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Truck accidents in Atlanta, especially on busy highways like I-85, I-285, and I-20, can lead to catastrophic injuries and devastating financial consequences. Unlike standard car accidents, collisions involving large commercial trucks often result in severe damage due to these vehicles’ sheer size and weight. Victims frequently suffer from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, and long-term disabilities, requiring extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation. Beyond the physical toll, the emotional distress and financial burden of medical bills, lost income, and ongoing therapy can be overwhelming for individuals and their families.
In the aftermath of a truck accident, securing experienced legal representation can make all the difference in your recovery. Trucking companies and insurers often work aggressively to minimize payouts, leaving victims without the full compensation they deserve. This is why it’s crucial to seek guidance from a knowledgeable Truck Accident Attorney in Atlanta who understands the complexities of these cases.
At The Stoddard Firm, we are dedicated to protecting the rights of truck accident victims. Our firm provides personalized legal strategies, thorough investigations, and relentless advocacy to help you hold negligent parties accountable. If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, we are here to guide you through the legal process and fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.
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Selecting the correct legal representation after a truck accident is crucial to ensuring you receive the justice and compensation you deserve. At The Stoddard Firm, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to our clients. We offer legal representation, personalized attention, and a proven track record of success.
Our firm has a history of securing substantial client settlements and verdicts. Notably, we achieved:
These outcomes reflect our dedication to achieving the best possible results for those we represent.
At The Stoddard Firm, we understand that each case is unique. We take the time to listen to your story, understand your specific needs, and tailor our legal strategies accordingly. Our clients are more than just case numbers; they face challenging times, and we are here to provide the support and guidance they need.
We are relentless in our pursuit of justice. Our team is prepared to stand up against large trucking companies and their insurers, ensuring that negligent parties are held accountable. We do not back down when advocating for our clients’ rights, striving to secure the maximum compensation they deserve.
We handle every aspect of your case from the moment you engage our services. This includes conducting thorough investigations, gathering critical evidence, negotiating with insurance companies, and, if necessary, representing you in court. We aim to alleviate the legal burdens so you can focus on your recovery.
Navigating the complexities of a truck accident claim demands strict counsel; The Stoddard Firm is ready to fight for you. Speak with a truck accident lawyer in Atlanta today to discuss your legal options.
Truck accidents involve complex factors, including multiple parties, intricate regulations, and substantial consequences. A skilled truck accident attorney in Atlanta can maximize your compensation and alleviate stress during the legal process.
Navigating the aftermath of a truck accident requires solid legal representation. Here’s how our team can support you:
Truck accidents can be devastating, often resulting from preventable errors, negligence, or regulatory violations. Understanding the leading causes of truck crashes can help victims identify liability and pursue rightful compensation. Some of the most common causes include:
A “No-Zone” accident refers to crashes that happen within a truck’s blind spots, areas where the truck driver has limited or no visibility. Large trucks have significant blind spots that pose serious risks, including areas directly behind the truck, along both sides and even underneath the cab. These blind spots are much larger than regular passenger vehicles, making it harder for truck drivers to see smaller vehicles or pedestrians in these zones.
When other drivers fail to account for these limitations or linger in these blind spots, the likelihood of severe accidents increases. Understanding and avoiding these “No-Zone” areas is crucial for safer road sharing with large trucks.
Truck accidents often cause life-altering injuries due to the massive size and weight of commercial vehicles compared to passenger cars. Unlike typical auto collisions, crashes involving semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, or 18-wheelers frequently lead to catastrophic injuries that require extensive medical treatment and long-term care. Common truck accident injuries include:
Beyond the physical toll, victims may face emotional trauma, financial hardships, and lifestyle changes that affect their ability to work and support their families. If you or a loved one has suffered due to a truck accident, seeking legal representation is crucial to ensure you receive the compensation needed for medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term care.
Truck accidents differ from typical car crashes because they often involve multiple liable parties, making the legal process more complex. Unlike a straightforward two-car collision, fault in a truck accident can extend beyond just the driver. Identifying all responsible parties is critical to maximizing compensation.
Truck drivers have a duty of care to operate their vehicles safely. However, negligent behaviors such as speeding, distracted driving, driving under the influence, or violating Hours of Service (HOS) regulations can make them liable for accidents. Fatigue is particularly dangerous in trucking, as exhausted drivers have slower reaction times and impaired judgment, increasing the risk of collisions. If a driver’s recklessness caused your accident, they may be held directly accountable.
Trucking companies are often partially or fully responsible for accidents involving their fleet. Employers may be held liable if they:
When faulty brakes, tires, or engine failures contribute to an accident, the manufacturer or maintenance provider may share responsibility if an investigation reveals a design flaw or failure to recall defective truck parts, a product liability claim can be pursued.
Given the complex nature of truck accident liability, consulting a truck accident lawyer in Atlanta is crucial to identifying and holding all responsible parties accountable.
The trucking industry is heavily regulated to ensure road safety and prevent accidents caused by driver fatigue, vehicle malfunctions, or improper cargo loading. Violations of these regulations can establish liability in a truck accident case, making them a critical factor in determining who is responsible for your injuries. Below are some crucial regulations affecting truck drivers, trucking companies, and manufacturers.
Fatigue is one of the leading causes of truck accidents, which is why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) enforces strict Hours of Service (HOS) regulations to limit how long a trucker can drive without rest. Under these regulations:
If a trucking company pressures drivers to exceed these limits or a driver falsifies their logs, they can be liable for negligence in an accident.
Truck drivers operate massive, dangerous vehicles; even minor impairments can have deadly consequences. Federal and Georgia state laws prohibit:
Trucking companies must conduct random drug and alcohol tests, and failure to comply can increase their liability in an accident case.
Overweight trucks pose serious safety risks, making stopping, maneuvering, or maintaining control harder. Federal weight regulations limit commercial trucks to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded. Brake failure, tire blowouts, and rollovers become far more likely if a trucking company overloads a vehicle to maximize profits.
Additionally, trucking companies must conduct regular maintenance checks to ensure safety. If worn-out brakes, defective steering systems, or poorly maintained tires contribute to an accident, the trucking company or maintenance provider may be held responsible.
When truck drivers, trucking companies, or manufacturers violate safety laws, these violations can serve as strong evidence of negligence in your claim. A truck accident attorney in Atlanta will thoroughly investigate the accident, review logbooks, maintenance records, and black box data, and work with experts to prove regulatory violations contributed to your injuries.
If you have been involved in a truck accident in Georgia, it’s essential to understand the legal deadlines for filing a claim. Under Georgia law O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including truck accidents, is generally two years from when the right of action accrues. Special circumstances can shorten the two-year time frame to as little as six months or lengthen the time frame long past the standard two-year period. An accident victim must file the lawsuit and serve the defendant within this statute of limitations to preserve the right of compensation. Missing the deadline can result in losing the ability to recover damages no matter how strong the case may be. We can help determine whether an exception to the two year general limit applies to your case.
Even without a statute of limitations, acting quickly is important because it allows for evidence preservation and documentation of witness observations which can significantly strengthen a claim.
While the standard deadline is two years, certain exceptions may apply that shorten or extend the filing period:
Waiting too long to file a claim can jeopardize your case. If the statute of limitations expires, you lose your legal right to pursue compensation, and insurance companies will likely deny any late claims. Additionally, gathering evidence like surveillance footage, trucking company records, and witness testimony is much easier soon after the accident.
To ensure your rights are fully protected, speak with an experienced truck accident attorney in Atlanta as soon as possible. An attorney can review your case, determine applicable exceptions, and help you meet all legal deadlines.
Under Georgia Code § 51-12-4, compensation in truck accident cases aims to cover physical, emotional, and economic losses.
Even if you were partially at fault for the collision, you might still recover damages under Georgia’s Comparative Fault Law O.C.G.A. §51-12-33.
Under this law, your compensation will be reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to you. For example, if you are found to be 20% at fault for an accident, your compensation will be reduced by that same percentage. However, if you are deemed 50% or more responsible for the incident, you will not be able to recover any damages at all. This rule highlights the importance of having a skilled legal advocate on your side, as they can help gather evidence, build a strong case, and argue on your behalf to minimize your share of fault and maximize your potential recovery.
A truck accident and everything that comes after is draining and overwhelming, but the right help can make a difference. The experienced team at The Stoddard Law Firm is here to provide the support and legal representation you need. Contact us today at 470-467-2200 to schedule a free consultation with a dedicated Truck Accident Attorney in Atlanta.
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Education: University of Georgia School of Law
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After a serious truck accident, you are bound to have questions and concerns. These are best addressed at your free consultation, but to get started, here are some answers to common questions our truck accident attorneys often are asked:
There is a wide range of possible damage award amounts for truck accidents, from the thousands to millions of dollars, depending on the individual circumstances of your case. In general, settlements will be higher in situations where there are severe or permanent injuries, such as brain injuries and spinal cord damage, or if a wrongful death was involved.
According to Georgia code (title 9 Section 9-3-33) there is a statute of limitations, or deadline, for filing a personal injury case that generally is two years from the date of the crash. If you fail to meet this deadline, the courts are likely to refuse to hear your case.
Georgia has a modified comparative negligence law (Georgia Code § 51-12-33), where the negligence of all parties involved is taken into consideration. As long as you are less than 50 percent at fault, you can still collect a settlement, but it will be reduced by the portion you are found to be at fault.
If a loved one dies in a truck crash, our attorneys can help surviving family members file a wrongful death claim to receive compensation for outstanding medical bills, funeral bills and other end-of-life costs, as well as compensation for income that might have been lost by the passing of a family member.
When you retain The Stoddard Firm, we will be there for you throughout the entire legal process to answer questions and keep you informed.
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was revised and approved by Attorney Matthew B. Stoddard, who has more than 16 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney.
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