Roadrunner Transportation Services: A History of Misconduct and Mistreatment

Roadrunner Transportation Services is a shipping company based out of Milwaukee, IL, in transportation since 1984. However, time and experience only sometimes bring excellent management out of a company, and this is not one of those times. Though Roadrunner touts that they value safety, intelligence, and community above all on their “about us” page, their employees express anything but that. Many from Roadrunner Transportation have stated that the company failed them in numerous ways.

Understanding the issues of Roadrunner Transportation

All testimonies below are from previous employees of Roadrunner Transportation who posted on Indeed regarding the company’s state:

Extremely taxing for operators, and drivers get very little to no sleep.
Repairs and Maintenance are preformed sometimes, but the operator will be asked to fix the vehicle in most others.
A quote from a past employee says, “If you can stay in college, avoid this company. The company treats you like a number. The trucks are poorly maintained, and the trailers are drop and hook with bad tires and brake problems. Suspension problems!”

As well as this, management is only one of many problems; the metric by which trucks and/or drivers are allowed onto the road is also as critical an issue. According to the statistics provided by Quick Transport Solutions, there were 9 crashes in the year 2023, 4 of which caused injuries upon crashing. In 2022, the number of hits was 15, 6 of which caused injuries, totaling 24 accidents in less than 2 years. As can be seen from these statistics, crashes occur with Roadrunner Transportation and are being treated as a cost of doing business, even while people’s lives are being affected. They do not seem to mind if the drivers and people they affect suffer, as showcased by this company’s only increasing rate of accidents. This lack of care shows that this company’s trucks are insufficient, or the people that operate them must be adequately trained. As such, these trucks are likely inadequate in many other ways, likely including braking and suspension, as the testimonials from past workers suggest. Roadrunner Transportation looks to cut costs in many ways, not limited to the safety of their employees and other civilians they drive with.

Injuries/Symptoms

According to the Mayo Clinic, Brain injuries can be classified as such:

Mild Traumatic Brain injuries

Headaches
Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue or drowsiness
Problems with speech
Dizziness or loss of balance

Sensory symptoms

Sensory problems, such as blurred vision, ringing in the ears, a foul taste in the mouth, or changes in the ability to smell
Sensitivity to light or sound

Cognitive, behavioral, or mental symptoms

Loss of consciousness for a few seconds to a few minutes
No loss of consciousness but a state of being dazed, confused, or disoriented
Memory or concentration problems
Mood changes or mood swings
Feeling depressed or anxious
Difficulty sleeping
Sleeping more than usual

Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injury:

Physical symptoms

Loss of consciousness from several minutes to hours
Persistent headache or headache that worsens
Repeated vomiting or nausea
Convulsions or seizures
Dilation of one or both pupils of the eyes
Clear fluids draining from the nose or ears
Inability to awaken from sleep
Weakness or numbness in fingers and toes
Loss of coordination
Profound confusion
Agitation, combativeness, or other unusual behavior
Slurred speech
Coma and other disorders of consciousness

When children are involved in an accident, ensure to look for their symptoms as well, including but not limited to:

Change in eating or nursing habits
Unusual or easy irritability
Persistent crying and inability to be consoled
Difference in one’s ability to pay attention
Change in sleep habits
Seizures
Sad or depressed mood
Drowsiness
Loss of interest in favorite toys or activities

References

(2022b). Retrieved from https://www.shiproadrunnerfreight.com/roadrunners-guiding-principles/
(N.d.-a). Retrieved from https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Roadrunner-46b926ca/reviews?fjobtitle=Truck+Driver
(N.d.-a). Retrieved from https://www.thetruckersreport.com/co/roadrunner-transportation.585/reviews
(N.d.-a). Retrieved from https://www.quicktransportsolutions.com/truckingcompany/wisconsin/roadrunner-transportation-services-inc-usdot-242009.php
(2022b). Retrieved from https://aica.com/we-treat/injuries/semi-truck-accident/
(N.d.-a). Retrieved from https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/query.asp?query_type=queryCarrierSnapshot&query_param=USDOT&query_string=213754

If you or someone yo know has been involved in an accident with Roadrunner Transportation, Kash Legal Group can help!

Step 1: Ensure your safety or the safety of your loved one

Regardless of whether the accident happened recently, always ensure you receive a medical examination after the incident to ensure your health and safety.

Step 2: Collect the Evidence

Whether or not you should choose to work with Kash Legal, ensure you collect photos and as much evidence as possible both at the scene of the accident and at the hospital. Doing so will provide evidential images and documents your lawyer will use, making it easier to prevail in court. Kash Legal has already won in court against Roadrunner Transportation, and providing us with ample evidence makes it easier to accomplish that goal.

Step 3: Contact Kash Legal Group

Should Kash Legal Personal Injury Attorney be the group you choose to work with, you will contact our offices for answers and advice. You will also be asked some general questions to generate a timeline of your accident. Once the initial questions have been answered, our lawyers will begin constructing a winning strategy based on the context and events we receive from you. This process take some time, as navigating the Personal Injury field is tentative. However, you can rest assured Kash Legal Group will fight tooth and nail for your rights. While waiting for the resolution/conclusion of a case can be one of the most complex parts of the process, feel free to call our offices if your have any questions about the status of your case. We will be happy to help!