There are numerous rules and regulations that govern the use of commercial vehicles, many of which are designed to increase safety and reduce the odds of dangerous collisions. However, these rules may do little good if companies or drivers fail to strictly adhere to...
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Year: 2020
Georgia truck accident kills 1, injuries 1
Sharp turns can be difficult to navigate under any circumstance and vehicles that are more difficult to maneuver must approach such areas with caution. Should a truck driver fail to adjust speed prior to attempting a sharp turn, the results could prove disastrous. A...
Hours-of-service regulations work to prevent truck accidents
Any time you come across a tractor-trailer on the roadway, you may grip your steering wheel a little tighter and do your best to get some distance between your vehicle and the truck. This feeling is common among Georgia travelers as a collision with a big rig could...
The most common causes of truck accidents
It is no secret that collisions involving commercial vehicles can have cataclysmic ramifications for everyone involved. Unfortunately, truck accidents remain a constant concern and such incidents can take place under a variety of circumstances. Knowing some of the...
Loading semitrailers properly reduces the chance of an accident
When commercial trucks are in a collision, they are capable of causing significant damage to other vehicles and their occupants. It is the responsibility of trucking companies and truckers to do everything possible to operate these large and heavy vehicles correctly...
Property owners’ responsibility in preventing violent crimes
A recent sojourn to Atlanta was meant to be one of relaxation and enjoyment after months of being cooped up during the COVID-19 pandemic. But during your stay at a hotel, you were the victim of a violent and unprovoked attack that left you battered, bruised and...
Common hazards of inadequate security
Many businesses in Georgia and elsewhere may welcome a multitude of customers into their doors every day. One of the most vital topics for property owners to address may involve finding ways to ensure consumers walk into an environment free of safety hazards or fall...
2 killed, 1 injured in Georgia truck accident
Two individuals died and another was transported to the hospital with injuries following a recent collision involving two tractor-trailers in Georgia. Accidents involving commercial vehicles can have cataclysmic results that could have a lingering impact on the...
Steps to take after a truck accident occurs
While the idea of being involved in a collision can be scary and intimidating, understanding what to do should one occur may help alleviate some of the stress involved. Such information may be even more vital should the incident involve a commercial vehicle. Knowing...
Do you know about the False Claims Act?
When you took your job, you most likely thought that the organization was acting in good faith when it comes to its billing practices. You had no reason to question this -- at first. As you continued to do your job, you noticed that something just wasn’t right....