Colorado drivers.... question 2 of 2

Oh, they socked it to that punk, he was charged with 40 counts, including vehicular homicide and assault. He faces decades in prison. I don't know if the company was charged, as it was determined he was responsible for the brake failure.

 

Still winding it's way through the courts

 

Since when is it a problem, It is in the DOT book of regs. But is not enforced, never been, never will be.There have been several multi-fatality accidents, the lawsuits have been in the millions. Many have been on dry roads, a simple heads up on the C B would have avoided the accident.

 

Not sure, turns out, I believe this kid was here on a 6 month visa, he had some training, but made poor choices. The equipment wasn't faulty, and I don't think the company did any wrongdoing. He was observed driving erratically before the hill, bypassed 2 (?) runaway ramps, and basically froze and just "rode it out". The companies have to fill the seats, and can only do so much. Colorado has a strict inspection program, more so after the crash, and watches the trucks pretty close. We, as a country, learned nothing from the crash,,,or so it seems.

 

They didn't find any brakes out of adjustment?

 

GM Guys! Was he driving manual or automatic?

 

speaking and comprehending english nor being a citizen has been a requirement since 2012. The written skills test can be taking in spanish if you request it. They will give the physical driving test with a bilingual testor upon appointment request.

If someone weren’t paying attention to the legislation being passed by the president at that time then this is a huge suprise to someone now.