If you live in Atlanta, Georgia, you are no stranger to dangerous highways. Although the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is doing their best to make these roads safer, it will take time. The following highways are some of the most hazardous in the state of Georgia, and we urge you…
Anytime a large commercial truck crashes, our wrongful death attorneys know there is the potential for devastating damage and injuries. However, the risks of injury increase substantially if the truck is carrying toxic chemicals or substances. Trucks that carry hazardous materials are referred to as HAZMAT trucks and it requires additional training…
Truck driver error is the most common cause1 of collisions involving large commercial trucks in the United States, according to our truck accident attorneys. When you think of driver errors, you likely think of texting and driving, drunk driving, speeding, and similar acts. But, our truck accident lawyers find that one type of driver…
In this video, trial attorney Ted Spaulding explains three reasons why semi-truck accident cases are more complicated than other personal injury cases. Three reasons why semi-truck accident cases are more complicated than other personal injury cases. Keep watching this video to find out why. Hi. I’m Theodore Spaulding. I’m Atlanta…
Construction is an extremely dangerous profession. Workers regularly suffer injuries in a variety of accidents, including electrocutions, falls, and much more. Workers who work in road construction have even more risks to deal with every day. In turn, the workers are also at risk of causing injury to others who…
In this video, trial attorney Ted Spaulding explains three reasons why semi-truck accident cases are more complicated than other personal injury cases. Three reasons why semi-truck accident cases are more complicated than other personal injury cases. Keep watching this video to find out why. Hi. I’m Theodore Spaulding. I’m Atlanta…
Much like an airplane, most commercial trucks have an event data recorder,1 also known as a “black box,” that records important information regarding the performance of the truck. Some of the information recorded includes the following: GPS information regarding the truck location at a certain time Communications between the driver and trucking…
In this video, trial attorney Ted Spaulding reviews liability in personal injury cases during truck accidents in Georgia. Hi, Ted Spaulding here, founder, lead trial attorney at Spaulding Injury Law. Thanks for watching this video. We’re gonna answer the question, who is liable in a truck accident in Georgia? So,…
At the Atlanta office of Spaulding Injury Law, our truck accident attorneys work to hold negligent truck drivers and companies liable for any accidents and injuries they cause. If you have suffered injury in a truck accident, please contact our office for assistance today by calling (770) 744-0890 to schedule…
In this video, attorney Theodore Spaulding answers the question of how truck accident attorneys are compensated during personal injury cases. How much does a truck accident attorney cost? Hi. I’m Theodore Spaulding. I’m an Atlanta trial lawyer and the founder here at Spaulding Injury Law. Keep watching this video to…
In this video, attorney Theodore Spaulding explains what steps are needed to obtain the police report after a motor vehicle accident in Georgia. How to obtain the police report after a car accident? Hi, I’m, Ted Spaulding. I’m an Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, I’m the founder here at Spaulding…
In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews why is it important to properly identify the tractor-trailer involved in your motor vehicle wreck. He explains the nuances of truck accident cases and how these details help in a truck accident case. Why is it important to properly identify the tractor-trailer involved…
In this video, Attorney Ted Spaulding reviews the importance of spoliation of evidence letters for a tractor-trailer accident case. He explains what spoliation letters are in the context of this kind of litigation, and how a lawyer can assist. Why are spoliation of evidence letters so vital in your tractor-trailer…
If you’ve been involved in a devastating collision with a large truck in Alpharetta, it’s easy to overlook important details in the confusing aftermath of the accident. However, following some basic steps after a wreck will be crucial to protecting your health and your legal rights. After a collision with…
Anyone involved in the trucking industry or who owns a large truck as their personal vehicle knows that operating trucks require more attention and expertise than most other vehicles, which is why skilled truck drivers are in high demand. Employers know that it’s a dangerous profession, so shouldn’t you have…
Every motorist wants to avoid a truck accident as much as possible. Truck accidents can be caused in several ways. One of the common causes is mechanical failure. The little things – like the gears on a semi-truck – can cause a truck to break down and hurt other drivers….
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) lists the maximum semi-trailer width as 102 inches or 8.5 feet. Most semi-trucks that you encounter on the road are no more than 102 inches wide. Regulators have determined that this is the width at which a truck driver can safely occupy their lane. …
There are many reasons why you need a police report after your car accident. You may not be able to move your car following the accident. The other driver may be intoxicated or uninsured. The driver may have even left the scene of the accident. Whatever the case, a police…
Before answering this question, allow us to explain what a “spoliation of evidence letter” or “preservation letter” is. This letter is sent to the trucking company for the at-fault driver requesting that it preserve certain evidence or potential evidence that may be relevant to your injury case against it and…
As experienced truck accident lawyers, we are aware of the legal distinctions and differences in the way that truck crashes are handled versus typical car accident cases. However, it might surprise those who have never been involved in a personal injury case involving a truck crash that these types of collisions…
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