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Amazon’s Dangerous Trucking Policies

By Grant Law Office on April 15, 2023

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Atlanta residents love the ability to order goods on Amazon, and see the items appear on the doorstep, typically within a day or two. While the convenience of the service is undeniable, the fast delivery times offered by Amazon comes with significant risks. Residents can rarely venture to the streets, roads, and highways in Atlanta without seeing several Amazon vehicles, including huge commercial trucks. Amazon manages its ultra-fast delivery service with a process that includes moving large quantities of popular goods to warehouse locations, transported by semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and tractor-trailers.

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The Role of Large Trucks’ Black Boxes After Accidents

By Grant Law Office on March 20, 2023

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Many large commercial trucks have devices similar to black boxes in airplanes. These electronic control modules (ECMs) or event data recorders (EDRs) are commonly referred to as black boxes. After a truck accident that causes serious injuries, a black box can provide powerful evidence to support a claim for compensation.

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Large Truck Blind Spots 101

By Grant Law Office on February 5, 2023

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Blind spots are areas around a vehicle that the driver cannot see in rear view or side mirrors. Large commercial trucks have gigantic blind spots, also known as “no zones.” Truckers have a responsibility to check their spots carefully, using other means than mirrors, to avoid causing deadly accidents.

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How Poor Truck Braking Causes Dangerous Accidents

By Grant Law Office on November 10, 2022

red, black, and white semi parked by sunset

Trucks’ downhill braking systems are vital as they can prevent devastating accidents. When a truck is traveling downhill, the weight of the load shifts to the front of the truck, making it difficult to stop. A good downhill braking system can help prevent this by automatically applying the brakes when the truck starts to descend a hill. This can help keep the truck under control and prevent it from getting out of control and causing an accident.

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What Causes Jackknife Accidents?

By Grant Law Office on July 15, 2022

red crashed semi laying on its side

A jackknife accident occurs when the trailer of a truck swings out and is level with the truck cabin, causing it to resemble a partially unfolded pocket knife. This could occur for a variety of reasons including poor weather conditions, driver error or mechanical failure.

If you have been injured in a jackknife accident, you are likely in need of an attorney. A thorough investigation of the accident must be undertaken to determine liability. An experienced Atlanta truck accident attorney can assist with this, as well as pursue any damages you may be entitled to.

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Trucking Industry Practices that Endanger Drivers

By Grant Law Office on April 4, 2022

A big rig turned on its right side following a highway accident.

Georgia Truck Accident Attorneys

Interstate 20 runs through the heart of Georgia and is a main thoroughfare in the southern states from South Carolina all the way through Texas. It is no surprise that the trucking industry heavily populates this corridor, transporting goods across the entire southeast. The more semi-trucks on the road the higher the rates of trucking accidents occur. If you or your loved one have been in a Georgia trucking accident the Grant Law Office may be able to help you.

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What You Need to Know about Trucking DUI Laws

By Grant Law Office on February 2, 2021

car key fob sitting next to a cocktail

We rely on truck drivers to get goods from one side of the country to another. Without these drivers, the economy would come to a screeching halt. However, that does not mean truck drivers shouldn’t be held accountable when they disobey the rules of the road.

Georgia has strict laws concerning truck drivers and alcohol. These laws are meant to protect everyday drivers, who could be put at risk if a truck driver gets behind the wheel while inebriated.

In case you are ever injured by an intoxicated truck driver in GA, here’s what you should know.

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When Cargo Spills Turn Deadly

By Grant Law Office on January 2, 2021

semi-truck cargo spill accident

The American economy relies on semi-trucks and their drivers. Without them, goods could not be efficiently transported from state to state. However, trucks can pose a serious danger while on the road. Tractor-trailers often weigh upwards of 80,000 pounds, meaning they can easily crush any obstacles in their path, including other vehicles. However, one of the most dangerous aspects of a truck is the cargo it carries. If that cargo spills, depending on what it is, it can cause catastrophic damage.

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Georgia Driver Indicted on Multiple Counts for Tracy Morgan Crash

By Grant Law Office on February 6, 2016

A 35-year-old truck driver from Georgia faces multiple criminal charges for the accident that resulted in the death of 62-year-old comic James McNair and left actor Tracy Morgan severely injured. The fatal truck accident occurred in the Summer of 2014 on the New Jersey Turnpike. The Georgia truck driver now faces a number of charges, including first-degree aggravated manslaughter, second-degree vehicular homicide, and various aggravated assault charges.

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Atlanta Truck Driver’s Error Devastates Family

By Grant Law Office on October 11, 2015

blue Peterbilt semi-truck

It’s amazing how a simple act of negligence can bring tragedy to a young family in a matter of seconds. According to a story on Atlanta’s 11alive news last month, a small truck carrying a married couple and their two young daughters was struck by a runaway tractor trailer while driving down Highway 41 in Emerson, Georgia. The mother, Kyra Karr, 31, was killed in the truck accident; her husband, Reed Karr, 36, and their two daughter were hospitalized in serious but stable condition. It took rescue crews two hours to extract the three survivors from their wrecked vehicle.

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