Semitrailers are large and heavy vehicles that are capable of causing significant damage in the event of an accident. Because of the trucks’ size and weight, it is critical that truckers drive safely and that they and the Georgia trucking companies they work for...
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Truck Accidents
Addressing commercial vehicle driver service violations
There are a variety of rules and regulations that govern the operation of commercial vehicles. However, while these rules exist to promote safety, what happens if drivers fail to adhere, or if companies fail to enforce them? Those who violate these rules may run a...
Trucking violations may be more common than expected
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...
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...
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...
Fatigued truckers are more prone to causing accidents
Truckers play an important role in the American economy, but they can also pose a significant threat in the event these vehicles are in an accident. Collisions involving commercial trucks or semitrailers can leave smaller vehicles with significant damage and motorists...