Albany Truck Accident Lawyer
Truck accidents can leave you with a mountain of medical bills, lifelong disabilities, and an uncertain future. Big trucking companies use their wealth to fight people injured in truck accidents to avoid paying fair compensation. Our award-winning Albany truck accident lawyers aren’t intimidated by the trucking industry. We have the financial resources to go up against large trucking companies and win substantial compensation for you and your family.
Being located at the intersection of two interstate highways and US-19 means truck accidents are all too common in Dougherty County. Our compassionate attorneys in our Albany personal injury law office are dedicated to helping those who need it most. We’ve been protecting the injured since 1979 and have recovered over $2 billion in compensation. Call us today at (229) 800-4591, and let us go to work for you.
Why You Can Count on Our Experienced Albany Truck Accident Attorneys
Insurance companies routinely take advantage of injured people. They hire lawyers and adjusters to perform a biased accident investigation and undermine your claim. They won’t hesitate to blame you for the accident, minimize your injuries, make lowball offers, or ignore you in their quest to pay as little as possible. When you have our talented Albany truck accident attorneys on your side, we fight fire with fire and beat insurance companies at their own game. We’ll perform our own investigation to tell the full story and expose the role of all responsible parties.
Our attorneys work in teams to level the playing field to take on the insurance company. You’ll be able to reach your team at any hour of the day. We have over 45 years of experience, and experience makes all the difference. Contact us today, and let us put our experience to work for you.
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A Law Firm that Cares About Clients and Community
Our results are no accident. We win through caring, understanding, and hard work. We care about our clients and the communities we serve and show it with our community involvement. We support food banks, veterans’ organizations, disability agencies, schools, and more. Every year, we give away thousands of dollars in scholarships to promising seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to community service through our Empowering Greatness program.
Hear from Our Albany Clients
We regularly receive glowing reviews from our clients about our responsive, compassionate client care and refusal to give up. Our professionalism and focus on strong communication mean everything to our clients, and we often exceed their expectations.
“I hired Farah & Farah after I was injured in an auto accident and was assigned Mr. Thomas McCoy-Urrutia. He has been a godsend! You've never had a more compassionate and responsive attorney. I highly recommend him and the services of Farah & Farah.”
“Farah and Farah really care about you when it comes to your case. When I gave up and just accepted what my insurance gave me in my accident, they continued to fight for me. I was surprised that they managed to gain more for my claim. I really appreciate them and highly recommend.”
“Thank you so much for your attention to detail, professionalism, and concerns throughout my ordeal. First time ever being involved in a car accident—I did not know what to do. What steps do I take to get my car repaired. How do I seek treatment for my injuries. I reached out to Farah & Farah who assigned the most dynamic attorney. From day 1, my attorney was focused on getting me back to my old self, while at the same time working diligently on my case. They checked on me and provided updates. If you are going through a personal injury, I would highly recommend Farah & Farah. Thank you, Farah & Farah!”
Who Is Liable in a Truck Accident?
Liability in a truck accident can be complex because multiple parties play a role in the safe operation of commercial trucks. The following parties and others may be liable:
- Truck drivers
- Trucking companies
- Companies responsible for loading cargo
- Truck maintenance companies
- Truck part manufacturers
- Government agencies responsible for road maintenance
In Georgia, every party that contributes to an accident is responsible for paying its fair share of your compensation. Insurance companies often try to put at least half of the blame on the passenger vehicle driver. Under Georgia’s comparative negligence law, you cannot recover compensation if you’re 50 percent or more at fault. If you are partly at fault but less than 50 percent, you can receive a reduced award proportionate to your share of the fault.
Don’t give up on your claim just because someone tells you you were 50 percent or more at fault. Call our big truck lawyers in Albany immediately at (229) 800-4591, and let us find the truth. It could mean the difference between recovering nothing or millions.
“Semi accidents are difficult because there's often blame placed on multiple drivers. It's important to do a thorough investigation because a lot of the time, if you can do an investigation early, you have more evidence than if you wait to do that investigation. So immediately after the crash, call Farah & Farah. Let us start gathering evidence as quickly as possible.”
Can I Sue the Trucking Company?
Yes, you can often sue the trucking company. Trucking companies are generally liable for the negligence of their drivers. This is known as vicarious liability. During our truck accident investigation, we’ll review the trucking company’s business records. We may find that the company is liable for its own negligence if we uncover the following:
- Failing to regularly inspect and maintain the truck
- Allowing unsafe trucks on the road
- Requiring or pressuring truck drivers to violate hours-of-service rules
- Improperly loading cargo
- Allowing overweight loads
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Truck Accident?
You may be able to recover economic, non-economic, and punitive damages. Economic damages compensate for financial losses, including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage. Non-economic damages cover intangible losses, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of society. Punitive damages are awarded in rare cases to punish or deter a defendant when you have evidence of deliberate misconduct or gross negligence that shows a conscious indifference to the consequences.
The amount you can recover varies based on the unique facts of your case. Important factors include the severity and extent of your injuries, the cost of your medical care, and the impacts on your life.
We’re committed to fighting for full compensation. Below are examples of our successful truck accident case results:
- $3.4 million for a client with severe back injuries from a truck accident.
- $2 million for a 47-year-old struck by a tractor-trailer.
- $1.5 million for a client struck by a semi-truck.
- $1.3 million for the family of a truck driver killed by a semi.
- $750,000 for a client struck by a tow truck.
How Our Truck Accident Lawyers Won a $5.7 Million Settlement in a Tough Case
Our client was a young, capable truck driver whose life changed forever when a dump truck rear-ended his empty gas tanker. The collision pushed him off the road and into an embankment. Our client was unable to remember his wife and children’s names after the crash. The insurance company refused to pay the claim because doctors had trouble diagnosing him.
Attorneys Rick Staggard and Dalya Farah hired a brilliant neurologist who identified microtears in our client’s brain and diagnosed him with autoimmune encephalitis. He’ll need care for the rest of his life. With this evidence and the assistance of a life care planner in our large network, we negotiated a $5.7 million settlement.
What Specific Trucking Laws Impact Albany Truck Accident Claims?
Truckers and trucking companies may be liable when violations of trucking regulations like the following contribute to accidents:
- Driver requirements – Commercial truck drivers must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid CDL, pass a background check, and be able to operate commercial trucks safely.
- Hours of service regulations – Truck drivers cannot work more than 14 hours per shift or drive more than 11 hours per day. They also must have at least a 10-hour break between shifts.
- Vehicle maintenance requirements – Drivers must perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections during every shift. Trucking companies must perform annual inspections and remove trucks from service when they find safety issues.
- Weight and size restrictions – Trucks must weigh 80,000 pounds or less, except for those hauling agricultural or farm products and those with oversized permits.
Having an Albany car accident attorney on your side with experience handling truck accident cases and knowledge of trucking regulations is crucial for identifying the liable parties and maximizing your compensation.
“Truck accidents aren’t like car accidents. They're different. These cases are harder to win because trucking companies rush to the scene to protect their interests. You need someone to protect you. Our lawyers specialize in truck accidents. We know the federal trucking regulations, and we can gather the evidence needed to hold them accountable like log books and safety inspections. Our knowledge and experience could make all the difference.”
Types of Truck Accident Claims We Handle in Albany, GA
We help clients injured in nearly every conceivable circumstance involving truck accidents, including the following:
- Drunk truck driving
- Driver fatigue
- Inexperienced drivers
- Distracted driving
- Failure to yield
- Speeding
- Disobeying traffic signals
- Improper turns
- Improper lane changes
- Overweight loads
- Improperly loaded cargo
- Mechanical malfunctions
- Tire blowouts
- Jackknives
- Rollovers
- Head-on collisions
- Side sweeps
- Underride accidents
- Rear-endings
- Unsafe road conditions
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports that in 2024, 117 people died, and 2,289 were injured in Georgia truck accidents. Southwest Georgia Regional Airport is the state’s second most heavily used airport for freight cargo. This creates heavy truck traffic from State Road 300 in Albany to I-75 near Cordele. This congestion increases the risk of a catastrophic accident in Albany.
Regardless of the cause, having our experienced big truck attorneys on your side makes all the difference. Contact us today for a free consultation.
How Long Do I Have to File a Truck Accident Claim in Albany?
Under Georgia’s statute of limitations, you have up to two years to file your Albany truck accident claim. However, this doesn’t mean you should wait to contact an attorney. The most important evidence will only be available for a short time. You can bet the insurance company will waste no time conducting their investigation. Don’t let the insurance company get the upper hand. Contact us immediately so we can start protecting your claim today.
Let Our Experienced Albany, GA Truck Accident Attorneys Go to Work for You
If you or your loved one is injured in a truck accident, you can count on our client-centric law firm to be there for you when you need us most. We charge no upfront fees, and you only pay if we win.
Call us today at (229) 800-4591, and let Team Farah go to work for you.
Why You Can Count on Our Experienced Albany Truck Accident Attorneys
Who Is Liable in a Truck Accident?
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Truck Accident?
How Our Truck Accident Lawyers Won a $5.7 Million Settlement in a Tough Case
What Specific Trucking Laws Impact Albany Truck Accident Claims?
Types of Truck Accident Claims We Handle in Albany, GA
How Long Do I Have to File a Truck Accident Claim in Albany?
Let Our Experienced Albany, GA Truck Accident Attorneys Go to Work for You
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