Cumming Truck Accident Lawyer

Fighting for Commercial Truck Accident Victims in Cumming

If your car accident involved a commercial vehicle, truck, or 18-wheeler on a Georgia road or interstate, you may be entitled to personal injury damages. Our experienced truck accident lawyers in Cumming are invaluable allies in the pursuit of justice and fair compensation for your injuries.

At The Manton Law Firm, LLC, we are dedicated to helping clients recover the compensation they deserve after a serious truck accident. With millions of dollars recovered for injury clients in the past, we know how to take on insurance companies and other entities that deny our clients fair monetary damages. Our strategic approach ensures each case is thoroughly evaluated, leaving no stone unturned in our fight for justice.

If you have been seriously injured, contact a truck accident attorney in Cumming by calling (678) 926-9208 today to get the help you deserve!

How are Commercial Truck Accidents Different?

Commercial vehicle, trucking, and tractor-trailer accident claims and lawsuits involve additional aspects of investigation beyond the typical factors of an auto accident case. Federal regulations that govern the operation of big rigs on our streets and highways must be examined in light of the circumstances of the trucking collision.

For example, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration maintains and enforces Hours of Service regulations to keep tired truck drivers off the road, and violation of these regulations may be used as evidence in a personal injury or wrongful death claim. Understanding these federal guidelines is crucial, as they can significantly impact the outcome of legal proceedings.

Truck accidents also involve a complex tangle of relationships between commercial shipping companies, vehicle owners, drivers, and their various insurance carriers—all seeking to avoid responsibility in a crash. Unfortunately, victims and their families tend to get lost in the blame game. The Manton Law Firm, LLC, is committed to helping ensure our clients have a voice, and we work tirelessly to hold those responsible for a truck accident accountable for their actions. We offer a comprehensive legal strategy tailored to uncover negligence or compliance failures among these parties, enhancing our clients' chances for a successful claim.

What Factors are Used to Determine Truck Liability?

If you were injured in a trucking accident in Georgia, our legal team is here to help.

We conduct a thorough investigation of all areas that may prove the truck driver's responsibility, such as:

• The driver's log book to determine how many hours they had been driving
• Any training the driver had or had not undergone
• Ignored procedures or protocols they should have been following
• Illegal activity, such as driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• The maintenance record of the truck

Our investigation sometimes uncovers that the driver had a history of poor driving and/or wrecks and that the company should not have hired or retained this driver in light of the poor driving record. When we scrutinize the driver's past, we often reveal systematic failures of the hiring company, which can crucially influence the liabilities assigned in these cases.

Another important factor to investigate is whether the vehicle's shipping load was properly secured and within acceptable weight limits. If it is not, the business responsible for loading the freight may be responsible for the accident as well. A poorly loaded truck can result in catastrophic outcomes, and identifying this aspect is vital for presenting a strong case.