Augusta Truck Accident Lawyer
A premier truck accident law firm in Augusta that fights for victims’ rights and their rightful compensation.
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EXPERT AUGUSTA TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYERS
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If a truck accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence leaves you or someone you loved injured, a dedicated Augusta personal injury lawyer is standing by to help you recover on the full scope of your losses – in support of your most complete recovery.
According to a local news outlet, Augusta averages about 18,000 traffic accidents a year, and some of the most dangerous roadways throughout the city include:
- I-20, which includes accidents where semis ended up in the Augusta Canal
- Gordon Highway – where pedestrian traffic can be heavy
- Bobby Jones Expressway – some parts of which have been described as race tracks
- Washington Road, which is filled with the kind of in-and-out traffic that businesses attract and is, therefore, a catalyst for accidents
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JAMIE CASINO INJURY LAW: AUGUSTA TRUCK ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS
Jamie Casino Injury Attorneys is located in beautiful Augusta, and our skilled truck accident attorneys are squarely on the side of justice for those who’ve been harmed by the negligence of others and who have been bullied by the powerful insurance companies that they turn to for compensation.
Our track record for success bolsters our reputation for fierce advocacy, and we welcome the opportunity to help you recover on your full range of physical, financial, and emotional losses.
HOW WE CAN HELP
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident in Georgia that was caused by a negligent truck driver or by negligence on the part of the trucking company or another associated entity, recovering on your legal damages – or losses – is paramount to your ability to regain your health and well-being Our seasoned truck accident attorneys can help with recovering damages on:
- Property damage to your vehicle and its contents
- Medical expenses, which – in the aftermath of an accident as serious as a truck crash – can be immense and ongoing
- Lost earnings, which can include a steep decline in your earning potential
- Physical and emotional pain and suffering, which can easily surpass your other losses combined and can be the most challenging to overcome
A key aspect of every successful truck accident claim is ensuring that every category of loss experienced is faithfully accounted for, and at Jamie Casino Injury Attorneys, we harness the full force of our experience and legal skill to make sure this happens for every claim we handle.
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WHAT CLIENTS THINK OF US
Our clients are the heartbeat of our practice, and nothing is more important than their satisfaction with the results we obtain for them. As such, we find their sincere expressions of gratitude especially rewarding.
VERY HELPFUL AND ATTENTIVE
“Very great experience with this law firm. I would recommend them to anyone looking for the best personal injury attorney.”
GREAT COMMUNICATION, UNDERSTANDING, AND OUTCOME
“The whole process was super easy, and the service is the best in the business! Great communication, understanding, and outcome of my daughter’s case! Plus, I loved the feel of being like family when you enter the building.”
COMPASSIONATE, HELPFUL, AND ATTENTIVE
“The employees of this law firm were highly compassionate, helpful, and attentive to my legal information needs. I recommend this firm to anyone who’s in need! You won’t be disappointed!”
IMPORTANT INITIAL ADVICE!
If you’ve been seriously injured in a truck crash, there are specific steps you should take to protect your safety, your truck accident case, and your fair compensation:
- If you’re able to, pull your vehicle safely out of traffic’s way.
- Call 911. Even if you’re not the first to call, you may provide additional information that proves important.
- Accept medical assistance at the scene of the accident.
- If you’re not transported for emergency care, follow up with your own medical provider. The massive impact of a truck accident leaves you especially vulnerable to serious injuries, but the stress of the situation can impair your ability to accurately assess your condition. Always err on the side of caution.
- Contact an Augusta truck accident lawyer as soon as you can. Your savvy attorney will begin the process of building your strongest claim while seamlessly guiding you through the legal intricacies.
- Continue to follow your medical team’s advice and instructions, which includes faithfully attending all of your follow-up appointments.
An important point to make here is that the insurance company handling your claim is invested in its profits, and while it’s paid to fairly address your legal damages, it will do what it can to keep your settlement low. One technique that’s commonly used is twisting claimants’ statements into claim-damaging meanings that they didn’t intend.
With this in mind:
- Leave the communicating with the insurance company to your Augusta personal injury attorney.
- Take a break from posting on social media.
- Don’t consider an early settlement offer – or any settlement offer – without your experienced truck accident attorney’s guidance. Insurance companies are known to prey on vulnerable victims’ desperation, and fair compensation is too important to your recovery not to hold out for the amount you’re owed.
DEADLINES
Every state has its own timeframe for filing a lawsuit in response to a truck accident, and the Georgia truck accident statute of limitations is just two years from the date of the accident that leaves you injured. In other words, there isn’t a lot of time to waste.
Contact an experienced Augusta truck accident lawyer as soon as you’re able to do so – for the protection of your health and your claim.
GATHERING EVIDENCE
In the aftermath of a commercial truck accident, evidence gathering may be completely beyond your ability. Fortunately, however, you can count on bystanders, eyewitnesses, and the authorities to take over this critical task on your behalf. Additionally, the sooner you reach out to an Augusta truck accident lawyer the sooner they can get to work compiling the evidence necessary to build a solid claim.
Some of the most common examples of evidence in truck accident claims include:
- Photos and videos taken during the accident and at the scene – as captured by eyewitnesses, bystanders, dashcams, the police, and security cameras in the area
- Eyewitness testimony
- Physical evidence found at the accident scene
- The police report and any tickets issued
- Black box data from the truck
- The mechanic’s report and the report from the body shop regarding property damage to your vehicle
- Your medical records and doctor’s reports
- Professional accident recreation models that demonstrate the mechanics of the accident and speak to negligence
- The expert testimony of professionals in relevant fields
There is also the matter of the truck and the truck driver to consider, with key evidence being:
- Driving record
- Credentials and employment history, including with the current trucking company
- Logbook
- Toxicology report
- Cell phone data from the time of the accident
- Black box data
- Route and load manifests
- Maintenance log
- Trucking company’s records, including those related to dispatch and employment
The bottom line is that the trucking company will immediately put its expansive resources to work into why it is not responsible for the accident that caused you to be injured. To fight back, you’ll need to do investigating of your own, and this is why working closely with a practiced truck accident attorney in Augusta from the start is so important.
While you tend to the critical matter of your recovery, your focused legal counsel will spare no effort in their quest to bring all the evidence together in your strongest claim.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO PAY?
As a truck accident victim, the last thing you want to worry about is legal costs, and reputable truck accident lawyers in Augusta appreciate your concerns. This is why we work on what is known as contingency, which means our pay is based upon the outcome of your claim.
Once your case is successfully resolved – either through a settlement or court award – we will receive a pre-arranged percentage. If, however, your claim isn’t successful, you won’t owe a thing.
WHY CHOOSE US OVER OTHER AUGUSTA CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS?
At our law offices in Augusta, we take an individualized approach to every claim we handle, and we take great pride in our ability to deliver for our valued clients. Large truck crashes are some of the worst accidents out there, and we know how isolated and alone victims can feel.
Your ability to face your future with the confidence that comes from knowing you’re in good legal hands is our priority.
GENERAL INFORMATION ON TRUCK ACCIDENTS IN AUGUSTA
WHO CAN BE HELD LIABLE?
Every truck accident is unique due to the unique circumstances involved, and while negligence on the part of the trucker is a common cause of truck accidents, it’s by no means the only concern. Consider the following:
- When it comes to a truck driver’s negligence, there are plenty of dangerous forms to go around, including failure to follow the rules of the road, impairment, exhaustion, distraction, aggression, and excess speed.
- The trucking company bears an immense responsibility that includes hiring safe drivers, adhering to industry safety standards, employing experienced mechanics, implementing and employing careful maintenance schedules, and beyond.
- When an outside cargo loading company is employed, it can be held liable for truck accidents that are caused by faulty loading practices. The immense weight that big rigs haul can be the direct cause of life-threatening truck accidents when they aren’t loaded in accordance with industry safety standards.
- Some truck accidents are caused or made worse by faultily designed or manufactured trucks or truck parts.
- When the cause of the truck accident is a poorly maintained, poorly designed, or poorly constructed roadway, the responsible governmental agency can be held liable.
- When third parties are brought in to do work, such as for truck maintenance, they bear responsibility for any accidents they contribute to or cause.
COMMON CAUSES
The most common causes of truck accidents on roadways in Augusta are due to truck driver negligence, which includes:
- Distraction: Anything that diverts the driver’s attention away from the road ahead
- Exhaustion is such a common problem that it is addressed at both the federal and state level with hours-of-service regulations
- Impairment: the law has zero tolerance when it comes to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Excess speed is a primary cause of every kind of traffic accident across the nation, including truck accidents
- Aggressive driving, which includes tailgating and refusal to yield the right-of-way
- Failure to follow the rules of the road, which sets the stage for dangerous accidents
- Failure to take the road’s condition and the effects of bad weather into careful consideration
- Failure to safely account for a truck’s blind spots before the trucker leaves their lane
- Any medical conditions that aren’t properly addressed and interfere with a trucker’s ability to safely handle their rig
In addition to truck driver negligence, there are a range of other factors that often contribute to or directly cause truck accidents:
- Inadequate truck driver training
- Mechanical failures related to faultily manufactured or designed trucks and truck parts
- Poorly loaded trailers, including overloaded and overweight trailers
- Poorly maintained rigs – brakes and tires are common safety issues
TYPES OF ACCIDENTS
Some of the most common types of truck accidents include:
- Rear-End Accidents: which are all the more dangerous when the rear vehicle is a massive 18-wheeler
- Override accidents: in which truckers actually drive over forward vehicles
- Rollovers: are often caused by excess speed, poor handling of tight curves, and failure to safely account for bad weather – including high winds
- Under-ride accidents: when rear motorists drive under the backs of trucks
- Jack-knife accidents: involve cabs and trailers folding in on each other at their hitch and tend to be caused by taking exits and curves too quickly
- T-bone accidents generally happen in intersections and involve truckers plowing headlong into the side of other vehicles
- Runaway trucks, which generally relate to overworked brakes
- Tire blowouts can cause truck drivers to lose control of their rigs
- Cargo spills generally relate to improperly loading and securing cargo
TYPES OF INJURIES WE SEE AS LAWYERS
All too often, truck accidents prove fatal, and when victims do survive, their injuries can be life-altering. While you can suffer virtually any kind of physical injury in a truck accident, the following are some of the most common:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal cord injuries, including paralysis
- Broken bones, including complex fractures
- Internal injuries
- Soft tissue injuries, including whiplash
- Shoulder and back injuries
- Serious cuts and burns
- Limb loss and injuries that require amputation
LOCATIONS WE SERVE
WE SERVE TRUCK ACCIDENT VICTIMS THROUGHOUT EAST CENTRAL GEORGIA, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING CITIES:
Aiken
Augusta Office
- Monday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
- 1450 GREENE ST., SUITE 140
AUGUSTA, GA 30901 - 706-719-7177
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FEARLESS ADVOCACY
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INSURANCE INDUSTRY INSIGHT
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PROVEN RESULTS
Our personal injury law firm has earned a reputation that reflects our priorities, which include putting our clients first and speaking out for those who need our voice.