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Interstate 75 runs through South Georgia and carries heavy commercial truck traffic between Florida and northern states. Every day, large trucks travel through cities like Valdosta, Tifton and Cordele. When one of these vehicles crashes, it can cause serious injuries...
Truck accidents can happen for many reasons beyond speed or road conditions. Driver tiredness remains a concern on Georgia highways, even with rules that limit how long truckers can drive. Technology like SmartSense watches driver alertness in real time, showing when...
You’re driving on a Georgia interstate, and a large truck suddenly swerves or stops. The height difference between your vehicle and the truck's trailer can lead to a catastrophic underride collision, where your car slides underneath the truck. In other cases, a...
In Georgia, there have been some truck accident lawsuits that end with millions in compensation for those injured. In past years, these "nuclear verdicts" of tens of millions are becoming more and more common, but how realistic is it to expect these results if you...
Truck driving safety extends to responsibilities beyond how the driver acts behind the wheel. All parties involved with the operation of a tractor-trailer share a duty to protect others from harm. These tasks include ensuring that a truck is not overloaded with cargo...
When it comes to picking a vehicle in Georgia, drivers have choices. Some opt for large rides like pickup trucks while others prefer smaller cars. Regardless of vehicle choice, accidents still happen; this is how accidents between pickups and cars compare. Pickup...
Truck accidents happen far too often on Georgia highways. Sometimes, they happen due to multiple causes and the behavior of several drivers, but sometimes, they are also caused directly by the truck driver. The fact that truck drivers generally drive long shifts and...
Georgia is among the top five states for trucking accidents. This type of accident is often fatal because of the vast size and weight difference between semi-trucks and regular cars. Side guards are one way that Georgia truck drivers could reduce the fatality of...
Statistics compiled by federal agencies often paint an accurate picture of certain subjects. Those wondering about the dangers large trucks pose to other drivers and pedestrians may look at figures reported by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The data...
Distracted driving affects an average of 3,000 drivers in the U.S. every year. Truck accidents caused by driving while distracted often result in fatalities. In Georgia, distracted driving is a cause of many accidents. DUI tests The crime of driving under the...
