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Here are a few ways you may be able to prove that truck driver negligence was the cause of your accident:
 

• results from a breathalyzer or drug test;
• logbook (electronic or paper);
• black box;
• police report;
• testimony from witnesses;
• photographs of the accident scene/damaged vehicles;
• cell phone records; and
• violation of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.

Any one of these types of evidence may help prove that a truck driver was negligent, such as being under the influence or talking on a cell phone while driving. Or a witness may be able to testify that he or she saw the driver cut in front of you.

There are so many different types of truck driver negligence that could result in an accident. If you were the victim, you may be entitled to compensation that addresses your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. 

After You Have Been Injured in a Georgia Truck Accident

When you or someone you love has sustained serious injuries caused by someone else’s negligence in a Georgiatruck accident, you should know what your rights are. The law offices of Shane Smith can provide you with valuable tips on how to protect your case, free of charge including:  10 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Georgia Wreck Case and Property Damage Guide for Georgia. Contact our offices at 1-770-HURT-999 (1-770-487-8999).
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                  PE, Jr. also decided they needed a LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  PE, Jr. hired LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 2/17/2012 at Dallis St @ Callaway Ave in the city of LaGrange in Troup County.  They were t-boned by a GMC Suburban.  The LaGrange police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  PE, Jr. had to seek medical care after the accident.  PE, Jr. is continuing treatment.
]]> http://www.shanesmithlaw.com/blog/lagrange%2Dpassenger%2Dinjured%2Din%2Dt%2Dbone%2Dlagrange%2Dauto%2Daccident%2Ecfm www.shanesmithlaw.com-77372 Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, was recently hired to help TH who was hurt in a LaGrange slip and fall incident, which is in Troup County.  TH was hurt and needed to see a doctor.

                  TH also decided they needed a LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  TH hired LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The incident occurred on 3/18/2012 at 905 Juniper Street in the city of LaGrange in Troup County.  They were injured in a slip and fall. TH had to seek medical care after the accident.  TH is continuing treatment.
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Here are some of the arguments the insurance company may use against you:
 

• Your injuries are exaggerated.
• Immediate medical attention wasn’t sought.
• You refused to be treated at the scene of the accident.
• After receiving treatment in the emergency room, you waited too long to see your doctor.
• Emergency room records don’t indicate complaints of pain that you now experience.
• You missed doctor appointments.
• There was a failure to follow medical advice.
• Medical records indicate you have pre-existing conditions.

The most common one of these arguments used is that your pre-existing conditions are the reason for your pain and other complications. Even if you did suffer a previous injury, if it was made worse by the accident, you still may have the right to be compensated. 

After You Have Been Injured in an Atlanta Car Accident

When you or someone you love has sustained serious injuries caused by someone else’s negligence in an Atlantacar accident, you should know what your rights are. The law offices of Shane Smith can provide you with valuable tips on how to protect your case, free of charge including:  10 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Georgia Wreck Case and Property Damage Guide for Georgia. Contact our offices at 1-770-HURT-999 (1-770-487-8999).
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                  KM also decided they needed a LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company. KM hired LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 1/13/2012 at Lafayette Pkwy @ Union St in the city of LaGrange in Troup County.  They were rear-ended by a Dodge Caravan.  The LaGrange police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  KM had to seek medical care after the accident.  KM is continuing treatment.
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                  KLS also decided they needed a Loganville Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  KLS hired Loganville Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 1/23/2012 at Loganville Hwy SR 20 @ Willowwind Dr in the city of Loganville in Gwinnett County.  They were rear-ended by a Dodge Caliber.  The Gwinnett County police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  KLS had to seek medical care after the accident.  KLS is continuing treatment.
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Having the right amount of coverage can protect others, if you are found to be liable, and it can protect you if someone else’s negligence was the cause of your accident.

Liability coverage is required for all drivers in Georgia, with these minimum amounts:
 

• $25,000 property damage;
• $25,000 injury/death of one person; and
• $50,000 injury/death of more than one person.

Although these are the minimum amounts of car insurance coverage required, it is a good idea to carry more. The reason is that if you are found to be liable for an accident and your policy limits are less than the damages, you will be responsible for the difference.

It is also a good idea to find ways you can protect yourself in the event someone else is liable for a car accident. There are 4 types of car insurance that motorists should understand so that a decision can be made as to which types of coverage would be best to carry. 

After You Have Been Injured in an Atlanta Car Accident

When you or someone you love has sustained serious injuries caused by someone else’s negligence in an Atlantacar accident, you should know what your rights are. The law offices of Shane Smith can provide you with valuable tips on how to protect your case, free of charge including:  10 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Georgia Wreck Case and Property Damage Guide for Georgia. Contact our offices at 1-770-HURT-999 (1-770-487-8999).
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                  VN, Jr. also decided they needed a Mableton Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  VN, Jr. hired Mableton Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 1/11/2012 at I‑285 Expy @ Cobb Pky in the city of Mableton in Cobb County.  They were rear-ended by a Saturn Ion.  The Cobb County police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  VN, Jr. had to seek medical care after the accident.  VN, Jr. is continuing treatment.
]]> http://www.shanesmithlaw.com/blog/mableton%2Dpassenger%2Dinjured%2Din%2Drear%2Dend%2Dcobb%2Dcounty%2Dautomobile%2Daccident%2Ecfm www.shanesmithlaw.com-77367 Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT When someone else’s reckless behavior, such as a drunk driver car accident, causes you to suffer serious injuries then you may have the right to seek compensation. An Atlanta personal injury attorney can explain your rights. 

The impact on a victim can be difficult physically and emotionally. However there are also costly complications that can be suffered. Not only are there the medical costs to treat these seizures but some people may not even be helped by treatment.

This can lead to reduced earnings or even permanent disability. In addition, if there is any delay in treatment there may be consequences such as brain damage or even death. The cost to care for a brain injury can be significant.

When you have suffered any type of loss or incurred expenses after developing seizures from a truck accident, you may have the right to recover damages. These damages can include not only your economical losses (medical bills, lost earnings) but other losses such as:
 

• disability;
• mental anguish; and
• reduced quality of life.

 
Seeking Legal Help from an Atlanta Personal Injury Attorney

The law offices of Shane Smith believe you should know your rights when you have been injured by a drunk driver in a truck accident, which is why they make available to you these helpful books: 10 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Georgia Wreck Case and Property Damage Guide for Georgia. Don’t hesitate to contact our office when you or someone you love has sustained serious injuries caused by the negligence of another. Contact our offices at 1-770-HURT-999 (1-770-487-8999). 
]]> http://www.shanesmithlaw.com/blog/atlanta%2Dtruck%2Daccident%2Dcostly%2Dcomplications%2Dof%2Dseizures%2Das%2Da%2Dresult%2Ecfm www.shanesmithlaw.com-81208 Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Peachtree City Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, was recently hired to help CG who was hurt in a Peachtree City car accident, which is in Fayette County.  CG was hurt and needed to see a doctor.

                  CG also decided they needed a Peachtree City Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  CG hired Peachtree City Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 1/31/2012 at Hwy 54 @ Petrol Point in the city of Peachtree City in Fayette County.  They were rear-ended by a Honda Accord.  The Peachtree City police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  CG had to seek medical care after the accident.  CG is continuing treatment.
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                  AF also decided they needed a Commerce Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  AF hired Commerce Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 12/7/2011 at SR 106 @ Stone Stewart Rd in Madison County.  They hit a bull head-on.  The Georgia State Patrol investigated.  AF had to seek medical care after the accident.  AF is continuing treatment.
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                  AB also decided they needed a Griffin Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  AB hired Griffin Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 11/2/2010 at W. County Road in Upson County.  They were rear-ended by a Jeep Cherokee.  The Georgia State Patrol investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  AB had to seek medical care after the accident.  AB is continuing treatment.
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                  LF also decided they needed a LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  LF hired LaGrange Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 3/27/2012 at Lukken Ind Dr @ Whitesville Road in the city of LaGrange in Troup County.  They were hit head-on by a Mitsubishi Gallant.  The LaGrange police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  LF had to seek medical care after the accident.  LF is continuing treatment.
]]> http://www.shanesmithlaw.com/blog/a%2Dlagrange%2Ddriver%2Dinjured%2Din%2Dhead%2Don%2Dlagrange%2Dautomobile%2Daccident%2Ecfm www.shanesmithlaw.com-78953 Fri, 11 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Atlanta truck accident is often severe or fatal. Trucks are at risk of jackknifing, rolling over and other dangers. If you or someone you love was seriously or fatally injured in Atlanta, contact a truck accident attorney to discuss your case. You may be able to file a claim against the driver. 

Here are 6 things to watch out for that may help prevent an accident with a truck in Atlanta
 

• bind spots (be aware of the truck’s blind spots as the driver may not be able to see you);
• distance between your car and the big-rig in front of you (keep enough space in the event the truck must suddenly brake);
• aggressive driving (speeding, cutting in front of vehicles, not using a signal, frequent lane changes);
• distracted driving (driver talking on the phone or appears to be engaged in something other than the road in front of them);
• trucks making wide right turns; and
• construction/work zones where trucks may be present.

Although these tips can help keep you from being the victim of serious injuries from an accident involving a commercial vehicle, it doesn’t mean that the truck driver will practice safe driving. If you or someone you love is in an accident, collect as much evidence as you can to help prove your claim if you’re eligible.
 
Seeking Legal Help after an Atlanta Truck Accident

Learning about your rights after being injured in a truck accident is important. You should know what legal options are available and how best to pursue a claim against a negligent driver.

One way to learn about your rights is to read our books which provide helpful tips for injury victims: 10 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Georgia Wreck Case and Property Damage Guide for Georgia. In addition, you may wish to speak with an attorney at the law offices of Shane Smith. Don’t hesitate to contact our office when you have been seriously injured. Call 1-770-HURT-999 (1-770-487-8999).
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                  JR also decided they needed a Sharpsburg Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  JR hired Sharpsburg Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 5/4/2012 at GA 154 @ Glenda Trc in the city of Newnan in Coweta County.  They were rear-ended by a Volkswagen Jetta.  The Newnan police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  JR had to seek medical care after the accident.  JR is continuing treatment.
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                  MR also decided they needed a Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  MR hired Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 3/3/2012 at Covington Hwy @ Glenwood Rd in DeKalb County.  They were a passenger that rear-ended a Lincoln Navigator.  The DeKalb County police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  MR had to seek medical care after the accident.  MR is continuing treatment.
]]> http://www.shanesmithlaw.com/blog/atlanta%2Dpassenger%2Dinjured%2Din%2Drear%2Dend%2Ddekalb%2Dcounty%2Dauto%2Daccident%2Ecfm www.shanesmithlaw.com-77310 Thu, 10 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Milledgeville Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, was recently hired to help CR who was hurt in a Milledgeville car accident, which is in Baldwin County.  CR was hurt and needed to see a doctor.

                  CR also decided they needed a Milledgeville Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  CR hired Milledgeville Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 4/9/2012 at N Jefferson St @ E Hall St in the city of Milledgeville in Baldwin County.  They were rear-ended by a Toyota 4Runner.  The Milledgeville police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  CR had to seek medical care after the accident.  CR is continuing treatment.
]]> http://www.shanesmithlaw.com/blog/milledgeville%2Ddriver%2Dinjured%2Din%2Drear%2Dend%2Dmilledgeville%2Dautomobile%2Daccident%2Ecfm www.shanesmithlaw.com-79789 Thu, 10 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT Decatur Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, was recently hired to help GR who was hurt in a DeKalb County car accident.  GR was hurt and needed to see a doctor.

                  GR also decided they needed a Decatur Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  GR hired Decatur Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 4/25/2012 at 4748 Covington Hwy @ Glenwood Rd in Dekalb County.  They were t-boned by a Dodge Durango.  The DeKalb County police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  GR had to seek medical care after the accident.  GR is continuing treatment GR.
]]> http://www.shanesmithlaw.com/blog/decatur%2Ddriver%2Dinjured%2Din%2Dt%2Dbone%2Ddekalb%2Dcounty%2Dautomobile%2Daccident%2Ecfm www.shanesmithlaw.com-81023 Thu, 10 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT wrongful death claim in Georgia, you must show that you have a connection to the deceased, either by family relationship or legal appointment. In Georgia, there is a hierarchy as to who is first eligible to file this type of claim, which include: 

• surviving spouse;
• surviving children;
• surviving parents;
• next of kin; and
• the estate of the deceased. 

When there are multiple children or other eligible parties seeking to file the claim, it can complicate matters very quickly. It is in your family’s best interest to work with a personal injury attorney who focuses on wrongful death claims to help minimize the stress of filing the claim in Georgia courts. 

It is important to remember that just because a single party files the claim does not mean that person will receive the entire settlement. A wrongful death settlement may have stipulations that a certain amount of compensation goes to the spouse and is divided among the other dependents.

Each case is different, meaning there is no one answer on how to deal with filing a wrongful death claim. Your best option is to consult an attorney to determine the critical information needed to resolve a case of this magnitude.

When It’s Time to Talk to a Georgia Personal Injury Attorney

The unexpected loss of a loved one due to a catastrophic accident is never an easy situation to deal with. During this difficult time it’s easy to get frustrated with your circumstances – your family didn’t deserve to suffer due to the negligence of another!

At The Law Offices of Shane Smith we help the families of accident victims seek justice after they’ve suffered losses due to another’s negligence. We have helped victims in Atlanta and the surrounding areas with cases of accidents caused by negligent drivers or other accidents resulting in fatal injury.

Before making the decision to hire an attorney, request a copy of our FREE eBooks on DUI car accidents, property damage and what to avoid in a Georgia car accident claim. Our guides contain valuable information on how to handle filing a wrongful death claim on behalf of your loved one. When you’re ready to get started on your claim, contact us to set up a FREE consultation with an Atlanta personal injury attorney – 1-770-487-8999.
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                  KB also decided they needed a Toccoa Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company.  KB hired Toccoa Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, to represent them.

                  The car accident occurred on 4/27/2012 at Wayside St @ Level Grove Rd in the city of Cornelia in Habersham County.  They were a passenger in a vehicle that rear-ended a Chevrolet Impala.  The Cornelia police department investigated and found the defendant was at fault.  KB had to seek medical care after the accident.  KB is continuing treatment.
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