Georgia Trucking Accidents
The Georgia law firm of Henry Spiegel Milling LLP is experienced in trucking accidents arising from driver fatigue and error, equipment failure, falsified logbooks, under ride, and other violations of state law.
Everything Is Different When a Truck Is Involved!
Trucking accidents often result in severe injuries or a loved one’s death. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), accidents involving large trucks were responsible for 4,321 deaths, 77,000 injuries, and 287,000 property damage claims in 2006. They unfortunately happen frequently, and their impacts are usually catastrophic.
Many lawyers make the mistake of treating trucking accident cases like any other automobile collision case. This can be a costly mistake. At the Atlanta, Georgia law firm of Henry Spiegel Milling, we understand the pain, suffering, and challenges that you now face. We know you need our lawyers for trucking accidents in Atlanta and the surrounding areas of Georgia because:
- The emotional and financial stakes are high.
- Truck accident law is very complicated and very specific.
- Responsible parties typically have the resources to move quickly and aggressively to limit their liability and your rights, unless you know what to do to stop them and get what is justly yours.
Without proper legal counsel, you could become a victim a second time. It is our job to ensure this does not happen, and that you get the justice, compensation, and peace of mind you deserve following a trucking accident.
Knowledge, Experience, and Teamwork Count
- The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act
- State Public Service Commission regulations
- Other industry regulations
- A methodical investigation of all of the facts and documents that motor carriers are required to maintain
We have extensive experience in trucking liability. Having an experienced team on your case is the best way to obtain justice. Every truck accident case at Henry Spiegel Milling has a minimum of two attorneys on a team that includes support staff, and respected subject matter experts, when needed. These experts include:
- Investigators
- Accident reconstructionists
- Photographers
- Other specialists
This team approach helps us maximize the liability picture and present your case as powerfully as possible in negotiations and court.
A History of Success
Over the years, we have successfully handled trucking accident cases involving a variety of issues for our clients. Examples include truck accident cases involving:
- Driver fatigue
- Falsified logbooks
- Under ride
- Driver perception
- Driver error
- Equipment failure
- Violations of other state and federal laws
We cannot emphasize enough that it is critical to hire attorneys very familiar with the trucking industry and all of its regulations when Atlanta trucking accidents occur. For example, federal regulations require trucking companies to maintain certain documents for a short period of time. A lawyer unfamiliar with this law may allow a trucking company to destroy key documents before you can obtain and review them.
Effective Handling of Tractor-Trailer Wreck Claims
At the Atlanta, Georgia law office of Henry Spiegel Milling LLP, we have handled trucking accident cases for decades, and would be happy to discuss your situation with you. We analyze the case by looking at the physical evidence on the roadway, such as skid marks or gouge marks. We examine a trucking company’s internal operating procedures:
- Did the company do the required pre-employment screening of its drivers?
- Does the truck driver meet the required minimum qualifications?
- What does the driver's company-maintained qualification file reveal?
- What do the driver logs reveal about the driver's activities before this wreck?
By thoroughly investigating truck accidents this way, we can apply significant pressure on trucking companies, their insurers and other responsible parties (like truck manufacturers, those responsible for highway maintenance, etc.) to obtain maximum results for our clients. Please contact us for a free consultation regarding your truck accident.
If you or a family member has suffered the devastating impact of serious injuries or loss of loved one as the result of a trucking accident, please call the law firm of Henry Spiegel Milling LLP today. We represent families in Atlanta, throughout Georgia, and nationwide. Call 1-866-959-3877, or contact us by completing our quick web form.
