CASE RESULTS $1,000,000: Settlement in 2005 for the widow of a man killed in collision with a semi in north Georgia; settlement for insurance policy limits of truck owner was obtained within six months of representation. $800,000: Wrongful death settlement in 2005 for the widow of a man killed in collision with a dump truck, case is believed to be largest wrongful death verdict or settlement in the rural north Georgia county where the case was filed.

Semis, tractor trailers, buses and dump trucks barrel down Georgia highways weighing more than 40,000 pounds - 10 times the weight of your 4,000 pound passenger car.

In an accident, you don't stand a chance.

With all that weight and workday after workday sharing our highways, these professional drivers and trucking companies have a responsibility for your safety.

When they fail, the consequences are often catastrophic.

Truck drivers are required to obey strict regulations regarding hours traveled, maintenance and upkeep of their trucks, and other regulations specific to hazardous cargo, which can cause secondary burn and respiratory injuries.

However, frequent reports from safety advocates continue to show trucks running overweight as standard practice (because the minimal fines are not a deterrent to the higher profits of running heavy trucks).

At Commander+Pound, you will find a law firm with the extensive medical knowledge to help you determine the extent of your injuries and the legal experience to fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.

State and federal trucking laws are complex and recovering damages on your behalf often requires fighting with an out-of-state trucking company.

In 2006, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's report found that about 1 in every 20 truck drivers will be involved in an accident - roughly 141,000 truck carshes each year, more than half of which are the fault of the truck driver.

Top 10 Causes of Truck Accidents:

1. Prescription Drug Use
2. Traveling Too Fast
3. Unfamiliar with Roadway
4. Over-the-counter Drug Use
5. Inadequate Surveillance
6. Fatigue
7. Illegal Maneuver
8. Exterior Distraction
9. Inadequate Evasive Action
10. Aggressive Driving Behavior

These are all example of negligence on the part of the truck driver. An experienced Georgia trucking accident lawyer like those at Commander+Pound can help investigate your case, uncover the reasons behind the accident, and get you the compensation you deserve for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering and other benefits to which you are entitled.

If you or someone you love has been involved in an accident with a semi, dump truck or large commercial vehicle, contact Commander+Pound today for a free appointment to discuss your rights.

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