Trucking companies and truck drivers are subject to complicated federal and state laws and regulations. An experienced Lake Harbin truck accident attorney can evaluate how the laws apply to a victim’s case. The Law Office of Shane Smith can help preserve essential evidence and help victims receive compensation from the truck driver, the trucking company, …
How Jackknife Accidents Can Cause Serious Injuries
Accidents involving 18-wheeler trucks can cause devastating injury to the people involved. The size and weight of these vehicles often make collisions involving trucks much more serious than accidents involving other types of vehicles. Commercial trucks can also be involved in accidents unique to vehicles with a trailer, such as jackknifing accidents. Jackknifing accidents can cause …
How Truck Drivers Can Use Logs to Cover Up Negligence
Commercial truck drivers must follow a long list of regulations set out by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in order to try to ensure safety on the road. However, with millions of truck drivers traveling the highways every day, you may wonder how the FMCSA keeps tabs on whether every driver is following …
How Georgia Truck Accidents Can Be Related to Negligent Hiring Practices
According to the Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Analysis Division, 31 percent of large truck accidents in 2009 were caused by truck driver-related factors including speeding, distracted driving, and failing to maintain the proper lane. If you are the victim of a truck accident it is important to have an experienced truck accident …
Dealing With the Emotional Trauma From a Car Accident
It’s a beautiful day in Atlanta. You are enjoying your day, enjoying your drive, enjoying your life, and suddenly you become a victim of an Atlanta traffic accident. Any near-death experiences can have a deep impact on your life. But, when a day suddenly goes from terrific to tragic, you can have a hard time …
Why You Should Consult a Lawyer Before Accepting an Offer
Georgia auto accident victims may receive prompt settlement offers from the at-fault driver’s insurance company. A victim should not accept a check from the at-fault driver or his insurance company as this may be interpreted as a settlement acceptance and may prevent the victim from receiving additional compensation. A victim should consult with a Clayton County …
How to Preserve Truck Accident Evidence
Preserving truck accident evidence soon after being involved in a crash with a commercial truck is critical, especially if you plan to file a truck accident claim against the responsible party. According to the Georgia Department of Transportation’s 2008 Crash Analysis report, approximately 23,366 accidents involving large trucks — such as tractor trailers, truck tractors …
Truck Guardrail Standards Might Not Be Enough
According to the Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Analysis Division, 31 percent of large truck accidents in 2009 were caused by truck driver-related factors including speeding, distracted driving and failing to maintain the proper lane. If you are the victim of a truck accident it is important to have an experienced attorney who can …
How to Choose a Good Personal Injury Lawyer
If you were injured in an Atlanta traffic accident, the insurance company will want to know who was at fault for the crash. In order to prove liability, your Atlanta car accident lawyer will have to show that the other driver behaved recklessly or broke Georgia motor vehicle laws. Suppose your car is t-boned in Atlanta …
Every 5 Minutes Someone Becomes Permanently Disabled From a Head Injury
Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in the United States. Victims of motor vehicle accidents, through no fault of their own, can be rendered incapable of functioning normally in their day-to-day lives. Traumatic head injuries lead to extended hospital stays. Even after release from medical facilities, victims of head injuries can face …
Truckers Required to Use Extreme Caution in Hazardous Conditions
When an 80,000 lbs. truck collides with a passenger vehicle, the results can often be catastrophic. These kinds of accidents can seriously injure the people involved, causing injuries such as spinal injury, paralysis, traumatic brain injury, burns, loss of limbs, disfigurement, or even death. Due to the inherently dangerous nature of trucking, the industry is …
Federal Government Issues Regulations on Cell Phone Use by Commercial Truck Drivers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration issued a joint rule last year the prohibiting interstate truck and bus drivers from using hand-held cell phones while operating their vehicles. The FMCSA is charged with improving the safety of commercial vehicles and truck drivers through the promulgation of …
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