For Fast Answers
- Call 911, get medical care, and document the scene (photos, witness info).
- Do not speak to the trucking company’s insurer.
- Truck cases involve federal regulations, black box data, and multiple liable parties.
- KP Law preserves evidence fast and fights for full compensation.
Why Truck Crashes Are Different (and More Complex)
Commercial truck cases aren’t just “big car accidents.” They often involve:
- Multiple Defendants: Driver, trucking company, cargo loader, maintenance contractors, manufacturers.
- Electronic Logging Device (ELD)/Black Box Data: Speed, braking, hours of service.
- FMCSA Violations: Over-hours driving, poor maintenance, overloaded cargo.
- Aggressive Defense: Carriers deploy rapid-response teams immediately.
Bottom line: Acting fast preserves critical evidence that can make or break your case.
The Fulton County Reality
Heavy truck traffic on I-75, I-85, I-20, and I-285 plus frequent interchanges create high-risk scenarios: lane changes, blind-spot collisions, jackknifes, and rear-end impacts. Even “minor” truck accidents can cause major injuries due to weight and stopping distance.
What To Do After a Truck Crash (Step-by-Step)
- Call 911 & Get Medical Care (even if you feel “okay”).
- Photograph Everything: Vehicles, roadway, skid marks, debris, signage, injuries.
- Collect Information: Driver, employer, DOT number, trailer number, witnesses.
- Don’t Talk to Their Insurance: Refer all calls to your attorney.
- Call KP Law Immediately: We send a spoliation letter to preserve black box data, logbooks, and maintenance records.
How KP Law Builds Truck Cases That Win
- Rapid Evidence Preservation: ELD/black box, dispatch records, bills of lading, maintenance logs.
- Regulatory Analysis: Hours-of-service, driver qualification files, prior violations.
- Accident Reconstruction: Qualified experts model speed, impact angles, and stopping distances.
- Medical Damages Strategy: Project future care, vocational loss, and life-care costs.
- Litigation-Ready Prep: We negotiate from a position of trial strength.
Compensation You Can Pursue
- Medical bills (current & future)
- Lost wages & loss of earning capacity
- Pain & suffering, PTSD
- Property damage
- Punitive damages (in egregious cases)
FAQ
Q: The trucking company called me. Should I give a statement?
A: No. Have them contact KP Law. Recorded statements are used to minimize your claim.
Q: What if I might be partially at fault?
A: Georgia’s comparative negligence may still allow recovery. Let us evaluate.
Q: How soon should I call a lawyer?
A: Immediately. Trucking companies move fast; evidence can disappear.
Injured in a truck crash in Fulton County or Atlanta? Get fierce, fearless representation.
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