In this powerful episode of Road to Recovery, renowned trial attorney Sagi Shaked about negligent hiring practices in the trucking industry. Sagi breaks down the legal implications when trucking companies hire unqualified or dangerous drivers and the devastating consequences that can result. The conversation explores what companies are legally required to check, how to prove negligence in court, and what families should do if they suspect a trucking company is responsible for a catastrophic crash.

00:01 – Episode Introduction

00:53 – What is Negligent Hiring?

02:06 – Required Background Checks and Legal Qualifications

04:12 – Why Trucking Companies May Skip Safety Protocols

05:06 – Legal Consequences for Hiring Dangerous Drivers

07:06 – Proving a Company Knew a Driver Was Dangerous

09:12 – Case Example: Negligent Training vs. Negligent Hiring

11:39 – Can the Trucking Company Be Sued if the Driver Isn't at Fault?

12:20 – Role of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

14:04 – How Victims Receive Compensation

15:28 – Advice for Families Impacted by Negligent Hiring

17:14 – The Bigger Mission: Safer Roads Through Accountability

Road to Recovery is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the truth behind trucking accidents and advocating for victims and their families. Top trial lawyer Sagi Shaked of Shaked Law, each episode delivers expert insight into legal strategy, safety regulation, and real-world justice for those harmed by negligent practices on America’s roads.