{"id":1810,"date":"2026-10-22T01:52:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T01:52:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/truck-accident-passenger-injury-lawyer-jonesboro\/"},"modified":"2026-11-04T03:30:15","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T03:30:15","slug":"truck-accident-passenger-injury-lawyer-jonesboro","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/truck-accident-passenger-injury-lawyer-jonesboro\/","title":{"rendered":"Passenger Injured in Truck Accident Lawyer Jonesboro GA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-80 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1809\" alt=\"A federal inspector examines the brake system of a parked eighteen-wheeler at a highway weigh station.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-federal-inspector-examines-the-brake-system-of-a-parked-ei-photo-39.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-federal-inspector-examines-the-brake-system-of-a-parked-ei-photo-39-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-federal-inspector-examines-the-brake-system-of-a-parked-ei-photo-39-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-federal-inspector-examines-the-brake-system-of-a-parked-ei-photo-39-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-federal-inspector-examines-the-brake-system-of-a-parked-ei-photo-39-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-federal-inspector-examines-the-brake-system-of-a-parked-ei-photo-39.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Passenger Injuries \u00b7 Truck Accidents \u00b7 Jonesboro, GA<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hurt as a Passenger in a Truck Crash? Talk to Our Jonesboro Team<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has represented injured people in Georgia since 1999. Our free, confidential consultation comes with no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Why Clients Call Us<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--star chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">1999<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Practicing Georgia personal injury law<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">5<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Offices across Georgia<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Free<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Confidential first consultation<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Terance Madden \u00b7 Published October 21, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>If you were hurt as a passenger in a truck crash, you may have a claim against the people whose fault caused it. Georgia generally gives two years to file an injury lawsuit, so early review matters (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33; <a href=\"https:\/\/efast.gaappeals.gov\/download?filingId=11df499d-b267-4d6e-b9c5-d61d572a84e5\">Cameron v. JMP Pizza, Inc. (2026)<\/a>). T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has practiced in Georgia since 1999 and has an office in Jonesboro, in Clayton County.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Passenger Injury Claim After a Truck Crash Covers<\/h2>\n<p>A passenger injury claim is brought by someone hurt while riding in or near a commercial truck. It can cover two situations. You may have been riding in the truck itself, or in a car that a truck struck.<\/p>\n<p>Passengers don&#8217;t control the vehicle. That means the review usually focuses on the drivers and companies that did.<\/p>\n<p>This page is written for injured passengers and their family members in Jonesboro, Clayton County and surrounding South Metro Atlanta. Truck crashes can involve more than one party and several insurers, so the facts are worth reviewing early.<\/p>\n<p>T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. represents people hurt in truck accidents and other vehicle crashes.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a truck crash left you hurt as a passenger and you&#x27;re now juggling medical bills and insurance calls, we can review your options in a free, confidential consultation. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/rain-soaked-row-of-parked-semi-trucks-in-a-black-and-white-l-photo-1.jpg\" alt=\"Rows of parked semi trucks sit in a rain-soaked lot in black and white.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who May Be Responsible for a Passenger&#8217;s Injuries<\/h2>\n<p>Several people or companies may be responsible, depending on what caused the crash. Possible parties include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The truck driver.<\/strong> Conduct such as distraction, fatigue or speeding can be shown through records and witnesses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The trucking company.<\/strong> Georgia makes a business liable for torts its servant commits within the scope of the business (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-2-2<\/a>). A claim can also examine how the company hired, trained and supervised the driver.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other drivers.<\/strong> This includes a passenger vehicle driver whose conduct contributed to the collision.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Companies tied to the truck&#8217;s condition or cargo.<\/strong> Maintenance or loading providers may be part of the claim if the investigation supports it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Fault gets divided in Georgia. Your damages are reduced by your percentage of fault. Each at-fault party pays only its own share, not a joint amount (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>). Under that same statute, a plaintiff who is 50 percent or more responsible cannot recover any damages.<\/p>\n<h2>What Compensation a Passenger Injury Claim May Include<\/h2>\n<p>A passenger injury claim can seek the losses Georgia law recognizes. General damages are presumed to flow from the wrongful act and need no proof of an exact amount. Special damages actually flow from the act and must be proved (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-2<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Items a claim may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical costs.<\/strong> These cover emergency care, hospital stays, surgery, imaging and therapy. Necessary expenses from an injury are a legitimate part of the damages estimate (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-7<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost wages.<\/strong> This includes time away from work and any reduced ability to earn in the future.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain, suffering and daily life.<\/strong> These effects are weighed based on the facts of your injuries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Out-of-pocket costs.<\/strong> Transportation to appointments and home changes may be included when medically needed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Catastrophic injuries.<\/strong> Spinal cord damage, brain injury or amputation often need long-term planning and cost estimates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful death.<\/strong> When a passenger&#8217;s death results from a crime or from criminal or other negligence, the personal representative may recover funeral, medical and other necessary expenses (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-4-5<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How a Passenger Truck Accident Case Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>A passenger truck case usually moves through five steps. A lawsuit comes only if the claim does not resolve.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free case evaluation.<\/strong> You share the crash date, location, injuries and any insurance contact you&#8217;ve already had.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence requests.<\/strong> Police reports, photos, medical files and trucking records should be requested early.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hours-of-service review.<\/strong> Federal rules require a driver of a property-carrying commercial motor vehicle to take 10 consecutive hours off duty before driving, subject to the exceptions in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-395.1\">\u00a7 395.1<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-395.3\">49 CFR 395.3<\/a>). Records of duty status and electronic logs help show whether these limits were followed, as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/safety\/carrier-safety\/hours-service-motor-carriers-passengers\">FMCSA hours-of-service guidance<\/a> explains. <strong>Fatigue is also covered:<\/strong> no driver may operate a commercial motor vehicle while the driver&#8217;s ability or alertness is so impaired, or so likely to become impaired, through fatigue, illness, or any other cause, as to make it unsafe to operate the vehicle (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-392.3\">49 CFR 392.3<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical documentation.<\/strong> Treatment stays consistent and records stay organized, so injuries can be tied to the crash.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Claim and possible lawsuit.<\/strong> A demand with supporting records goes to the responsible insurers. If settlement talks don&#8217;t resolve the claim, a suit is filed in the proper Georgia court, followed by discovery and, in some cases, trial.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The timeline depends on the facts, the extent of your injuries, whether treatment has stabilized, and how the other side responds.<\/p>\n<h2>Georgia Deadlines and How Long a Truck Lawsuit Can Take<\/h2>\n<p>Georgia generally requires an injury lawsuit to be brought within two years after the right of action accrues (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>). Loss of consortium claims for injuries have four years under the same statute.<\/p>\n<p>Waiting can cost you. Missing the deadline can bar a claim, and memories of the crash fade over time. Early review helps protect evidence while it is still fresh.<\/p>\n<p>Truck cases can take longer than many car crash claims. More parties, more insurers and more records can add time.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Injured Passengers Contact T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C.<\/h2>\n<p>T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has practiced in Georgia since 1999 and is led by attorney Terance Madden. The firm has offices in Jonesboro (Clayton County), Atlanta, Decatur, Macon and Augusta.<\/p>\n<p>The firm handles car and truck wrecks, motorcycle and e-bike crashes, slip and falls, nursing home abuse, medical malpractice, negligent security, wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases. A passenger&#8217;s claim fits within this personal injury work. Our lawyers, Terance Madden and Shenia Madden, and our team of support staff work on each matter.<\/p>\n<p>The firm handles personal injury cases on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis. The client may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/p>\n<p>Your first consultation is free, confidential and comes with no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-large-truck-hauling-an-oversize-load-on-a-rainy-highway-se-photo-1.jpg\" alt=\"A large truck carrying an oversize load drives on a rainy highway, seen through a car window in dark, moody tones.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Questions Injured Passengers Ask Before Hiring a Lawyer<\/h2>\n<p>Here are short answers to common questions.<\/p>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Should I get a lawyer if I was a passenger in a truck crash?<\/summary><p>A passenger injured in truck accident lawyer Jonesboro GA can review your insurance contacts, deadlines and possible responsible parties. The first review is free and confidential.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to sue in Georgia?<\/summary><p>Georgia generally allows two years after the right of action accrues for injury claims. Loss of consortium claims have four years.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does a truck accident lawsuit take?<\/summary><p>The timeline depends on the facts, your injuries and how the other parties respond. No single timeline fits every passenger injury case.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I recover damages if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p>Yes, possibly, but Georgia reduces damages by your percentage of fault (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>). At 50 percent or more, you cannot recover damages.<\/p><\/details>\n<p>If a truck crash left you hurt and you&#8217;re now dealing with medical bills, insurance calls and missed work, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">request a free consultation<\/a> with T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. Our team can review your situation at any hour by phone.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult a licensed Georgia attorney regarding your specific legal situation. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C., 114 S. Main St., Jonesboro, GA 30236, (770) 978-6711.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How We Help Injured Passengers<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Review the Insurance Contacts<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We look at the insurance information connected to the wreck, including the carriers and claim numbers involved, so you understand who is already in the picture.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Identify the Parties Involved<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Truck crashes can involve drivers, companies and other vehicles. We examine the facts of your case to determine which parties should be part of the discussion.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Track the Deadlines<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legal filing deadlines can be strict. We review the timeline of your case from the first call so important dates are not overlooked.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focus on Your Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team handles the calls and paperwork so you can concentrate on medical care and getting back on your feet.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Fees Unless There Is a Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You pay no attorney fees unless there is a recovery. You may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses, and we explain these before you decide.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--phone\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reach Us Anytime<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call our office for help. Our phone line is available 24\/7 so you can speak with someone when questions come up.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Before You Speak With an Insurance Adjuster<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance representatives often contact injured passengers quickly. Speaking with them before you understand your options can affect your claim. Call us first so we can review the conversation with you.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Call Us Before You Respond<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Call Us Before You Respond<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Steps After a Passenger Injury<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Medical Care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See a doctor as soon as you can, even if your injuries seem minor. Keep copies of every record, bill and prescription.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Write Down What You Remember<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note the date, location, vehicles involved and what happened before and after the crash while the details are still fresh.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep Your Records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save photos, medical paperwork, pay stubs and any letters from insurers. Organized records help us evaluate your situation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Our Firm<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reach out to T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. for a free, confidential consultation with no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-secondary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--secondary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Injured as a Passenger in a Truck Crash? 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