Truck Accidents
Truck Accident Facts for Georgia DriversPosted in Truck Accidents,Uncategorized on September 21, 2018
Truck accidents are a major contributor to injuries and deaths on roadways across the United States, and Georgia is no exception. These commercial trucks – known as big-rigs, semis, and tractor-trailers – make many drivers nervous, as their size and weight are reasonably formidable. One of the best ways to reduce the likelihood of being… read more
How are Georgian’s Responding to New Hands-Free Law?Posted in Car Accidents,Motorcycle Accidents,Truck Accidents on July 27, 2018
In an effort to reduce the number of auto accidents caused by distracted driving, Georgia has implemented new laws targeting drivers. House Bill 673, or the Distracted Driving Bill, set new laws related to cell phones and electronic devices. Now that the law has been in effect for a few weeks, many people are wondering… read more
What is The Definition of Distracted Driving?Posted in Car Accidents,Motorcycle Accidents,Truck Accidents on June 26, 2018
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), auto accidents caused by distracted driving claim the lives of nine people every day across the United States. That equates to more than 3,200 deaths each year that could likely have been prevented had the distracted driver been paying attention to the road. With an… read more
How to Report Dangerous Drivers in GeorgiaPosted in Car Accidents,Motorcycle Accidents,Truck Accidents on July 11, 2017
As Atlanta car accident lawyers, we see the effects of dangerous driving all too frequently. If you’re INJURED in an accident caused by a dangerous driver, first call 9-1-1 to report the accident. Then call The Dixon Firm injury lawyers at 888-DIXON-11. Injured? Call Now! No Injuries: 9-1-1 | Georgia Non-Emergency Numbers by County – … read more
What Are the Common Causes of Truck Accidents?Posted in Truck Accidents,Uncategorized on May 16, 2017
Across America, approximately 415,000 police-reported large truck crashes occurred in 2015 (the most recent date for which data is available) – 83,000 of which involved injury and 3,598 of which were fatal. With such high numbers, it is reasonable to research the most common causes of truck accidents. Understanding these causes can help prevent similar… read more