Athens Truck Accident Lawyer

Protecting the Rights of Truck Crash Victims in Athens, Georgia

Every collision is dangerous, but truck accidents are among the most catastrophic. Large commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. When they collide with a passenger vehicle, especially at highway speeds, the results are often devastating.

If you or a loved one were seriously injured in a truck accident in Athens or anywhere in the Clarke County region, you need an experienced Athens truck accident attorney who knows how to fight the trucking companies and their insurers. At Blasingame, Burch, Garrard & Ashley, P.C. (BBGA), we have more than 40 years of experience representing injured Georgians and have recovered over $1 billion for our clients.

For a free, no-obligation consultation, please call (706) 354-4000 or reach us online today.

If you have catastrophic injuries from a truck crash or your loved one was killed in a crash with a semi-truck, call us 24/7 and speak to an experienced personal injury attorney. If it’s after hours or on a weekend or holiday, hit the prompt to speak to a live person. You will be patched through to one of our skilled truck accident lawyers.

Why You Need an Athens Truck Accident Attorney

Trucking companies and their insurers act fast after a crash, often sending their own investigators to the scene within hours. You deserve someone protecting your rights just as quickly.

Our Athens truck accident lawyers can:

Negotiate or litigate – We work to secure a fair settlement, and if they won’t pay, we’re ready to take your case to court.

Investigate the crash – We gather police reports, black box data, driver logs, witness statements, accident reconstruction reports, and medical records to determine exactly what happened.

Identify all liable parties – Liability can extend beyond the truck driver to the trucking company, the truck’s owner, the cargo loader, or even a parts manufacturer.

Calculate your full damages – Including medical bills, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and future care needs.

Handle all communication – We deal with insurance adjusters, opposing attorneys, and collections agencies so you can focus on healing.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Athens, GA

Many Athens-area truck crashes are preventable and caused by negligence, such as:

• Driver fatigue or violating federal hours-of-service limits
• Distracted driving (cell phone use, eating, etc.)
• Speeding or reckless driving
• Improper cargo loading causing rollovers or jackknifes
• Driving under the influence
• Poor truck maintenance (brake failure, tire blowouts)

By uncovering these violations, our attorneys strengthen your claim and hold the right parties accountable.

Being Your Primary Point of Contact

After a truck crash in Athens, you may receive calls from several different parties. The opposing party’s insurance company may call you repeatedly to try to pressure you into a settlement.

You may also receive similar calls from the opposing parties’ lawyers or even medical bill collections services telling you to pay your bills immediately. Your attorney can handle all of these calls for you, so you can focus on your life instead of the minute and stressful details of the case.

Injuries in Truck Crashes

Because of the force involved, truck accidents often cause catastrophic or fatal injuries, including:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Amputations
• Severe burns
• Multiple fractures
• Internal organ damage

We work to secure compensation for current and future medical care, rehabilitation, lost earning capacity, and the lasting impact these injuries have on your life.

Athens, Georgia Truck Accident Hot Spots

Truck collisions in Athens often occur on:

• U.S. Route 78 / Georgia State Route 316
• U.S. Route 441
• Loop 10 / Athens Perimeter
• Busy local corridors with heavy commercial traffic, such as Lexington Road and Atlanta Highway

If your crash happened on one of these roads, or anywhere in Clarke County, we can quickly investigate and preserve critical evidence.

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Who Can Be Held Liable?

Determining fault in a truck accident can be complex. Potentially responsible parties may include:

• Truck driver – Negligent driving, fatigue, impairment, or traffic violations.
• Trucking company – Unsafe scheduling, negligent hiring, failure to train, or maintenance neglect.
• Truck owner – If different from the employer, for poor vehicle upkeep.
• Cargo loading company – Unsafe loading or securing of freight.
• Parts or equipment manufacturer – Defective brakes, tires, or safety systems.

Learn more about truck accident liability

What to Do After a Truck Accident in Athens

• Call 911 and get medical attention immediately.
• If possible, take photos and get witness contact information.
• Do not give a recorded statement to the trucking company’s insurer.
• Contact an Athens truck accident lawyer as soon as possible.

Georgia Statute of Limitations for Truck Accident Claims

In Georgia, most truck accident injury claims must be filed within two years of the crash. Wrongful death claims also have a two-year limit. Evidence disappears quickly, especially in trucking cases, so contacting an attorney early is critical.

Why Choose BBGA?

• 40+ years representing injury victims in Georgia
• Over $1 billion recovered for clients
• Proven record in complex truck accident litigation
• Free consultations and no fee unless we win

Contact an Athens Truck Accident Lawyer Today

If you’ve been seriously injured or lost a loved one in a truck accident in Athens or Clarke County, we’re here to help.

Contact us online or call our firm at (706) 354-4000 today for a free consultation. We can help determine whether you have a valid case and there is never any charge unless we recover money for you in your case.

Blasingame, Burch, Garrard & Ashley, P.C. – Athens, Georgia Truck Accident Lawyers You Can Trust.