The Atlanta area received more than 52 inches of rainfall in 2017 and an average of 49.71 inches each year for the past 30 years. Rain can surprise us at any time in Georgia, and it is important to always prepare for a sudden storm. This includes understanding how to adjust your driving and how […]

When examining the cause of a truck accident, you may wonder whether the truck driver had a lapse in judgment or made another error to cause the crash. Such errors can include texting while driving, impaired driving, speeding, and more. However, you may not consider the possible role of a driver health issue in the […]

Catastrophic injuries sustained in a car or truck accident can leave you seriously incapacitated for a long period of time. Consequently, you may need to take time off work to complete your medical treatment—or simply to rest and recover from your injuries. If you have sustained a catastrophic injury in an accident that was not […]

Truck accidents are both dangerous and terrifying—even without going through the experience, you get that. The devastating effects of a truck accident obviously can damage your life—but not always in predictable ways. In fact, even experienced lawyers may have trouble adequately quantifying the aftereffects of accidents involving 18-wheelers. Many victims find that such accidents alter […]

Truck accidents are among the most horrific accidents on the road. If you were injured in a truck accident, you are no doubt traumatized and at a loss for where to turn and what to do next. First, obtain immediate medical attention, then retain experienced legal counsel to help protect both your rights and your […]

Construction zones are a common sight on our Atlanta area roads and highways. While road construction is much needed to improve the quality of our roadways, it can be a dangerous place for construction workers and passenger vehicle occupants who must share these tight spaces with huge 80,000 pound trucks. The slow speed and bottlenecks […]

Most people understand the importance of maintaining the brakes on their vehicles and not driving their vehicles if the brakes are not working right. That’s just common sense. It would seem a no-brainer to expect truckers and trucking companies to take these practical rules more seriously given the catastrophic injuries or fatalities that can result […]

Let’s face it; any accident involving an 80,000-pound truck is scary. Unfortunately, these accidents can injure many motorists—causing catastrophic injuries and even death. However, if you are a victim of one of these horrific accidents you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering from the trucker, trucking […]

Devastating injuries, deaths, and property damage can all be the consequences when a trucker causes a deadly rollover accident. While they may not be as common as other types of crashes, the results can be more horrific. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), 3,424 people were killed and 82,000 people injured in […]

Not all accidents are the same. If you were hurt in a wreck caused by a trucker, you may assume that your case will be similar to one involving passenger vehicles. However, this is simply not true. Truck accidents are much more likely to cause its victims to suffer life-altering injuries or death. According to […]