Being hit by a truck is almost always traumatic given the speed, force and weight behind these oversized vehicles. Unfortunately, truck driver error and negligence can cause devastating injuries and fatalities for the unsuspecting motorist. While you cannot prevent a...
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Truck Accidents
More professional truck drivers testing positive for marijuana
Numerous studies have shown that using marijuana impacts driving ability, and yet many motorists across Georgia and the rest of the United States admit to using the substance before, or while, driving. While anyone who drives after or while using marijuana poses a...
What constitutes household services?
If you sustain an injury in an accident that renders you unable to engage in your daily household chores, you may wonder if you can receive some type of compensation for the cost of services. Generally speaking, you can. Loss of household services — which some experts...
Who is liable in a truck accident?
Accidents involving large trucks and other commercial vehicles can be particularly catastrophic. It can be easy to cast blame for the crash on a negligent driver, but there may actually be other parties liable for the factors contributing to the crash. The National...
What are the top causes of truck crashes?
Georgia roadways play host to semi-trucks as drivers work around the clock to deliver goods from all over. With the uptick in big trucks, a related increase in accidents occurs. Truck crashes are some of the most fatal. The size of the truck and the weight of its...
How can road rage lead to truck crashes?
When you are driving your car on a busy highway, you may begin to notice the variety of vehicles around you and how they operate. One of the most intimidating kinds can be trucks since their size and speed are sometimes sources of danger for smaller vehicles. This is...
Do distractions influence truck accidents?
As you drive around on a highway or other road, your eyes may wander to the vehicles around you. Someone inside a truck near you may be looking down or trying to type on a phone. Reckless and distracted driving of this kind is a serious problem, especially when larger...
How can tailgating influence truck accidents?
As you drive on the road, you may notice trucks closely following behind you and showing signs of patience. Tailgating can lead to sudden accidents, especially if other vehicles are smaller or if truckers are not paying attention to their surroundings. Learning about...
How to drive safely around tractor trailers
While people rely on large trucks to deliver essential goods throughout Georgia and across the country, these massive vehicles pose a significant danger to those on the road. In 2019, more than 5,000 people were killed in large truck accidents across the U.S. Over 194...
What can happen when a semi driver is not alert on the highway
Responsible people in Macon know that safe driving requires your full attention. From the moment you shift out of park until you reach your destination, focusing on the road gives you the best chance of avoiding a serious car accident. Splitting your focus for even a...