Large commercial trucks drive day and night on Georgia’s major highways posing a threat to everyone’s safety. Whether you were in a collision with a truck along a major highway or a country road, turn to our team at Lynda L. Parks Law to fight for full compensation for your losses.

As the trucking business is one of America’s most competitive industries, this competition pushes many carriers to place undue pressure on their workers leading to many fatigued drivers. Truckers carry various sizes and kinds of cargo and take on a huge responsibility for transporting loads safely. The massive weight and size of their cargo can lead to devastating motor vehicle accidents causing head injuries, spinal injuries, and fatalities. In such accidents, trucking companies can be held responsible for placing their drivers in these unsafe working conditions. In addition, the companies that maintain trucks may also be liable for allowing hazardous trucks out on the road when they knew dangers existed. Below is a complete list of possible liable parties:

• The truck driver – The investigation begins with them. The accident may have been caused due to fatigue, distraction, drugs and alcohol, risky driving practices, and many others. It’s not enough to know that the driver is responsible for the crash but also why.
• Trucking companies – Similar to other injury claims, a trucking company may be liable to the actions of its employees in certain circumstances. Companies have legal obligations when they hire, train and monitor drivers. They’re also obligated to have appropriate safety procedures and truck maintenance in place. If they fail to follow their legal duties, they may be liable.
• Cargo owners and cargo loaders – Poor procedures and execution can lead to unsecured or unstable loads that pose a danger to everyone on the road. Even if cargo is loaded correctly, the cargo container itself can be dangerous. Truckers often transport dangerous chemicals that can be either flammable or corrosive. They put their trust in container manufacturers and loaders to handle dangerous cargo with appropriate care when they’re attached to a truck.
• Truck and parts manufacturers – A truck driver and a company can do everything correctly, but that may not matter if a key part gives way under stress. Failed brakes, broken coupling and failed safety equipment are all potential causes of accidents.

If you have been in a truck accident, you and your passengers may have been seriously injured and your vehicle may have sustained major damage. You are also likely to have many questions about what to do after a truck accident. Most of all, remember not to admit fault, and once your immediate safety and health concerns have been met, call Lynda L. Parks Law so we can begin to take care of your needs. We will look into getting compensation for a variety of losses such as:

• Medical bills;
• Loss of wages;
• Future lost income;
• Pain and suffering;
• Rehabilitation costs;
• Treatment center costs; and
• Reconstructive surgery costs.