Truck Accident

Research shows that driving while extremely fatigued can have similar effects as a certain level of intoxication from drugs or alcohol. For this reason, driving while fatigued can be extremely dangerous behavior. Fatigued driving is especially dangerous for commercial truck drivers who are often behind the wheel of 80,000 pound vehicles. If these drivers fall …

Commercial truck accidents happen for a wide variety of reasons, many of which involve the truck driver.  Drivers sometimes make irresponsible decisions to participate in behaviors such as distracted driving, fatigued driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, speeding, or failing to obey traffic laws.  Accidents can easily result from any of these …

If a party is unwilling to settle in a case involving truck accidents and injuries, the case may go to trial before a jury of your peers. Trials can be lengthy and costly, though may sometimes be necessary to make sure you receive the full amount you deserve from the responsible party. Generally in a …

Not just anyone can drive a semi truck.  Before they are allowed to drive, truck drivers are required to have special licenses called a commercial driver’s license, or CDL.  If someone is caught driving a semi truck without a CDL, they could face hefty fines up to $7,500 and up to 90 days in jail.  …

Truck accident lawsuits are often significantly more complex that cases involving passenger car accidents. The following are some common questions that truck accident victims—or anyone else—may have regarding truck accident cases. These are only a few questions you may have, and if you have been in an accident, you should always contact an experienced Coweta …

After a truck spill, truck accident liability is a concern for anybody who is involved. It often lies with the driver, although others can be liable, too. Consult a truck accident law firm in Peachtree City to go over the specifics of the accident and for assistance with your case.  Whether traveling on Highway 54 or another …

Following a truck accident, victims often need to focus on seeking medical treatment and recovering from their injuries for some time. Though health should be your first priority, if the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, you also likely deserve to recover financially from the responsible party. While an experienced Moreland truck accident lawyer …

While any type of truck accident can be serious, some are more catastrophic than others. Under certain circumstances, a post-accident truck driver test must be done.The results of such testing may help prove liability and be used as evidence. For help with your case, speak to a Georgia truck accident lawyer — (980) 246-2656 Requirements …

Semi-truck accidents have the potential to cause serious injury to people involved in them. They are an unfortunate reality of highway driving, and the risk of truck accidents cannot be completely eliminated. Fortunately for victims of truck accidents, Georgia law allows people to recover for injuries caused by negligence through a personal injury lawsuit. A …

One of the main causes of commercial truck accidents is texting while driving. The federal truck driver rules established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration have a specific regulation stating that truck drivers are not allowed to text while operating a commercial motor vehicle.Simply claiming that a truck driver was texting while driving may not be enough to serve …

Yes, there are trucking regulations pertaining to the number of hours a truck driver can drive per day, and these are regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These rules may help to avoid driver fatigue; truckers who drive while fatigued may increase the risk of big rig accidents in Atlanta and throughout …

How Do I Know If My Recovery Includes Punitive Damages I Georgia Truck Accident Attorney Based on recent statistics, there have been nearly 31,000 reckless Gwinnett County truck accidents and many other passenger vehicle accidents throughout Georgia. Based on these statistics and countless others, you never know when you might be the victim of a …