Dangers of 18 Wheeler Trucks in Georgia from the Eichholz Law Firm

(LegalLaw247.com, March 02, 2013 ) SAVANNAH, GA - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that large trucks are more likely to be involved in fatal multiple-vehicle crashes than passenger vehicles. When trucks and passenger vehicles are involved in a crash, over 75 percent of the fatalities were the occupants in passenger vehicles. Commercial trucks only make up four percent of all registered vehicles, yet they account for eight percent of all fatal crashes.

An 18-wheeler accident can be caused by a variety of factors including vehicle safety, driver skill level and driver fatigue. While common sense dictates that correctly trained and licensed driver of commercial trucks will reduce the amount of truck accidents on Georgia highways. However, a study conducted by the Federal Highway Administration found that the trucking industry was not providing adequate training for new drivers.

If you or a loved one has sustained an injury in an 18-wheeler accident, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and other damages associated with the accident. Contact a truck accident attorney at The Eichholz Law Firm to explore your legal options.

About The Eichholz Law Firm

The Eichholz Law Firm is a committed to helping all those who have suffered harm by the negligence of another person or entity. The personal injury law firm, based in Savannah, Georgia, handles all kinds of personal injury claims including dangerous drug litigation, product liability claims, medical malpractice, premises liability and auto accident injuries.

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