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Trucks are a part of daily life in Atlanta and the rest of the country, as we have become reliant on a steady stream of goods throughout the nation. Trucks serve an integral role in the economics of the modern world, as they deliver and ship goods throughout the world. However, trucks also unfortunately lead to severe accidents and injuries due to the impact a truck accident creates. If you have been involved in a severe truck accident, contact our Atlanta truck accident lawyer as you may be entitled to compensation for any injuries you received as a result of the accident.

 

TRUCK ACCIDENT STATISTICS

The U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has determined that in 2012, around 104,000 people were injured in truck accidents. Additionally, around 4,000 people were killed in truck accidents, which is unfortunately an increase from 2011. In Georgia, there were around 150 fatalities stemming from accidents involving large trucks in 2012. This number has remained relatively stable and does not show signs of either increasing or decreasing since 2009, aside from a small spike in 2011. This indicates an ongoing problem that has yet to be solved by Georgia officials surrounding the safety in truck accidents and a need for skilled and experienced truck accident lawyers in Atlanta. An accident between a truck and a car has the potential to cause severe injuries. A truck and its driver stands a better chance of coming out of any accident relatively unscathed, while a car and its passengers may suffer devastating injuries.

TRUCK ACCIDENT RECOVERY

Due to the impact caused by truck accidents, passengers of a car involved in a truck accident may suffer from the following injuries:

  • Broken bones
  • Burns
  • Amputations
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal injuries

These injuries are often extremely severe and require ongoing rehabilitation, hospital stays, in-home care, and medical visits. The medical care is additionally not indicative of whether a victim of a truck accident will fully recover and gain use of a body part that was severely injured during the accident. Severely broken bones can also lead to ongoing difficulties in the future that can seriously impact your ability to enjoy life in the same way you did prior to the accident.

As a victim of a truck accident, you are entitled to recover compensation for your injuries and ongoing care from the responsible party. This amount will include hospital visits, rehabilitation, lost wages, and future earnings. The amount also includes non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering or mental anguish. If you believe you are entitled to recover for injuries received during a truck accident, do not hesitate to contact an experienced truck or car accident attorney.

SUTTON T. SLOVER | ATLANTA, GEORGIA TRUCK ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

If you have been injured in a truck accident, contact Sutton T. Slover today for your initial free consultation. Atlanta personal injury lawyer Sutton T. Slover has years of experience in handling personal injury cases, including truck accidents. Sutton T. Slover understands how devastating these accidents can be, on both a financial and emotional basis, and will work tirelessly to ensure you receive the recovery you deserve.