Many people in the Atlanta area enjoy sports as a source of exercise and recreation. Unfortunately, any physical activity presents participants with some risk of injury, and sports are no exception. Those who play sports may potentially sustain physical injuries which can range from minor cuts and scrapes to more serious injuries such as traumatic …
3 Reasons Truckers Fall Asleep and Cause Accidents
While most people are aware of the dangers drunken driving presents, some people, including many commercial truck drivers, are in denial about the dangers of drowsy driving. However, as many studies have found, when truckers drive sleepy, it impairs their ability to drive safely—similar to levels of having a BAC of .08. Even a second …
Truck Accident Negligence and Liable Parties
An Atlanta truck accident can involve not only the driver but other individuals or entities that may play a part in the liability.In order to learn who may be responsible for the injuries you have sustained, a truck accident attorney can help by first determining if your claim for compensation is valid and what types of damages you …
10 Tips for Staying Safe on the Road
Accidents aren’t only inconvenient, they are dangerous. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were approximately 6 million car crashes in the United States. Of these 6 million crashes, 30 percent resulted in injuries and 1 percent in death. These are frightening consequences of an accident. To protect yourself against these consequences, consider these …
Tips for Truck Accident Prevention
The fourth tip that can help prevent you from becoming the victim of an Atlanta truck accident is to never cut in front of a truck. Because of the size and weight of a truck, having to make a sudden stop can be much more difficult than it is with a passenger car.Trucks that have to …
Using On-Board Recording Devices as Evidence in Truck Accidents
Automatic onboard recording devices can be used as truck accident evidence, which may help show if trucking regulations were violated or if there were factors that contributed to a crash. For help in obtaining this and other records that may be useful to your case, contact an accident attorney in Peachtree City at Shane Smith Law. A …
10 Types of Data for Your Personal Injury Case
When a truck driver makes the decision to violate the driving time restrictions and drive over their daily limits they can become fatigued to the point where they are a hazard to others on the road. To keep track of a truck driver’s record of duty the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires that commercial …
Elements in a Driver Qualification Profile
An Atlanta truck accident attorney may suggest requesting a copy of the driver’s Driver Qualification File (DQF) after a truck accident to use as evidence in a claim. The DQF also includes: Road test results and copies of driver’s licenses – To become licensed, a driver must pass a road test. The certification that they …
Using Driver Qualifications as Evidence in a Truck Accident Case
Car accidents can wreak havoc on your life, inflicting injuries, damaging your vehicle, and even causing death. Imagine how much worse it can be in a truck accident, one involving a large 18-wheeler, semi, or another transport vehicle. The dangers and damages could increase tenfold simply due to the sheer size of the autos involved. …
How a Truck Accident Lawyer Can Deal With Insurance Companies
Finding help from an Atlanta truck accident lawyer can help when dealing with insurance companies and truck accident injuries. When there is an accident with a commercial vehicle involved, many insurance companies may also be involved. Each insurance company wants to ensure they aren’t made liable for the damages. Understanding why there may be so many insurance companies …
Aggressive Truck Drivers Put Motorists At Risk
Truck drivers and trucking companies earn their living transporting goods and materials all over the country. As they are in the business of moving cargo from place to place, they are often incentivized to get more products to their destination as quickly as possible. While there are federal and state regulations in place aimed at …
Injuries Children Can Get in School Bus Accidents
It’s just the beginning of the school year and already school bus accidents have been reported in many states including Nebraska, Florida, New Jersey, and Texas. It seems like every year there are more children getting injured in school bus crashes around this nation than ever before. While there are more school buses and cars …
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