Tag Archives: truck accidents
Catastrophic Accident Highlights Dangers of Big Trucks
Trucking is the lifeblood that keeps industry moving in America. Nearly 70% of all freight moved in the country is done so by truck. With so much being moved by so many large commercial vehicles, the risk of truck accidents on America’s roadways is high. For this reason, the federal government has adopted and… Read More »
Corporate Liabilities in Georgia Trucking Accidents
Earlier this year, CBS News Atlanta reported that Bryan County’s district attorney would not prosecute the trucking company involved in the crash that killed five Georgia Southern nursing students last spring. The Mississippi-based trucking company established a scholarship fund in honor of the victims in exchange for the dropping of the criminal charges. The… Read More »
Georgia Considers Special Trucking Lanes to Protect Drivers
As part of a broader transportation initiative announced earlier this year by Gov. Nathan Deal, the state of Georgia is considering installing semi-only lanes for truck traffic in certain areas within the state. While relieving congestion is cited as a goal for separating large trucks from cars and motorcycles, the primary reason for investigating… Read More »
What Happens if I am in an Accident with a Commercial Vehicle?
When you are in a car accident with another driver, the issue is usually pretty simple. It might not feel easy to deal with insurance companies, but there are no questions of law. If someone hits you in your car, their insurance would cover the damage to your car, medical expenses, and pain and… Read More »
