:14 – The Insurance Industry’s Hidden Agenda
16:06 – Why They Want All Truck Crash Cases in Federal Court
21:47 – Why Juries Matter: The Power of the Seventh Amendment
25:07 – Real Safety Reform: What Should Be Law
33:32 – What Families Can Do: Speak Up & Stop Bad Laws
35:13 – Reward the Good Truckers, Remove the Bad
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If you or someone you know has been involved in a truck crash, don’t wait.
Visit https://ckflaw.com or call 1-800-ASK-DAVID for experienced legal help.
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Why Listen to After the Crash?
Navigating the aftermath of a trucking accident can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. This podcast is designed to educate and empower victims and their families, helping you make informed decisions about your future.
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Learn About the Firm:
At Craig, Kelley & Faultless, LLC, we’ve dedicated over 30 years to fighting for trucking accident victims. From preserving evidence to holding negligent trucking companies accountable, our mission is to protect your rights and secure the justice you deserve.
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Download Semitruck Wreck for FREE:
https://www.ckflaw.com/truck-accident-ebook/
Follow Us on Socials:
Website: https://www.ckflaw.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ckflaw
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/craig-kelley-&-faultless-attorneys-at-law
Contact Us:
Email: info@ckflaw.com
Phone: 1-800-ASK-DAVID
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Fighting Dangerous Trucking Laws — with Scott Faultless | After the Crash Podcast Why are dangerous trucking companies still operating on our roads? Why haven’t federal insurance minimums increased in over 40 years? And who’s really behind the laws that protect trucking companies instead of families? In this episode of After the Crash, nationally recognized truck accident attorney David Craig sits down with Scott Faultless, partner at Craig, Kelley & Faultless. Together, they break down the dangerous legal loopholes, toxic lobbying tactics, and shocking truths behind legislation that puts profits ahead of public safety. Whether you’re a victim of a semi-truck crash or a family member searching for answers, this conversation explains exactly what’s happening—and why it’s time for change. ✔️ Why the $750,000 trucking insurance minimum is dangerously outdated ✔️ What “tort reform” really means—and who it hurts ✔️ How bad laws make it harder for families to hold trucking companies accountable ✔️ The truth about brokers, bad truckers, and federal court manipulation ✔️ What reforms could actually save lives (and why they keep getting blocked) If you or someone you love has been impacted by a trucking crash, this episode will give you the tools, language, and understanding to fight back. David Craig is one of the few attorneys in the U.S. who is Board Certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and accredited by the American Bar Association. That means he meets rigorous experience, ethics, and knowledge standards to hold trucking companies and unsafe drivers accountable. — 01:20 – Scott Faultless: Board-Certified Truck Accident Attorney 03:22 – Trucking Laws Shouldn’t Be Political—They Should Be About Safety 06:10 – The Trucking Alliance: When Industry & Plaintiffs Agree 08:21 – Why $750,000 Insurance Minimums Are Dangerous 10:18 – How Bad Trucking Companies Undercut Safety 13:14 – The Insurance Industry’s Hidden Agenda 16:06 – Why They Want All Truck Crash Cases in Federal Court 21:47 – Why Juries Matter: The Power of the Seventh Amendment 25:07 – Real Safety Reform: What Should Be Law 33:32 – What Families Can Do: Speak Up & Stop Bad Laws 35:13 – Reward the Good Truckers, Remove the Bad — If you or someone you know has been involved in a truck crash, don’t wait. Visit https://ckflaw.com or call 1-800-ASK-DAVID for experienced legal help. — Why Listen to After the Crash? Navigating the aftermath of a trucking accident can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. This podcast is designed to educate and empower victims and their families, helping you make informed decisions about your future. — Learn About the Firm: At Craig, Kelley & Faultless, LLC, we’ve dedicated over 30 years to fighting for trucking accident victims. From preserving evidence to holding negligent trucking companies accountable, our mission is to protect your rights and secure the justice you deserve. — Download Semitruck Wreck for FREE: https://www.ckflaw.com/truck-accident-ebook/ Follow Us on Socials: Website: https://www.ckflaw.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ckflaw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/craig-kelley-&-faultless-attorneys-at-law Contact Us: Email: info@ckflaw.com Phone: 1-800-ASK-DAVID #TruckWreckLawyer #TruckingAccidents #BoardCertified #AfterTheCrash #DOTMedicalExam #TruckAccidentLawyer #PublicSafety #WrongfulDeath #CraigKelleyFaultless