Yes, at-fault laws generally apply to commercial truck accidents, as they do to other types of motor vehicle accidents. In most cases, commercial truck accidents are subject to the same legal principles and procedures as other types of motor vehicle accidents, with some regulations being specific to commercial trucks.
When a commercial truck is involved in an accident, the at-fault party is typically determined based on the same legal principles as other types of motor vehicle accidents, including negligence, recklessness or intentional wrongdoing. The at-fault party may be the driver of the truck, the trucking company or another party whose actions contributed to the accident.
If you have been injured in a commercial truck accident, it’s important to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can help you understand your rights and pursue compensation for your injuries and damages.
In Georgia, the at-fault party is the one responsible for the accident. Unfortunately, it’s not always clear who was at fault, or more than one person may share fault for what happened. This is why Georgia utilizes the modified comparative negligence doctrine.
Under modified comparative negligence, the amount of damages a person can recover in a personal injury case is reduced by their percentage of fault.
For example, if a person is found to be 20 percent at fault for an accident that left them with $100,000 in damages, they would only be able to recover $80,000. However, if a person is found to be primarily at fault (more than 50 percent), they won’t be able to recover any damages at all.
In other words, if you’re less than 50 percent responsible for causing an accident (even if it involved a commercial truck), you’re entitled to compensation for your damages. In circumstances, where the truck driver is solely responsible for the accident and the subsequent injuries they caused, you may be able to recover the full amount of damages from the truck driver's insurance company through a personal injury claim or lawsuit.
Truck drivers aren’t the only people who could be responsible for causing an accident. There are many entities involved in the operation of a commercial truck, including trucking company, maintenance crews, and cargo loaders. Any of them could be held liable for a truck accident if their actions contributed to what happened.
Determining liability in a truck accident can be complex, and it's important to work with an experienced personal injury attorney who can help investigate the accident, identify all responsible parties and hold them accountable for their actions.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident in Duluth, it's important to act quickly to protect your legal rights and seek the compensation you deserve.
At Zdrilich Injury Law, we can help you navigate the complex legal process and fight for the compensation you need to cover medical expenses, lost wages and other damages. Personal injury attorney Joseph Zdrilich can help you hold the responsible parties accountable.
To discuss your truck accident case for free, call us at (770) 931-9604.
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