Category: Truck Accident
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What to Do if You Are Hit by a FedEx Truck?
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No one expects to get hit by a FedEx truck, but it happens. The aftermath can be overwhelming and confusing, including the legal implications. The steps you take immediately following the collision and in the days after can significantly impact your ability to recover…
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Reasons Why Highway Construction Truck Accidents Happen
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Most drivers are unhappy as they approach construction zones or construction trucks, and we do not blame them. Besides slowing traffic, these zones present a variety of hazards that are not always marked. A cumbersome highway construction truck can also be more prone to…
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Multi-Vehicle Pile-Up Closes Atlanta Downtown Connector
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A multi-vehicle crash closed the Downtown Connector for several hours overnight in Atlanta. Officials say the crash occurred around 1 a.m. in the southbound lanes of Interstates 75 and 85 near Fulton Street. According to police, a southbound tractor-trailer carrying Slim Jims struck several…
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How Does the Type of Accident Affect the Case?
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Despite exercising defensive driving and the best driving habits possible, even the most skilled drivers still get into accidents. The circumstances surrounding each crash can play a fundamental role in determining the share of liability, the degree of complexity, and the amount of compensation…
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Truck Accident Prevention for Car Drivers on U.S. Route 23 in Georgia
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U.S. Route 23 in Georgia spans both urban centers and rural areas, creating a variety of traffic conditions that can be dangerous for car drivers sharing the road with large trucks. The mix of high speeds, sudden lane changes, and unpredictable road conditions makes…
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Traumatic Brain Injuries in Truck Accidents: What Savannah Victims Need to Know?
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March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of the devastating impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and the challenges victims face. Truck accidents are one of the leading causes of TBIs, especially on Georgia’s highways, where commercial trucks frequently travel.…
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The Role of Distracted Driving in Truck Accidents
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Truck drivers get distracted just like passenger vehicle drivers, but the consequences can be much more devastating. Yet distracted driving is a contributing factor in many collisions involving these larger vehicles. When truck drivers shift focus away from the road, even for a few…
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Trucking Companies Know that Snow in the South is a No-Go – Here’s the Law on it
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It snowed recently in Macon, Georgia! Like, a ton. The schools were closed for a snow day. It was the first time it has snowed here in seven years! It is super rare. Which is why, of course, there was an attempt to make…
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The Dangers of Logging Trucks
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Logging trucks play a significant role in transporting raw materials, but their presence on the road presents substantial dangers to other drivers. These large vehicles often carry heavy loads, making them more difficult to maneuver and increasing the likelihood of accidents. Drivers who encounter…