Marietta Truck Accident Attorney
Marietta’s location in the Atlanta metro area means busy highways like I-75 and U.S. Highway 41 see heavy truck traffic each week. When a truck accident happens, victims can suffer serious injuries and uncertainty about their next move.
The Marietta, GA truck accident injury lawyers at Nick Schnyder Law Firm help injured victims and their families secure fair compensation from the at-fault driver to cover all their medical care and other losses. We bring experience handling truck accident claims and provide steady guidance throughout the claims process.
Call us today at 404-902-3553 or contact us online for a free consultation with our Marietta truck accident attorney.
Skilled Marietta truck accident lawyers fight for your rights
Nick Schnyder Law Firm represents injured individuals and families in Marietta and across Georgia in serious personal injury cases. Led by founding attorney Nick Schnyder, a Fellow of Litigation Counsel of America, our personal injury lawyers bring decades of legal experience and deep, detailed knowledge of Georgia tort laws to bear on behalf of our clients.
Our truck accident attorneys have earned numerous honors recognizing our professionalism, ethics, legal expertise, and success for clients:
- Members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, recognizing significant case results
- Champion-Level members of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
- Proud members in good standing of the Georgia Bar Association and the Cobb County Bar Association
- Firm founder Nick Schnyder is listed as one of the Top 40 under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers Association
You get clear, honest answers to your questions, timely advice, and dedication to securing full and fair compensation from negligent drivers and carriers from our Marietta legal team.
What are common causes of semi-truck accidents?
You may think that professional driving and logging thousands of hours would make truckers among the safest drivers, but that is not always the case. Truck driver and trucking company negligence are factors in many cases our truck accident lawyer in Marietta, GA, handles, and this negligence takes many forms:
- Lack of driver training
- Distracted driving, including texting and eating while driving
- Lack of sleep while driving, which can be almost as dangerous as drunk driving
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Violating Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, which are established for safety
- Missing safety equipment, missing parts, worn tires, or mechanical defects render the truck unfit for the road
- Dangerous driving, including speeding, tailgating, reckless lane changes, and other traffic violations
- Unevenly loaded or improperly loaded cargo
- Overloaded truck or a truck too large for the roadway
Each of these common causes of truck accidents is entirely preventable. If the driver or trucking company does not take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of others on the road, that is negligence. In such cases, both parties may be liable if the driver causes a wreck.
What kind of injuries do truck accidents cause?
The sheer force of an 80,000-pound truck colliding with a much smaller car or SUV can cause life-altering injuries in an instant. Victims often suffer traumatic brain injuries that may result in permanent impairment, as well as broken bones, internal organ damage, and internal bleeding. Many also experience deep contusions, abrasions, spinal cord injuries that can lead to paralysis, and permanent disfigurement, including scarring or the loss of limbs.
In the most tragic cases, truck accidents take lives and leave families facing unimaginable loss. Our Marietta truck injury lawyers represent surviving family members with compassion while pursuing wrongful death claims against all responsible parties.
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When you take a look at testimonials from our past clients, you can see the difference our compassionate advocacy makes not just in the end result of the truck accident case, but throughout the process.
Excellent service and great results! I had an excellent experience with Nick Shnyder Law Firm. They successfully settled my case for an outcome I was very happy with. They were always available to answer my questions and made the complex legal process easy to understand. I highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal representation. They were a pleasure to work with! — Jackie A. on Google
“Had a pleasant experience with Nick Schnyder Law firm, Marietta location. They fought for a higher amount and came out on top of what I was not expecting. Will recommend it to anyone if you need a tough law firm; this is your stop right here.” — Darlene M. on Google
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Personal injury claims, including your truck accident case, depend on proving that the at-fault party was negligent. As your truck accident attorney, we must show that the trucker and trucking company owed you a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused the accident and your injuries.
We must also demonstrate that your injuries resulted in financial loss. The goal of your truck accident lawsuit is to obtain full compensation for all financial losses (known as damages in legal proceedings).
We take a methodical approach to proving negligence:
- Review all documents related to the accident, including your medical records, statements, the police report, and the trucker’s vehicle logs.
- Interview witnesses and analyze physical evidence
- Thoroughly examine the driver’s training and credentials
- Determine if any FMCSA regulations or traffic laws were broken
Our legal team collaborates with industry and transportation specialists to help establish trucker and carrier negligence. We also consult medical professionals to testify regarding the origin of your injuries, the severity of physical and psychological harm, and your anticipated recovery.
As we build the case for negligence, we also precisely assess each of your damages (medical expenses, lost income, etc.). Accurately valuing your claim is crucial to ensure your settlement fully compensates your losses, so you are not left paying for damages caused by someone else.
What kind of compensation can I get in a truck accident case?
Plaintiffs in truck accident claims (the injured victim) are entitled to collect both economic and non-economic damages. In some cases, our truck accident lawyer in Marietta may also pursue punitive damages, which are punishing in nature, rather than compensatory.
- Economic Damages: All quantifiable, monetary losses stemming from the accident, including medical bills and future medical care, lost wages from time missed at work, property damage, and any other out-of-pocket expenses.
- Non-Economic Damages: Non-economic damages cover all the non-material losses you experience as a result of the accident. The pain and suffering of your injuries, emotional trauma, and loss of quality of life are more difficult to quantify, but still have considerable value, and you deserve to be fairly compensated for them.
- Punitive Damages: These damages are intended as a form of financial punishment assessed against defendants whose behavior is especially reckless or egregiously negligent. Punitive damages are not available in every case and, in truck accident cases, are typically awarded by a jury at trial and assessed against reckless trucking carriers.
How our Marietta truck accident attorneys assist injured victims
Our legal team handles all the matters required to pursue your claim for compensation, leaving you free to focus on recovery and physical rehabilitation:
- Draft and file the initial lawsuit and all other required legal documents and motions
- Investigate the accident and build the case against the defendant
- Analyze evidence, including the truck’s Event Data Recorder (the “black box”), to establish liability
- Collaborate with expert witnesses, including transportation, medical, and economic experts
- Properly value your claim and send a Demand Letter to the insurance company
- Negotiate a settlement with the defendant, including advising you in mediation
- Advocate for you in court and try the case before a jury
We also represent you in all communications with the other party; we encourage our clients to refer all communications from the driver, trucking company, and their insurance companies to our firm
Frequently asked questions about semi-truck accident claims
How much is my case worth?
There is no standard value for a truck accident case. Compensation depends on multiple factors, such as the severity of injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, fault issues, and insurance limits. Each case has to be evaluated individually.
What should I do if the insurance company offers me a settlement?
Have an attorney review any settlement offer before accepting it. Once a settlement is signed, it is final, so reviewing the offer helps ensure it reasonably addresses your documented losses.
What if I caused the truck accident?
It’s important not to admit fault or doubt to the other party, whether on the scene or in a statement to the insurance company. Let us investigate to determine where the blame truly lies; in the chaotic aftermath of a crash, many people aren’t sure exactly how much they contributed to the wreck.
How long do I have to file a truck accident claim in Georgia?
In Georgia, most truck accident and other personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years from the date the injury occurs, according to Georgia Code § 9-3-33. If you wait longer, you may be barred from pursuing your claim in court.
Local resources for Marietta truck accident victims
Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center
677 Church Street NE Marietta, GA 30060
(770) 793-5000
Emory Rehabilitation Outpatient Center – Marietta
1100 Johnson Ferry Rd #425, Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 977-8111
Marietta Police Department
240 Lemon St NE, Marietta, GA 30060
(770) 794-5300
Nick Schnyder Law Firm
351 Atlanta St SE, Marietta, GA 30060
(404) 737-7515
Talk with a Marietta truck accident attorney
Have you or a loved one been hurt in a semi-truck accident and are feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about your next steps? Our dedicated truck accident lawyers in Marietta are here to listen and guide you through this difficult time. Call Nick Schnyder Law Firm today at 404-902-3553 or contact us online for a free consultation.