Thousands of big rigs are involved in motor vehicle accidents each year around the country, and many of them give rise to personal injury lawsuits. To prevail in one of these cases, a Georgia accident victim must be able to establish that either a truck driver or...
Preparation Is Critical To Your Case
Preparation Is Critical To Your Case
Truck Accidents
Preventing truck driver fatigue
Truck driver fatigue is a serious and often overlooked problem in the Georgia transportation industry. Despite the significant dangers it poses to truck drivers and other road users, many trucking companies and drivers still prioritize meeting delivery deadlines over...
The aftermath of a truck accident for the driver
Truck drivers are responsible for transporting goods and materials across the country, making them an essential part of the economy. However, due to the nature of their job, truck drivers in Georgia are often at risk of accidents on the road. Emergency medical...
Trucking maintenance concerns
Truck drivers may face additional responsibilities when traveling on their Georgia routes. A moving violation could lead to a multi-car collision that leaves victims fighting for their lives. However, even a careful driver might become involved in a crash when...
Improper and excessive truck loading troubles
A truck could become involved in a collision for many reasons, with driver fatigue being a common one. Speeding and other reckless acts might lead to disaster on a Georgia highway. Fellow travelers on Peach State highways may worry about how a driver operates a truck,...
Common causes of truck accidents in Georgia
Georgia drivers know how devastating any motor vehicle accident can be. With that being said, truck accidents tend to have a heavier impact due to their sheer size. Most truck companies and truck drivers take every precaution possible to prevent accidents. Even the...
When do most major trucking accidents occur?
Accidents involving large trucks in Georgia are among the type of motor vehicle incidents that get the most publicity, often because of the severity of the injuries suffered by victims. These accidents tend to occur in rural areas or on interstate highways, but they...
Finding the main causes of trucking accidents
Truck accidents are mainly caused by driver errors that vary from lack of performance to overperformance. The other main causes are mechanical failures, minimal safety training and a lack of company responsibility. There are several considerations to make in order to...
Steps to take after being involved in a Georgia truck accident
Trucks regularly travel across Georgia, which can put residents at risk of catastrophic accidents if something goes wrong. It’s important to take certain steps after being injured in a truck accident. Remain at the scene but get to safety If you’re able to get to...
The facts of truck accident liability
When a truck accident occurs on the highway, it's rarely a minor incident. Whether it's a semi-truck or a heavy-duty vehicle, the injuries sustained can be life-threatening, especially when the collision is with a passenger vehicle. It's important for Georgia drivers...