Carrollton Truck Accident Claims

In 2005 truck accidents were responsible for 5,212 fatalities in the United States, 229 in Georgia. Lawyers at Tisinger Vance, P.C., our West Georgia firm, have the experience and the resources to help our clients get full and fair compensation for injuries suffered in 18-wheeler trucking accidents. Truck accident claims are complex and it is important that they be handled correctly. If you have questions concerning a commercial truck accident claim an attorney from our firm will be happy to talk with you. Contact us to make arrangements for a free consultation and accident claim evaluation.

Our lawyers meet with clients at our offices in Carrollton and Villa Rica, Georgia, and handle truck accident claims for clients throughout West Georgia. As attorneys we will accurately assess the full value of the serious injury or wrongful death claim, demonstrate fault on the part of those responsible for the truck accident, and identify sources of compensation.

Serious injury and wrongful death in truck accidents

In a truck accident the overwhelming force of a semi truck bearing down on a passenger car often results in catastrophic injury or death for occupants of the smaller vehicle. The full cost of life-changing, permanently disabling injuries or the value of lost companionship, emotional support, and financial support in a fatal accident must be carefully evaluated. When representing a client in a case involving serious injury or wrongful death from a truck accident our lawyers work with medical, therapy, and economic experts to provide a clear and compelling picture for the jury of the potential life cost of the injury or loss. Even less severe injuries, such as soft-tissue injury, cervical sprain, whiplash, broken bones, or shoulder dislocation can lead to permanent disability or future medical problems, and the claims should be evaluated by an experienced attorney.

What caused the truck accident?

A variety of factors can cause a trucking accident. Lawyers at our firm will work with accident reconstruction experts, acquire and examine trucking company records and highway department reports, and evaluate all other information to determine the cause of the crash. Below are some common causes of truck accidents:

Driver fatigue and driver error: The most common cause of a semi truck and auto accident is driver error on the part of the truck driver or driver of the passenger vehicle. When examining accident reports, driver log books, and other evidence during a truck accident investigation our attorneys watch for evidence of driver fatigue, which can cloud the driver's judgment or cause the driver to fall asleep at the wheel, speeding, or use of prescription drugs, alcohol, or controlled substances or liability on the part of the trucking company due to poor training or hiring practices.

Negligent maintenance: Trucking companies and truck drivers are required by national and Georgia State law to perform regular maintenance on the air brakes, tires, and other equipment.

Defective equipment: Manufacturers of auto equipment and truck equipment, including brakes, tires, and gas tanks have been negligent in marketing dangerous equipment to consumers and businesses.

Truck accidents and multiple insurance claims

One reason it is difficult for victims of truck accidents and their families to handle the claims properly is that trucking accidents are often covered by multiple insurance policies. It is extremely important not to sign any settlement offer or make a statement to an insurance company representative until you have consulted with a lawyer. Contact our Carrollton office to make arrangements for a free consultation with an attorney about your truck accident injury claim.