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Holding Georgia Truck Companies Liable for Your Marietta Accident Injuries

The trucking industry is a necessity in our society, as goods that we need are delivered all over the country; however, because of this, truckers are constantly on the road driving long hours without breaks. Because of the bad reputation truck drivers have regarding lack of sleep and not taking proper breaks, most motorists are scared to drive next to them on the highways for fear that a Georgia truck accident will occur.

Tractor-trailer accidents typically cause more severe injuries than auto accidents due to the sheer size and weight of a semi truck. When a Marietta truck wreck occurs due to driver fatigue, there are ways to prove that the drowsy trucker was the one responsible for the accident.

This is why it is essential to hire a skilled Marietta truck accident attorney for help after a crash with a tractor-trailer. A lawyer experienced in representing victims of truck wrecks will know to do the following:

Look for the truck's recorded data
View the trucker's log books
Preserve critical accident evidence
Ask essential questions
Pursue the highest damages available with the trucker's insurance company

Most large trucks have computers built into them that record data about the truck's speed, time on the road, location of the truck, and what time an accident occurs. This information generally provides a lawyer with the information he needs to build a successful case against the trucker and show that the driver did not take the proper rest periods regulated by federal laws.

If evidence the attorney gathers points to the fact that the truck driver was negligent behind the wheel by working longer hours than allowed, then you need to hold that trucker and the responsible Georgia truck company liable for your truck accident injuries.

A Georgia truck accident attorney can even help you with other truck crash claims, such as:

Poor truck maintenance
Unsecured cargo loads
Unbalanced cargo
Lack of reflectors
Jackknife crashes
Rear-end or head-on accidents
DUI/DWI - Alcohol impaired driving
Driving under the influence of drugs
Aggressive driving

When a truck driver participates in any of the above behaviors, he and his trucking company should be responsible for your injuries. Hold them liable for your medical bills, pain and suffering, physical therapy, ongoing medical care, lost wages, and more.

Contact a knowledgeable Marietta truck accident lawyer with The Dover Law Firm at 1.770.518.1133 for a free legal consultation today. We will fight for your just recovery and help you through this difficult process.