There are a number of important things to consider in semi-truck lawsuits in Georgia. Seeing big semi-truck accidents in the State of Georgia–especially in Atlanta–is becoming all too common. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or NHTSA, one out of nine highway fatalities on the road involves truck accidents with tractor-trailers. There are […]
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Trucking Companies and Truck Accident Injuries Many people wonder if they can sue for being hit by a semi truck. When big rigs, semi’s, 18-wheelers or any kind of big truck gets involved in a car accident, it may often prove deadly–especially to those people who have smaller vehicles. According to truck accident statistics, there […]
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Roadways across the United States can be extremely dangerous. Thousands of trucking accidents across the nation take place each year, and these accidents can be tragic. Not only can they result in serious injuries, but they can also result in death. Unfortunately, there is no way to predict when one of these serious accidents will […]
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It can be unsafe for anyone with certain medical conditions to be behind the wheel. Not only can that person endanger him- or herself, but they can also put others on the road at risk as well. This is especially true when the driver in question is operating a big rig, 18-wheeler, or other large […]
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 4,761 fatalities due to accidents involving large trucks in 2017. This is the highest number of people killed in this type of accident in the most recent 10-year period. With this number on the rise, it is important to understand exactly what causes these accidents. […]
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Georgia officials are planning to construct a truck-only highway along the 40-mile stretch from Macon to Atlanta. The project would help to reduce congestion, increase safety, and provide for the anticipated increase in truck traffic over the next several years. Sharing the Road Unfortunately, truck-only highways are still a few years away. In the […]
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The Georgia State Patrol says semi-truck drivers are responsible for two deaths on a Dade County highway. Following one deadly crash, in which drugs are suspected to have played a role, there were five more accidents in the same area. The Dade County sheriff is watching the area closely and has warned drivers to use […]
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If you are a victim of a trucking accident, 18-wheeler accident, or tractor-trailer accident, several questions may immediately pop in your mind. You may be wondering who is responsible for the damage caused by the truck accident, who caused the accident, and how can you recover for your damages and pain due to the accident. […]
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