What Are the Most Common Causes of Georgia Truck Accidents?
Truck accidents are often devastating, resulting in serious injuries and even fatalities. If you suffered injuries and losses in a truck accident in Atlanta, never wait to identify the cause and learn how to protect your rights.
At Spaulding Injury Law, we have extensive experience representing truck accident victims. Our team of Atlanta truck accident lawyers will fight for fair compensation against trucking companies and their insurers, so contact us today for your free consultation.
Common Causes of Georgia Truck Accidents
Understanding the causes of truck accidents can help identify who should be liable for the injuries and losses of crash victims. Truck driver negligence is often to blame, though trucking companies and other parties can also share liability.
Here are some of the most common causes of truck accidents in Georgia.
Driver Fatigue
Truck drivers often work long hours and may push themselves to meet demanding delivery schedules. Fatigue can impair their judgment and reaction times, increasing the risk of accidents. Our attorneys can help gather evidence of driver fatigue or hours of service violations and hold the responsible parties accountable.
Distracted Driving
Distractions can be especially dangerous for truck drivers due to the size and weight of their vehicles. Activities such as texting, talking on the phone, eating, or using in-cab technology can divert their attention from the road and lead to accidents. We can investigate and gather evidence if you suspect the truck driver was distracted.
Negligent Maintenance
Commercial trucks require regular maintenance to ensure they are in safe operating condition. Negligent maintenance, such as failing to inspect or repair brakes, tires, or lights properly, can lead to accidents. Our truck accident attorneys can review maintenance records to see if companies cut corners on inspection and repair schedules.
Improper Loading
Improperly loaded or overloaded cargo can cause trucks to become unstable and difficult to handle. This can lead to accidents, especially when navigating turns or sudden stops. If improper loading contributed to your truck accident, our attorneys can identify who was responsible for the loading errors.
Driving Under the Influence
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a significant danger on the roads, including for truck drivers. Intoxicated truck drivers are more likely to cause accidents due to impaired judgment, decreased reaction times, and reckless behavior. If you suspect the truck driver was under the influence, our lawyers can hold drivers and companies accountable.
Contact an Georgia Truck Accident Lawyer Today
After a truck accident in Atlanta, always seek legal guidance to protect your rights and future. At Spaulding Injury Law, our experienced attorneys have a proven track record of helping truck accident victims recover the compensation they deserve.
Call us at 770-744-0896 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation. We understand the complications of truck accident cases and will fight tirelessly to hold the responsible parties accountable. Trust our experience, and let us guide you through the legal process and help you secure the justice and compensation you deserve.
When you become our client at Spaulding Injury Law, you’ll be represented by a thoroughly experienced Atlanta personal injury attorney like Theodore A. Spaulding. For over 15 years, Mr. Spaulding has helped victims of negligence across the state of Georgia resolve personal injury cases, and he’s received a remarkable number of awards and honors from the legal community recognizing his commitment to clients and to the metro-Atlanta area.
Mr. Spaulding has been named one of the Top 100 trial lawyers in Georgia by the National Trial Lawyers for six successive years.
He is honored as a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum ® by the Top Trial Lawyers in America ®.
Charter Member of the Distinguished Justice Advocates.
Member of the Atlanta Bar Association.
