Improperly loading a truck may increase the risk of an accident while traveling on a Georgia road or highway. This is because it may cause too much weight to shift to one section of the truck, which can cause it to weave, jackknife or topple over when driven at high...
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Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance announces Roadcheck 2023
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Apr 24, 2023 | Motor Vehicle Accidents, Truck Accidents
Nearly 23% of trucks or drivers faced penalties during Roadcheck 2022. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance will conduct Roadcheck 2023 across Canada, Mexico and the United States, including Georgia. While last year’s event focused on wheel ends, the focus of this...
Heavier trucks and Georgia catastrophic accidents
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Mar 30, 2023 | Catastrophic Injuries, Truck Accidents
Heavy trucks operating at high speeds are a threat on Georgia roads. These trucks are more likely than any other vehicles to cause catastrophic accidents. Trucks are larger, heavier and more powerful than they've ever been. When you factor in things such as distracted...
DOT urged to mandate tractor-trailer speed limiters and AEBs
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Mar 20, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Truck accidents in Georgia and around the country kill thousands of people every year, but efforts to improve commercial truck safety are often thwarted by lobbying efforts carried out on behalf of the logistics industry. A recent train derailment in East Palestine,...
Truck collisions and fatigued drivers
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Mar 3, 2023 | Truck Accidents
When people think of truck accidents, they might envision jackknife collisions or tailgating incidents. A post-collision investigation might reveal that driver fatigue was responsible when these and other accidents may occur on Georgia roads. Truckers who travel while...
The dangers of flying debris from trucks
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Feb 20, 2023 | Personal Injury, Truck Accidents
Flying debris from trucks is a serious safety hazard that poses a significant risk to other drivers on the road. Loose items, such as gravel, rocks and construction materials, can become dangerous projectiles if they fly off a truck and hit another vehicle. These...
Reasons for truck crashes
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Jan 18, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Commercial trucks are a common sight throughout the state of Georgia. Drivers frequently reach their destinations without problems, but accidents involving these oversized vehicles happen. Accident victims will typically want to know the reasons for the crash since...
Truck accident litigation timelines
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Jan 17, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Victims of truck accidents may experience significant financial losses due to their injuries. The financial fallout from a truck accident in Georgia could leave the victim dealing with debts from medical-related expenses and income losses. Such victims understandably...
Determining fault in a truck accident in Georgia
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Dec 22, 2022 | Truck Accidents
If you get into an accident with a semi-truck in Georgia and are certain that it was the truck driver's fault, you can file a lawsuit against them, especially if your injuries and car damages are significant. Be aware, however, that these cases are often complicated...
Delivery drivers and motor vehicle accidents
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Nov 17, 2022 | Truck Accidents
Delivery trucks remain a constant presence throughout the state of Georgia. As more people turn to online services to acquire goods, delivery companies will continue to put more trucks on the road. While most drivers handle their duties with care, accidents happen....
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