Because of the immense size differential between semis and the cars we drive, truck accidents are among the most dangerous accidents on our roadways—and the occupants of the smaller vehicle involved are far more vulnerable to serious injuries in these accidents. While the trucking industry and truck drivers themselves must comply with strict rules and regulations related to safety—including precise hours-of-service restrictions—these entities are not always above running their trucks outside of the bounds of safety to keep up with demand and to ensure increased profits.