DOT 18-W

Commercial Vehicle Collision Evidence & Timeline Organizer

Offline & Local Only
Evidence Preservation Advisory: Commercial motor carriers are governed by federal 49 CFR safety rules. Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data, Engine Control Module (ECM) black boxes, and in-cab dashcams are routinely overwritten within 7 to 30 days unless a formal legal spoliation hold letter is served. This tool prepares structured documentation for your licensed legal counsel.
Active Logged Items
4 Logged Items
Critical Records Tracked
Consultation Readiness
Ready for Professional Review
Carrier Identified
Preservation Readiness Score
82% - Strong Preservation Status
Spoliation Risk Managed
Primary Recommended Action Preservation Time-Sensitive

1. Collision Profile & Carrier Record

Required for Spoliation Demand

2. Physical Evidence & Telematics Catalog

4 / 6 Preserved

Toggle items as secured, requested, or flagged for formal spoliation notice to update the Evidence Readiness Score.

Quick Add Evidence Item

3. Critical Evidence Preservation Milestones

Federal FMCSR Retention
Day 0 - 2 (Immediate Spoliation Notice)
Serve Formal Preservation Letter on Carrier & Insurer
Demand retention of ECM (black box) engine memory, telematics breadcrumbs, dashcam video, and pre-trip driver DVIR inspection files before routine circular loop overwrite.
Day 3 - 7 (Initial Police & Crash Reports)
Retrieve State TxDOT / Local Police Crash Packet
Request officer field diagram, witness interview notes, CMV Commercial Vehicle supplemental inspection sheet, and toxicology screening results.
Day 8 - 30 (ELD Hours of Service Cutoff)
Secure Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Raw Logs
FMCSR 49 CFR Part 395 requires motor carriers to retain Hours of Service (HOS) logs and supporting fuel/toll receipts for only 6 months, but in-cab units overwrite raw data sooner.
Day 30 - 90 (Carrier Safety Measurement System / SAFER)
FMCSA SAFER Audit & Maintenance History Review
Pull public DOT safety rating, out-of-service violation rates, vehicle maintenance repair logs, and annual brake/tire certified inspection history.

4. Attorney Consultation Questionnaire

Custom Generated

These strategic questions are generated from your entered carrier DOT (1829402) and weather conditions to maximize discussion efficiency during legal consultations.

5. Evidence Briefing Package Output

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