Truck Accident Lawyers For Victims In Atlanta

If you were in a truck accident, then there’s a strong chance you’re facing an uphill legal battle while you’re in immense pain. Truck crashes are extremely disruptive accidents, which can lead to serious lifelong injuries and the legal teams that fight you will use every tactic to discourage you.

My name is Christopher Newbern, and I am ready to stand up for people with personal injuries across Atlanta. As a truck accident attorney at Newbern Law Firm, I put all my time and effort into building a real connection with you so I can fight to get you the care and attention you deserve. Your compensation matters, and in a truck accident, you need all the support you can get.

The Stakes Are Extremely High In Truck Accidents

Truck accidents are so much more complex than car crashes for many reasons, including:

• Catastrophic injuries: The vehicles are bigger, heavier and cause worse injuries.
• Multiple liable parties:. The chain of fault is extremely confusing to most, including many legal professionals.
• Federal regulations: Trucking industries are beholden to many federal rules, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the hours of service (HOS) rules.
• Aggressive insurance: Trucking companies are trying to minimize costs and to their insurance carriers, that’s all you are.

When I work with you, I will treat you with the care and attention you deserve. I will fight to recover all the compensation you deserve and hold the trucking company accountable for the faults that led to your injury.

Who Can Be Held Liable In A Georgia Tractor Trailer Accident?

The truest piece of information you may receive from the insurance company is to allude to how complicated finding out who is truly at fault for your accident is. In any given accident, any of the following could be at fault:

• The driver: The driver is responsible for following brake regulations and making sensible decisions on the road, as well as staying alert and unimpaired by drugs or alcohol.
• The trucking company: As the owner of the vehicle, they’re responsible for driver training and the general state of the vehicle.
• Cargo loader: Those who load the truck have a responsibility to make sure it is not loaded beyond capacity, which can impact handling.
• Maintenance crew: If the truck undergoes maintenance at a third party, that party takes on responsibility for the repairs and updates it makes.

In most of the cases I’ve seen, it’s more than just one party responsible. Frequently, there are multiple contributing factors in these cases. It can take a long time to recover everything you are owed, but I have the perseverance to go for as long as necessary.

Common Truck Accidents On Atlanta Highways

Truck accidents often happen on heavily traveled commercial corridors like I-285, I-75 and I-85. These highways carry constant tractor-trailer traffic, delivery vehicles and freight carriers moving through the metro area. Some of the most common truck accidents I handle in the Atlanta area include: 

• Jackknife accidents caused by sudden braking or slick road conditions on I-285
• Rear-end crashes involving overloaded tractor-trailers in stop-and-go traffic on I-75
• Blind spot collisions when truck drivers fail to see nearby vehicles during lane changes
• Underride accidents involving smaller passenger vehicles sliding beneath trailers
• Rollover crashes caused by speeding, cargo shifts or dangerous highway curves
• Fatigue-related crashes involving truck drivers who exceed federal driving-hour regulations
• Wide-turn accidents near busy Atlanta exits, intersections and distribution centers

These crashes usually involve multiple liable parties, including trucking companies, cargo loaders, maintenance providers and commercial insurers. 

What Is The Value Of My Truck Accident Claim?

The damages that you may incur in a truck accident are rather extensive. You could stand to see a settlement or verdict in the millions of dollars range, which would include such damages as:

• Past and future medical expenses: Between original treatment, stabilization, long-term care, rehabilitation and even medical transport, the treatment costs for these injuries are astronomical.
• Lost wages and earning capacity: After a truck accident, you may be out of work for sometime, or even permanently disabled. This will impact your ability to provide for your family, and should be a major component of any litigation.
• Pain and suffering: It is impossible to put a dollar tag on the cost of pain, both physical and emotional. However, it is real damage and you deserve to pursue it.
• Loss of consortium: Often, truck accident injuries are fatal, and you lose the person you spent time with. How do you calculate the loss of that kind of connection?
• Punitive damages: In issues where the negligent actions were especially egregious, the court or jury may order punitive damages to punish the at-fault party.

The high value of these damages, as well as the sometimes hard-to-define nature of them, is a major reason why these battles become so hard-fought. But I’m ready for it.

Atlanta Truck Accidents FAQs

Below, I have addressed common questions I encounter during consultation sessions with clients.

How long do I have to file a truck accident lawsuit in Atlanta?

Georgia gives injury victims two years from the date of the truck accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline can prevent you from recovering compensation for medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering. It is important to act quickly after a crash because trucking evidence may disappear within days or weeks. 

What should I do if a trucking company’s insurance adjuster calls me after a crash on I-285?

You should avoid giving a recorded statement or accepting an early settlement offer before speaking with an attorney. Insurance adjusters often look for ways to minimize payouts or shift blame onto the victim.

Instead, direct all communication to your lawyer. As an attorney, I can protect your rights, handle negotiations and prevent you from saying something that could damage your claim later.

Can I still recover damages if I was partially at fault for my tractor-trailer accident in Georgia?

Yes. Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule. This means you can still recover compensation as long as you were less than 50% responsible for the accident.

Your compensation may be reduced based on your percentage of fault. For example, if you were found 20% responsible, your recovery would be reduced by 20%. As an experienced truck accident attorney, I can help challenge unfair blame allegations and fight for the compensation you deserve. 

Talented Atlanta Truck Accident Attorney

Reach out today for a free consultation on your accident in Atlanta. As your truck accident attorney, I’ll fight for you for as long as it takes. Learn more about my award-winning service by calling 943-245-8801 or sending an email using this form.