Truck collisions rank among the most potentially devastating accidents on Georgia roads. Trucks can inflict enormous damage on other vehicles, increasing the chances of catastrophic or fatal injuries. Victims dealing with the aftermath of truck crashes may file a...
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Poor maintenance and truck accidents
The aftermath of a truck accident might result in Georgia investigators looking for the cause. Many times, intoxicated driving, drowsy driving, and moving violations contribute to the collision. Such reasons reflect a driver's negligence and recklessness. However,...
What is a truck’s black box, and what does its data contain?
Each commercial truck that regularly travels across the roads in Georgia is equipped with a black box that records various data. These devices are mandatory per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. They're also crucial in proving the circumstances leading...
Facts about traumatic brain injuries in Georgia
A traumatic brain injury can change your life in an instant. If you think that you or someone you love has suffered this kind of injury, it's important to understand the signs and symptoms as well as what you can do to get the help you, or they, need. What is a...
Facial injuries from car crashes
A Georgia vehicle collision could result in severe trauma to the neck, back, limbs, and internal organs. Not everyone realizes that accident victims may suffer facial injuries during a crash. Such injuries might result when a driver or passenger's face hits the...
How does improper cargo loading lead to truck accidents?
Every single day, huge commercial trucks travel across Georgia’s roads. While many of these vehicles are safe, others get into accidents that leave destruction in their wake. Some truck accidents are caused by improper cargo loading. This is how that happens. Cargo...
The prevalence of head-on truck accidents
Truck accidents can seriously impact Georgia residents. Head-on collisions can be more severe and can leave victims dealing with catastrophic injuries and even fighting for their lives. Causes of head-on collisions with trucks According to the Federal Motor Carrier...
How driver fatigue can be dangerous
When Georgia truck drivers get tired behind the wheel, they pose a great risk of danger to themselves, other drivers and pedestrians. Because of the massive size and weight of commercial semi trucks, it’s very important for truck drivers to be well-rested and alert on...
Statistics that show the severity of trucking accidents
Georgia residents are no strangers to seeing trucks passing through their roads. Unfortunately, the increasing presence of such huge vehicles makes it more likely for trucking accidents to occur. These statistics show the severity of these accidents. The rate of truck...
What happens when minors are part of your drug crime?
Georgia takes involvement of minors in drug crimes seriously. Punishments may be more severe when minors took part in drug operations, even when they only played a small role. Obtaining controlled substances In Georgia, it's illegal to receive a controlled substance...