Since trucking companies are highly regulated, a great deal of information may be obtained from the Federal Government. MCS-90 endorsements may show insurance limits, information on safety ratings and roadside inspections may also be obtained. This information  can be very helpful and experienced trucking lawyers request this information as a matter of course.

A FOIA request for trucking company information can be made online at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/foia/foia-request.htm 

You can also see the entire DOT FOIA web page here: http://www.dot.gov/foia/index.html 

I will be happy to supply my firms standard FOIA letter, which requests detailed specific information from the federal government regarding trucking companies, to anyone who wishes a copy. Please send me an email through the "contact" screen.