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Semi-trucks are the largest vehicles that you will encounter while driving in the state of Georgia. Because of their size and weight, they can cause a significant amount of damage if they crash into other vehicles on the road.
Passengers inside the other vehicles will likely suffer serious injuries from the impact of the collision in a truck accident, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, fractured bones, and internal injuries. Luckily, these victims may be able to take legal action against the parties that have caused the truck accident and them harm.
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How our Truck Accident Lawyers in Gwinnett County Can Help?
Spaulding Injury Law personal injury attorneys can help by:
- Conducting in-depth investigations of liability for your truck accident.
- Collecting probatory evidence for your truck accident.
- Seeking witnesses and gathering statements and evidence for the case.
- Talking with the insurance companies.
- Negotiating with the insurance company to secure fair settlements.
- Representing you at trial if needed (when a fair settlement cannot be reached)
Why Choose A Centerville Truck Accident Lawyers?
- Voted Among the Best Personal Injury Firms in Gwinnett County 6 Years in a Row by Gwinnett Magazine.
- Founder and lead trial attorney, Theodore Spaulding, and the entire team at Spaulding Injury law provide the utmost in customer service to and relentless effort for each of their clients which is why Mr. Spaulding and his team are considered among the best lawyers in Gwinnett County.
- As one of the top law firms in the area, we provide honest and aggressive Lawrenceville truck accident lawyers and work to get you the maximum amount of compensation.
- Our award-winning law firm does not charge you for our legal services unless you are awarded compensation.
- A Lawrenceville GA personal injury attorney from our team reviews your case during a free consultation and then provides you with sound legal advice
Multiple Parties Can be Liable for Truck Crashes
When it comes to a truck accident, several parties can be responsible. Most commonly, it is the actions of the heavy vehicle driver that lead to a truck accident. While the semi-truck driver can get hurt, no one will absorb the impact more than the car driver. The driver of the smaller vehicle and their passengers can suffer serious injuries and even instant death.
You might be able to file a truck accident claim if a truck driver’s negligence caused your accident. Speak with a Lawrenceville truck accident lawyer about your potential claim.
How Truck Drivers Cause Accidents in Centerville
Heavy vehicle drivers can cause truck accidents in several ways, including reckless driving, fatigue, driving while under the influence, improper cargo loading, lack of training, and more.
RECKLESS DRIVING
semi-truck drivers will engage in reckless driving by speeding, cutting other drivers off, and failing to check their blind spots. This is even more dangerous because trucks need additional time to maneuver their vehicles safely. Speeding, in particular, cuts down the additional time that they need.
TRUCK DRIVER FATIGUE
Truck drivers are motorists that are prone to fatigue on the road. They can spend a minimum of 10 hours on the road. If you factor in traffic congestion, that is additional time for the driver to fall asleep at any moment. Driving while tired can lead to several dangerous truck accidents.
DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE
Ironically, 18-wheeler drivers can experience the same side effects of drowsy driving when they drive under the influence. To help them stay awake, truck drivers will take illegal substances and alcohol before hitting the road.
IMPROPER CARGO LOADING
The way that 18-wheeler drivers speed on the road can cause the cargo to spill over into the road. Sometimes the truck driver is responsible for the way the cargo is secured, and other times the trucking company is responsible.
LACK OF TRAINING
Unfortunately, some trucking companies don’t do their due diligence and train the drivers. It is up to the trucking company to make sure that the driver is properly trained before driving. When a driver is not properly trained, they can worsen a truck
Why Kinds Of Centerville Truck Accidents Has Our Law Firm Handled?
Truck accidents can occur for a number of reasons. Truck drivers can cause accidents if they choose to get behind the wheel while distracted, under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or drowsy. Truck drivers can also get into accidents when they make careless mistakes such as not stopping quickly enough or making an extremely wide turn.
Sometimes, a truck accident occurs because of the negligent acts of the trucking company. For example, if the trucking company does not properly train the driver, this could lead to an accident caused by the driver’s inexperience. Or if the trucking company fails to inspect the truck on a regular basis to identify safety issues, one of these issues could eventually cause a collision.
There are many different parts involved in operating a truck. If one of these parts is defective, the driver may lose control and collide with another vehicle. For example, if the brakes suddenly go out because of a defect, the truck driver won’t be able to stop his truck from colliding into the vehicle in front of him.
A truck driver can also lose control of the truck if the cargo in the back is not loaded properly. The weight needs to be evenly distributed otherwise it will be hard to steer such a large vehicle. If it’s not, the truck driver may not be able to stop his truck from crashing into another vehicle. At Spaulding Injury Law, we have handled all of these situations and more and we offer this experience to every client.
Visit Our Truck Accident Office in Centerville Lake, GA
We help victims inside the Gwinnett County Area and our firm is conveniently located near Peachtree Corners. We have an office in Lawrenceville at 223 Scenic Hwy S #202 Lawrenceville, GA