The American Trucking Association (ATA) estimates that there are roughly 3.5 million truck drivers on American Roadways. While this may seem like a large number, there has actually been a shortage of truck drivers for the past 15 years. With a decrease in the number of truck drivers comes an increase in consumer pricing and supplier costs. For the U.S. to keep up with demands, the ATA suggests that there would need to be 90,000 new drivers a year for the next 10 years.
There are a few reasons why truck driving has experienced this extended slump, including:
- Older Age
The average truck drivers age is 55, which is over 10 years older than other similar industries. As these drivers retire, younger drivers just aren’t taking their place.
- The Lifestyle
There is a stereotype of what a trucking lifestyle is, and it is often portrayed as undesirable. Extended time on the road, cramped living, time away from friends and family, and the physical nature of the job can be a huge deterrent, even with the median average wage being $4,000 more than the wage of most jobs.
- Stereotypically a Man’s Job
When you think of truck driving, you think of it being a “men only” type of job. Only about 6% of women are truck drivers even though they make up 47% of the U.S. workforce.
We at America’s Consumer Lawyer are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in an accident with a large truck, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident due to another driver’s negligence, contact America’s Consumer Lawyer for a free consultation. Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people and not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, and your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
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