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Delivery trucks distribute thousands of packages to homes and businesses in Coweta County every single day. Because of their need for cargo capacity, delivery trucks are big and boxy, and they are more difficult to maneuver around city streets than regular cars. Delivery truck driving requires specialized skills and a special driver’s license, called a …

Truck accidents are responsible for a significant number of injuries in the United States each year, many of which are the result of preventable accidents. In fact, in excess of 100,000 individuals were injured in accidents involving large trucks in 2012 alone. Rear underride accidents are a particularly dangerous type of semi-truck accident as they …

Large commercial semi-trucks are an inevitable part of the freeway experience, as these trucks are necessary to transport literal tons of consumer goods and materials across the country. Because of their large size and cargo capacity, semi-trucks often weigh up to 30 times more than regular passenger vehicles and, therefore, often cause serious damage and …

Truck accidents injure hundreds of thousands of people every year in the United States, according to data published by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). When a truck accident happens due to negligence on the part of the driver or trucking company, injured victims may likely be able to receive compensation for all of …

Tractor trailers are an essential part of the nation’s economy, hauling millions of pounds of freight from place to place each day. As important as semi-trucks are, they are also responsible for thousands of serious injuries each year. Fortunately for victims, people who are injured in Georgia trucking accidents may be able to recover by …

Trucking companies are responsible for the safety of their fleet and operations, which includes ensuring that their drivers are qualified to drive. Semi-trucks can weigh 80,000 pounds and travel at speeds of 70 miles-per-hour, or more, making them extremely destructive in the event of a collision. As a result of these inherent dangers, both state …

According to data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 100,000 people are injured in accidents involving large trucks every year.  Semis and other large trucks are often several times the size and weight of other vehicles on the road, and as a result, require specialized equipment to safely operate. One …

Utility trucks are often referred to as bucket trucks, because they have a boom with a bucket or “cherry-picker” attached.  Telephone, cable, and electric companies often use these trucks to get their employees high into the air to service wires.  Bucket trucks are also used to access the sides of tall buildings, signs, and high …

The trucker’s log book can play a vital role in determining fault. Although a truck driver accident can stem from a variety of circumstances, one of the things a logbook may be able to show is if fatigue was a factor.  These types of cases can get pretty complicated, so speak with the Shane Smith Law in …

The truck driver qualification file may be used as evidence to determine trucking liability. It is usually a good idea to consult accident attorneys in Atlanta first to learn how you should proceed with this type of case. One can never assume that just because an individual is behind the wheel of a big rig, …

Many rural communities rely on large trucks to deliver goods to stock the shelves of their stores and shops.  This means that many large commercial trucks regularly travel for miles on rural highways, instead of on the interstates.  Rural roads pose many more risks and dangers of accidents than interstate highways and accidents are very …

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports an increase in all traffic accidents on and around holidays.  Some of the most dangerous days of the year on the roads were New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.  Truck accidents are no different, as they also tend to spike during …