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Accidents involving large trucks often make headlines. It doesn’t take much imagination to understand why. Commercial trucks – semis, tractor-trailers, big-rigs – are the behemoths of the road. They are giants that weigh significantly more than passenger cars. Even a relatively “minor” accident can become much worse when it involves a truck.
Truck accidents are fairly common in Villa Rica. There are several major highways and Interstate 20 running through town. These roads are frequently traveled by trucks hauling products and goods between Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, and beyond.
If you have been injured in a truck accident in Villa Rica, The Embry Law Firm wants you to know that help is available. You and your family deserve the chance to stand up for your rights and pursue justice after a truck accident. If your injuries are the result of someone else’s negligence, we want to help you hold them accountable.
At The Embry Law Firm, we help clients injured in all sorts of truck accident situations. Contact us if you or someone you love is injured due to a:
Sadly, many truck accidents cause serious injuries or deaths. This is partly because of the size and weight of trucks. Fully loaded trucks can weigh up to 80 tons. No passenger car, truck, or SUV can withstand that sort of weight. No matter how loaded the truck is, any truck accident can be devastating. Some of the common causes of truck accidents in Villa Rica include:
There are federal regulations that require truck drivers to get a certain amount of sleep depending on their route and driving time. Unfortunately, some truck drivers and trucking companies do not adhere to these guidelines. The result is driver fatigue, which can be as dangerous as drunk driving.
State and federal laws prohibit truck drivers from operating a truck after drinking alcohol or taking certain medications or drugs. Driving under the influence greatly restricts the driver’s ability to operate the truck safely and make quick decisions if a situation arises.
Large trucks need more time to slow down, speed up, turn, merge, or park. Truck drivers must be aware of this and be aware of what is happening around them at all times. They must allow enough time to make those stops or starts, and must avoid driving erratically.
Truck drivers are supposed to complete a certain amount of training before hitting the road. Unfortunately, sometimes trucking companies don’t provide enough training for drivers to be truly safe. This is dangerous and is a cause of truck accidents in many parts of Georgia.
Truck owners, trucking companies, and/or truck drivers may all be responsible for maintaining the truck. Commercial trucks are subject to routine inspections and maintenance to ensure they are safe and working properly. These inspections include brakes, wheels, and other equipment. It is important that truck owners and drivers be aware of defects or recalls and ensure proper maintenance.
No matter what type of accident or the cause, you deserve to know what your options are to pursue justice and compensation. Those responsible for causing injuries should be held liable, and the best way to do that is to work with the truck accident lawyer at The Embry Law Firm.
Find out how we can help you by calling us at (844) 443-6279. You can also reach us via email on our website. Your initial consultation is completely free, so you have nothing to lose by learning more.
