When an individual is involved in an accident with a tractor-trailer or other commercial truck, the victim may be eligible for compensation, depending on who was found to be at fault. It is important to understand liability issues in the state of Georgia when it comes to truck accidents. This blog post will review many of the common questions people have regarding liability in a truck accident. 

Identifying the At-Fault Party:

In any accident, one of the key steps is determining who was at fault for causing the crash. Many times, this can be difficult to ascertain as there are often multiple contributing factors that led to the collision. For example, if both drivers were speeding and partially caused the accident, then both may be considered partially liable for the damages incurred. In some cases, a third party may also be liable such as poor road conditions or an equipment malfunction due to a manufacturing defect. 

Calculating Compensation:

Once liability has been determined and negligence can be proved, then victims may be eligible for compensation for their losses including medical bills, lost wages and pain/suffering damages. The amount of compensation awarded typically depends on several factors including severity of injuries and length of recovery time required. An experienced attorney can help calculate what amount should be requested in order to properly cover all expenses related to the accident. 

Paying out Damages:

The party found liable for damages must pay out any awards granted by either a court or through an insurance settlement negotiated by legal counsel representing the injured person or persons. Depending on how much insurance coverage is available from either party’s insurer, it may not always cover all costs associated with a serious trucking accident case; however, an experienced attorney can help investigate if additional sources are available that can provide additional funds towards compensating victims after a serious crash involving a commercial vehicle. 

 At The Lopes Law Firm we understand that being involved in a trucking accident can cause significant distress and disruption to your life; therefore our attorneys are here to assist Atlanta residents with personal injury matters such as understanding liability after being involved in an accident with a tractor-trailer or other commercial trucking vehicle. We know that no two cases are alike which is why we strive to offer personalized services tailored around each client’s needs so you get maximum benefit from our assistance during this difficult time. If you have been injured due to someone else's negligence please contact us today so we can help you get back on track as quickly as possible!