Atlanta Trucking Accident Lawyers
Here to Help After You’ve Been Injured by a Truck
While car accidents are the most common type of roadway accident, trucking accidents are a different—and often more catastrophic—incident altogether. Tractor-trailers are many times larger and weigh many times more than your typical passenger vehicle, which means they hold many more times the potential to inflict damage when driven negligently.
At Wood Craig & Avery, we know how seriously truck accident-related injuries can impact your life. In addition to the physical damages, many people experience anxiety, depression, and symptoms of PTSD. It is our mission to fight for everything victims of injury deserve after an accident.
Call our truck accident attorneys in Atlanta today at (404) 800-1837. We offer free initial consultations.
How to Fight Trucking & Transportation Companies
Truck accidents are usually more complex than typical car accidents because truckers will have an entire company fighting to limit their liability. An accident can seriously disrupt business, and these companies will do anything they can to minimize their responsibility to the injured. But in many cases, it is the inconsiderate practices of these companies that lead to their drivers getting into accidents.
There are many state and federal regulations that all truckers must follow. Unfortunately, pressures from employers to make deliveries ahead of schedule will tempt drivers into violating these rules. Some companies will even withhold payment from a driver until a delivery is made, pressuring them into breaking safety regulations.
All truckers are required to adhere to the following federal regulations:
- Truckers cannot drive more than 70 hours in 8 consecutive days
- Truckers who work 70 hours a week must rest for 34 consecutive hours
- Truckers can only drive 11 hours out of a 14-hour workday
- Truckers must take 10 hours off duty if they have an 11-hour shift
- Truckers must maintain a log recording all time spent at work, resting, and behind the wheel
- Truckers cannot consume alcohol or mind-altering substances for 8 hours before driving
These are all things that should be investigated by your attorney when collecting evidence for your injury claim.
Make Sure You Have the Right Representation
We know how much is at stake for you and your family when pursuing a personal injury claim for a truck accident. Our experienced Atlanta truck accident lawyers thoroughly investigate every case and prepare for each one as if it is going to trial. We strive to obtain settlements when the opposing party is willing to cooperate, but we are not afraid to fight for our clients at trial, when necessary.
Schedule a free consultation at Wood Craig & Avery today by calling (404) 800-1837.
Millions Recovered For Our Clients
Prepared to Deliver the Outcome You Deserve
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Spine Injury $4.8 Million
Recovery for a spinal injury in disputed liability collision with a commercial van.
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Spine Injury $3.75 Million
Recovery for spinal injury in a truck wreck case.
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Back Injury $2.5 Million
Recovery in Dekalb County for a back injury with pars defect.
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Serious Injury $1 Million
Recovery for a young woman severely injured in a wreck in which she was not wearing her seatbelt.
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Back Injury $875,000
Recovery in Cobb County for a back injury in low impact collision.
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Back Surgery $750,000
Recovery for back surgery with a national corporation.
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Slip & Fall $500,000
Verdict for slip and fall victim.
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Soft Tissue Injury $150,000
Verdict for soft tissue injury with John Doe hit and run driver.
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Confidential Result
A family severely injured in a deck collapse case.
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Confidential Result
Neck and back injury from on the job driver of a worldwide corporation.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say About Us-
“Mr. Wood was a real help to me at a time when I didn't know where to turn.”
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“The whole team at Wood, Craig & Avery is wonderful.”
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“After meeting Harlan, I felt I was in good hands. He seemed smart, capable, ethical, and caring, concerned primarily with my health.”
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“I called Mr. Craig after being in an accident and he was very helpful in guiding me through each process and was there every step of the way.”
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“I would recommend him to anyone.”
- Ann S.
Why Choose Our Firm?
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Will Travel to You
Our attorneys are easily accessible and will make home or hospital visits if needed.
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Over a Century of Combined Experience
Our attorneys have the insight and knowledge to fight for the full and fair compensation you are owed after an injury.
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Nationally Recognized Trial Law Firm
Having handled over 400 jury trials, our attorneys have been honored by prestigious groups such as the National Top 100 Trial Attorneys, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and many more.
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Work Directly with a Lawyer
At Wood Craig & Avery, our attorneys get to know every client personally and handle each case individually.
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Insider Perspective
With an experienced background in insurance defense, our team understands the problems and opportunities from both sides of the courtroom.
Our attorneys are easily accessible and are prepared to deliver the outcome you deserve in your personal injury case.
Helping the Injured for Over a Century