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If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a semi-truck, 18-wheeler, or any commercial truck, it is critical to hire an experienced Atlanta, GA truck accident lawyer as soon as possible.
Why the Timing Matters
Within minutes after a crash, trucking companies often send their own investigators to the accident scene. These professionals are trained to protect the interests of the trucking company and work quickly to gather information—often with the goal of minimizing or disputing injury claims.
If you don’t have an attorney on your side right away, crucial evidence at the accident scene—like tire skid marks, debris, or damage—could be lost before it’s properly documented. Early legal representation ensures your attorney can begin a thorough investigation immediately.
Protecting Key Evidence
An experienced trucking attorney will also:
- Demand in writing that the trucking company preserve important evidence, such as driver logs that show where the truck driver was before the accident.
- Obtain results of any drug and alcohol tests administered after the crash.
- Secure electronic data from the truck itself, which can provide vital details like the truck’s speed at the time of the collision and how long the driver had been on the road.
This electronic data is often stored in the truck’s onboard computer and can be destroyed or lost if not requested promptly.
Don’t Risk Losing Your Claim’s Value
If an attorney doesn’t act quickly, this critical information can be lost forever—significantly reducing the strength and value of your injury claim.
How Council & Associates Can Help
I’m Lashonda Council Rogers with Council & Associates, LLC. We are dedicated to helping you achieve the best possible outcome, whether through settlement or at trial.
For a free confidential consultation or case review, contact us immediately. We fight for our clients because Our Firm Cares.