Truck Driver Fatigue

Atlanta Trucking Negligence Lawsuits

Truck driver fatigue, which impairs vision, reaction time, and judgment, is one of the leading causes of truck accidents in Atlanta. Because truck driver fatigue can increase the trucker’s risk of being involved in a crash, federal regulations have been established to restrict the amount of time a truck driver can be on the road. A trucker who chooses to disregard these regulations and their duty to drive responsibly may be considered negligent if a truck accident occurs.

If you or a loved one has been the victim the of an Atlanta truck accident, contact our firm by filling out the simple case evaluation form on the right.

Trucker Fatigue

Truck drivers work long hours in relatively motionless positions. This can lead to fatigue; however, more negligent practices can exacerbate the condition. Unfortunately, some truckers choose to forgo their necessary sleep, whether in part or altogether. This can often be explained by the fact that truckers are usually paid per job. By cutting down on sleep time, an Atlanta truck driver may attempt to complete shipments quicker and use the additional time to take on more jobs.

Trucking Negligence

In an effort to cut down on truck driver fatigue, federal regulations limit the amount of time a trucker may spend on the road. Yet, either by directive from their trucking company or on their own will, some truckers choose to ignore these regulations and may even alter their log books to avoid the appearance of any wrongdoing. This kind of truck driver negligence is reckless and could lead to an accident.

If a trucker knowingly violated federal regulations and a truck accident resulted, there may be grounds for a negligence lawsuit. If the trucking company was aware of this behavior, or if their hiring practices are considered negligent due to their employment of this individual, they may be named as the defendant in the lawsuit as well.

Atlanta Truck Accident Lawyers

Trucking companies employ large insurance companies to protect their businesses from the expenses associated with trucking accident claims. An experienced truck accident lawyer knows how to handle these companies by building a strong case through investigation of company records, witness testimony, and knowledge of the law.

Our Atlanta truck accident lawyers know how to build a case against these negligent trucking companies and bring them to justice. If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident due to negligence, our attorneys may be able to help you recover compensation for your injuries and other damages. Fill out our free case evaluation form today. There is no cost or obligation for this initial consultation.