On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Dec 19, 2016 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
Large trucks, including semis or 18 wheelers, frequent the highways and roads all over the state of Georgia. Although they are involved in fewer accidents per mile than passenger vehicles, there are still hundreds of thousands of trucking accidents every year. For...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Jul 5, 2016 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
Jackknifing is a term used to describe the position a truck’s cab and trailer form during an accident. The form is similar to that of a semi-closed pocketknife, often shaped like a “V.” Jackknifing frequently occurs due to treacherous weather conditions, poor braking,...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Nov 23, 2015 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
Thousands of people are injured or die each year in accidents involving trucks and cars according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Many cases related to trucking accidents can be prevented, so here are just a few safety tips we want to pass...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Aug 26, 2015 | Automobile Accidents, Blog, Trucking Accidents
A texting driver is completely distracted while on the road. Driving while text messaging is about as safe as driving with your eyes closed. It’s no wonder that the scourge of texting on our roadways has resulted in many deaths and injuries, all of which could have...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Apr 16, 2015 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
If you’ve recently been involved in a trucking accident, it may be tempting to forego legal representation in an effort to save a few bucks. But just like with any other personal injury case, your legally determined responsibility (and possible subsequent...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Feb 7, 2015 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
Because commercial trucks are significantly larger and heavier than personal passenger vehicles and are often carrying hazardous materials, the chance of serious injury or death is much higher in accidents involving trucks. If a degree of negligence is found in the...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Jan 20, 2015 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
Although trucking accidents only make up about 3 percent of all traffic accidents, they usually involve more serious damages. Because a victim of a trucking accident can not only sue the driver, but possibly the trucking company as well, it is very important to get a...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Aug 28, 2014 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
If you have ever driven on one of Atlanta’s many busy interstates, you know tractor-trailers are everywhere. They speed across I-20, come barreling down 75 during heavy traffic, and cut you off when you try to get on or off 285. Without a doubt, these trucks that can...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Jul 21, 2014 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
How many of us have been intimidated or outright scared because of the aggressive driving of too many tractor trailer trucks next to us on Georgia roads? These tractor trailer trucks are typically coming through the State of Georgia from or to Florida or other...
On behalf of Ashenden & Associates, P.C. | Feb 4, 2014 | Blog, Trucking Accidents
If you are the victim of a negligent truck driver there are several options that you have at your disposal. Believe it or not, one option that is exercised far too often is to do nothing. There are people who will sustain considerable injuries due to the negligence of...
