How can a truck accident lawyer help?
Have you been injured by a truck? Do you need legal advice on dealing with trucking and insurance companies? Are you stressed about getting repair and medical bills paid? Do you need help with litigation and negotiating settlements?
Powers Law Group, a truck accident law firm in Macon, GA handles all types of tractor trailer truck accident cases, including those that involve:
- Detaching trailers
- Product liability
- Drunk or fatigued drivers
- Negligent hiring practices
- Excessive speed
- Drivers falsify log books
The Federal government requires tractor-trailer and other large truck operators to acquire a commercial drivers license and undergo limited drug and alcohol testing. However, many truck safety advocates question the effectiveness of the licensing and testing program.
These large vehicles are legally permitted to haul up to 80,000 pounds or 40 tons of cargo. Consider that a typical passenger car weighs only about 2,000 to 4,000 pounds and it is easy to understand just why these accidents can be so catastrophic.
Every year, nearly 500,000 large trucks (also known as tractor-trailers, semis, semi trucks, 18-wheelers, big rigs) are involved in traffic accidents in the United States. Approximately 5,000 of these accidents involving semi trailer trucks result in fatalities. In addition, many cases are won when the driver operates the vehicle for more hours than logged in the driver’s book. The personal injury attorneys at Powers Law Group are your truck accident lawyers in Macon, GA and they are there to help you.
Georgia Tractor Trailer Accident Attorneys Macon GA
Types of Truck Accidents
- Tractor Trailer Driver Fatigue
- Truck Accidents Caused by Cargo
- Tractor Trailer Accidents Resulting from Faulty Inspection, Maintenance and Repair
- Truck Accidents Caused by a Drunk Driver
- Wrongful Death from Trucking Accidents
Commercial Motor Vehicle Traffic Codes & Safety Rules Related to Truck Accidents
- 40-8-2: Unsafe vehicles, DPS safety rules authority
- 40-8-3: Load dragging on roadway
- 40-8-7: Operating unsafe vehicle
- 40-6-50(b): Driving in emergency lane, gore, or median
- 40-6-52(b): Improper lane use on multi-lane highways
- 40-6-254: Unsecured loads
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Tractor Trailer Truck Accident Lawyer Testimonials Macon GA
Tractor Trailer Accident Testimonial by C. Kare
Jeff and his staff are an amazing legal team! He invested countless hours and resources in handling my tractor trailer accident case. You could not ask for a better lawyer! He was always quick to respond to my questions/concerns. I was very satisfied with the outcome of my case and would highly recommend Jeff Powers to anyone needing representation in a personal injury case.
Semi-Truck Accident Lawyers in Georgia
The Macon attorneys at Powers Law Group can counsel you regarding your legal rights, negotiate with insurance companies and litigate your claims.
Workplace Accident – Aureila Woods
I got injured at a nursing home where I had worked for over 9 years. The insurance company sent me to their doctor who said my injury was degenerative and not related to the work accident. I retained Jeff Powers to represent me and he had me evaluated by 3 other doctors who helped prove our case. I was very happy with Mr. Powers’ office staff and his ability to help me achieve an excellent settlement of my case. I would strongly recommend him to anyone I know who needs an aggressive lawyer. ~ Aureila Woods
Workers Compensation – Linda W.
Jeff started working with me in Jan. of 09. He was always there for me, sometimes just to listen to me vent. He handled a workers comp case for me, and I received a decent settlement. His office staff are some of the nicest people I have meant. They are very friendly and helpful. I strongly recommend Jeff and his staff. Actually I was so impressed with Jeff and his staff I have decided to become a paralegal. I start classes on the 7th of April. Don’t listen to that guy that says “One call thats all”. ~ Linda W. on Yahoo
Car Accident – Margaret Kidd & Leslie Tober
We were very happy with the result that Mr. Powers achieved for our case. His office staff was responsive to our phones calls at all stages. This was a very difficult time for us and put a strain on our family.
We would strongly recommend Jeffery Powers to anyone who has been hurt in a car accident and needs a lawyer who will not just accept the insurance companies’ low ball offer. Mr. Powers will take the case to court if necessary. ~ Margaret Kidd & Leslie Tober