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A Georgia truck accident lawyer can help pursue compensation for medical expenses, loss of income, diminished earning capacity, and many more.

Truck drivers spend hours on the road, some even days or weeks on end. Due to the sheer size of tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, and semi-trucks, the risk of a catastrophic incident increases tenfold. Victims may be entitled to compensation if their Georgia semi-truck accident lawyer can establish liability.

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How Can a Georgia Truck Accident Lawyer Help?

With the help of a trucking accident attorney, you may be able to sue the negligent party for compensation, even if you were partially responsible for the collision. Georgia has a modified comparative negligence rule that makes injured persons eligible for financial compensation only if they are 49% or less responsible for damages.

If the court determines that your fault is 50% or more, you lose the right to seeking compensation from the other party. Also, if you are eligible for recovering damages in Georgia, your compensation will be reduced by an amount equivalent to your fault.

Our best truck accident lawyer in Atlanta, Georgia at The Graham Firm will investigate the scene of the vehicle collision, gather witness statements, and examine the following elements to determine fault:

  • The truck driver’s employment history;
  • Whether the trucker was qualified and trained to drive;
  • For how many hours the trucker was on the road;
  • Inspection of the truck to determine if it was maintained correctly;
  • Medical records of your truck accident injury; and
  • The truck’s black box (also known as the electronic control module).

Among other things, a knowledgeable truck accident lawyer in Georgia will navigate truck law and federal regulations to determine liable parties.

How Much Does a Truck Accident Lawyer Cost?

Prior to hiring a semi-truck accident attorney, many people are concerned about attorneys’ fees. So what is the cost of hiring a truck accident attorney if you are considering pursuing a personal injury claim against the at-fault trucker or his/her trucking company, or both?

Truck accident attorneys’ fees depend on the state, city, law firm, and the lawyer’s fee arrangement. Most accident attorneys in Georgia charge their fees on a contingency basis. Thus, you owe your attorney fees only if and after you receive money through a settlement or trial.

In other words, if your lawyer loses your case, you would owe him or her no attorney’s fee. Typically, Georgia truck accident lawyers’ fees range from 25 to 40% of the total amount.

 

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Truck Accident Lawsuit Process in Georgia

Your trucking attorney will follow a basic four-step process when handling your case:

  1. Conducting a detailed investigation is key to ensuring that your rights are protected and that the insurance company gives you a fair evaluation of your losses and damages.
  2. File a claim. After completing an investigation and collecting all evidence, your lawyer will file a claim that includes your injuries, material losses, and the requested amount of compensation.
  3. Typically, a lawyer will strive to come to an agreement with the insurer to resolve your truck accident case out of court. However, if consensus cannot be reached, your case should be taken to court to recover maximum compensation.
  4. The final step, if it comes to it, is presenting your case in front of the judge or jury to convince them that you deserve the requested amount.

Why Truck Accidents Are More Complicated Than Car Accidents

Truck crashes are more complicated than regular car accidents in Georgia due to five factors:

  1. The severity of damage and injuries. Trucks are bigger, which makes collisions with these vehicles more likely to cause catastrophic injuries. Also, accidents with trucks are more likely to cause wrongful death.
  2. Ownership and liability. Determining truck ownership and liability is also not as straightforward as it seems. After all, many truck drivers drive commercial vehicles that are owned by another company.
  3. Defense lawyers. Since trucking companies are usually large and wealthy corporations, they hire lawyers and fight hard to avoid paying compensation or pay as little as possible.
  4. Federal laws and regulations. Trucks and trucking companies are subject to more regulations and rules than regular vehicles. For example, truck drivers are only permitted to drive for a specified number of hours per day to avoid fatigue.
  5. Truck data. Many trucks carry a black box that becomes an invaluable source of information in the event of accidents. An experienced accident attorney will help obtain access to the black box to determine fault more accurately.

Why Choose The Graham Firm After Your Truck Accident in Georgia?

If you googled “truck accident lawyer near me” and stumbled across The Graham Firm, you may be wondering how our law firm will make a difference in handling your claim and helping you win compensation.

A Georgia semi-truck accident lawyer at The Graham Firm will determine whether a trucking manufacturer or company was at fault for your collision by:

  • Examining vehicle maintenance logs
  • Reviewing the driver’s credentials, qualifications, licensing and driving record
  • Determining if traffic laws and federal regulations were followed
  • Analyzing the scene of the crash
  • Gathering witness statements and other types of evidence
  • Identifying potential mechanical issues or manufacturing defects

After the investigation is complete, a Georgia truck accident lawyer will proceed to process your claim and prepare for negotiation to obtain the maximum compensation. Contact our attorneys at The Graham Firm for a case evaluation by calling at 888-404-PAID or fill out our contact form below.

OVER $70 MILLION DOLLARS RECOVERED FOR OUR CLIENTS

$6,000,000.00

C.R. – A young lady was broken down on the interstate when a distracted truck driver drifted off the interstate rear-ending our client. The client was ejected from her vehicle and suffered a moderate traumatic brain injury, broken bones, and other injuries. After several years of litigation in federal court, the trucking company settled the lawsuit prior to trial.

​ $4,500,000.00

N. T. – Mother of three was killed in Griffin when her vehicle was rear-ended by a tractor-trailer owned and operated by a Pennsylvania transportation company. Following a lawsuit filed on behalf of her estate, a settlement was reached just before trial. 

$1,125,000.00

Y.S.B. – Retired wife fatally injured in a traffic accident caused by a negligent driver in a work truck. Settled for all available policy limits prior to litigation.

  $1,000,000.00

J. S./Q.B. – While crossing a state highway, two young men were killed after being struck by a Barnesville police officer traveling nearly 100 m.p.h. during an unauthorized high-speed pursuit.  The city settled for the insurance policy limit after a lawsuit was filed.

$950,000.00

E.S. – A truck driver was fatally injured when his unit struck another overturned tractor-trailer on a Mississippi interstate. Due to tort limits in the state of Miss., and limited insurance coverage, the case was settled after a failed mediation.

     $450,000,000 

I.P. – Father of two was shot and killed in a case of mistaken identity at his apartment complex in Dunwoody. After a lawsuit was filed and successfully responding to several efforts by the apartment complex to have the case dismissed, the defendants settled the case after mediation.

$190,000.00

M.B. – A grandmother slipped and fell in a major discount retail store in Griffin the morning after a heavy rain flooded the store. The store failed to properly warn patrons of the dangerous condition. M.B. suffered a torn rotator cuff and other injuries requiring surgery and physical therapy. A settlement was reached prior to trial after a lawsuit was filed.

$150,000.00

A.W. – A mother from Griffin was injured in a motor vehicle accident requiring surgery on her knee. A settlement was reached for the policy limit prior to filing a lawsuit.

$100,000.00

C.H. – A young man was injured in a motor vehicle accident in Mableton when a flatbed truck pulled out in front of him. The client suffered a broken arm and lacerations. A settlement for the policy limit was reached prior to filing a lawsuit.

$100,000.00

G.A. – An elderly Columbus woman was injured after being struck by a motor vehicle as she crossed the roadway.   Our client sustained multiple injuries requiring surgery and rehabilitation. The at-fault party had no additional assets and the case was settled for the policy limit prior to filing a lawsuit.

$90,000.00

W.E. – An elderly man was injured in a motor vehicle accident in Griffin when a woman ran a stop sign and struck his vehicle as he was backing out of his yard. The client required physical therapy and made a full recovery. A settlement was reached prior to filing a lawsuit.

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