{"id":531,"date":"2026-10-17T05:48:49","date_gmt":"2026-10-17T05:48:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/tractor-trailer-crash-lawyer-jonesboro-ga\/"},"modified":"2026-11-04T03:08:03","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T03:08:03","slug":"tractor-trailer-crash-lawyer-jonesboro-ga","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/tractor-trailer-crash-lawyer-jonesboro-ga\/","title":{"rendered":"Tractor-Trailer Crash Lawyer Jonesboro GA | T. Madden"},"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-60 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-530\" alt=\"Crash investigator measures skid marks on a quiet suburban road beside a folded traffic diagram.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-r-photo-1.jpg\" width=\"1408\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-r-photo-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-r-photo-1-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-r-photo-1-768x419.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-r-photo-1-1024x559.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-r-photo-1.jpg 1408w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 844px, 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)\">Tractor-Trailer Crash Lawyer | 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 in a Tractor-Trailer Crash? Talk With a Jonesboro Lawyer Today<\/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., led by attorney Terance Madden, has represented injured Georgians since 1999. Your first consultation is free, confidential and comes with no obligation to continue. There are no fees unless there is a recovery, though you may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/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 My 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 My 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 people in Georgia call our office<\/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--clock 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\">Year the practice began<\/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\">Georgia offices, including Jonesboro<\/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--heart 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 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--phone chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">24\/7<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Call availability<\/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 17, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>If a tractor-trailer crash has hurt you or a family member, you need clear answers fast. A tractor-trailer crash lawyer in Jonesboro, GA can help you understand who may be responsible, what Georgia law allows and what to do next. Led by attorney Terance Madden, the firm has been in practice since 1999 and has its Jonesboro office in Clayton County. The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Tractor-Trailer Crash Claim Covers and Who It Is For<\/h2>\n<p>A tractor-trailer crash claim seeks compensation for injury or death caused by a large commercial truck, such as a semi or 18-wheeler.<\/p>\n<p>These crashes happen on busy highways like I-75 and I-285, and on local roads in Clayton County. Trucks are heavy, so a collision often causes serious harm to people in smaller vehicles.<\/p>\n<p>A claim may be brought by a truck crash victim, a driver or passenger, or a pedestrian, and in a death case by the people Georgia law allows to sue, such as a surviving spouse, children, or parents, or the estate&#8217;s personal representative. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/safety\/data-and-statistics\/large-truck-and-bus-crash-facts\">FMCSA&#8217;s large truck crash facts<\/a> present nationally reported fatal and injury crash information for large trucks and buses.<\/p>\n<p>Injuries from truck crashes can include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spinal cord and brain injuries<\/li>\n<li>Broken bones and crush injuries<\/li>\n<li>Burns<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Long-term disability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Losses a claim may seek include medical bills, past and future<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages and reduced earning ability<\/li>\n<li>Pain and suffering<\/li>\n<li>Damage to your vehicle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you&#8217;re not sure whether your losses fit this kind of claim, a free consultation is a good place to ask.<\/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 tractor-trailer crash left you hurt or a family member gone, you do not have to face the next steps alone. Our team is ready to talk. 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\/aerial-drone-view-of-dark-skid-marks-curving-across-a-rural-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of dark skid marks curving across a rural road in Welch, Minnesota.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who May Be Responsible After a Tractor-Trailer Crash?<\/h2>\n<p>Several parties can be responsible, including the driver, the trucking company and, in some cases, the truck&#8217;s owner.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The driver<\/strong>, for unsafe driving such as speeding, distraction, fatigue or unsafe lane changes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The motor carrier<\/strong>, the company that operates the truck, for issues such as hiring, training, supervision and maintenance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The owner or lessor<\/strong> of the truck or trailer, where the facts support a claim against that party.<\/li>\n<li><strong>An independent contractor driver.<\/strong> Responsibility may be shared with the carrier, depending on the relationship and how much control the carrier had.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Under O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33, the fact-finder divides damages by fault. Under Georgia&#8217;s apportionment rules, each responsible person generally owes only its own share, but exceptions exist, such as vicarious liability, where a carrier can answer for its employee driver under respondeat superior, and concerted action.<\/p>\n<p>Evidence matters early. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-395.26\">federal electronic logging device regulation<\/a> provides that an ELD automatically records the following data elements: date; time; CMV geographic location information; engine hours; vehicle miles; driver or authenticated user identification data; vehicle identification data; and motor carrier identification data.<\/p>\n<h2>Georgia Filing Deadlines and Fault Rules You Should Know<\/h2>\n<p>In most Georgia injury cases, you have two years from the date of injury to file suit (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>).<\/p>\n<p>Under O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33, actions for injuries to the person must be brought within two years after the right of action accrues. Mark that date early so it doesn&#8217;t slip by.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia also uses a modified comparative fault rule (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>). Under O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>), the trier of fact determines the total damages and assigns a percentage of fault, and the judge then reduces your award by your share. If you are 50 percent or more responsible, you cannot receive any damages (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Early steps protect your claim. Useful evidence includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Photos of the truck, the scene and your injuries<\/li>\n<li>Names and phone numbers of witnesses<\/li>\n<li>Medical records, bills and notes on missed work<\/li>\n<li>The police or crash report<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>ELD data and driver files are also key, so ask about them early.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Claim Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>The process usually starts with a free call and moves through review, evidence requests, negotiation and, if needed, a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free first contact.<\/strong> Describe the crash, the date and place, and your injuries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Confidential review.<\/strong> The firm looks at the crash facts, the parties involved and the medical picture, then explains your options.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence requests.<\/strong> Letters may go to the carrier, and requests may go out for records such as ELD data, inspection reports and crash reports.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documenting losses.<\/strong> Medical records, bills and wage records are gathered. Support staff help with paperwork and scheduling while the lawyer directs the case.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation or suit.<\/strong> Settlement talks with the insurer come first. If talks don&#8217;t resolve the claim, a lawsuit must be filed before the deadline.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resolution.<\/strong> The claim may end in settlement or trial.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The timing of each case depends on its facts, and the process may take more than one step.<\/p>\n<h2>Hit-and-Run, Underride and Fatal Truck Crashes<\/h2>\n<p>Hit-and-run crashes add questions, and the answers depend on the facts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Call 911 and get medical care, even if injuries seem minor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Write down details.<\/strong> Note the truck&#8217;s company name, unit number and any partial plate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check your own coverage.<\/strong> Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t33-ch1-22-(v24)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 33-7-11<\/a>, a vehicle is deemed uninsured if the owner or operator is unknown. Recovery then has conditions, including physical contact with the vehicle, unless an eyewitness other than you corroborates how the crash happened.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>An underride collision happens when a car slides under a trailer. These crashes can cause severe head and facial injuries. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-571.223\">federal rear impact guard standard<\/a> states its purpose is to reduce deaths and serious injuries when light vehicles hit the rear end of trailers.<\/p>\n<p>Under <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 51-4-2<\/a>, a surviving spouse may recover the full value of the decedent&#8217;s life, as shown by the evidence. If there is no surviving spouse, a child or children may recover. A surviving spouse receives no less than one-third of the recovery.<\/p>\n<h2>Who You Would Work With at T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C.<\/h2>\n<p>T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. is a Georgia personal injury practice led by attorney Terance Madden, in practice since 1999.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Offices<\/strong> in Jonesboro (Clayton County), Atlanta, Decatur, Macon and Augusta.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice areas<\/strong> include car, truck and motorcycle crashes, e-bike accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, negligent security, catastrophic injury and wrongful death.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Support staff<\/strong>, including assistants and office staff, help with paperwork and scheduling. The lawyer directs each case.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fees:<\/strong> no fee unless we win. Clients may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a tractor-trailer crash lawyer who can explain the process in plain terms, a free consultation is a practical first step.<\/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<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Tractor-Trailer Crash Claims<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a tractor-trailer crash lawyer?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A lawyer can request records, preserve evidence and handle insurer contact. Whether to hire one is your choice.<\/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 file?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most Georgia injury cases, you have two years from the injury date under O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Georgia reduces damages by your share of fault. If you are 50 percent or more responsible, you cannot recover damages (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>).<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is the first consultation free?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. It is free, confidential and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does the firm handle crashes outside Jonesboro?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The firm has offices in Atlanta, Decatur, Macon and Augusta, as well as Jonesboro.<\/p><\/details>\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\/black-and-white-photo-of-a-damaged-truck-behind-police-tape-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Black-and-white photo of a damaged truck behind police tape.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Our Team About Your Truck Crash<\/h2>\n<p>If a loaded semi has left you hurt or a loved one gone, you don&#8217;t have to sort out the next steps alone. Our team can review the crash facts, explain the deadlines that may apply and walk you through what to expect. To start, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">request a free case evaluation<\/a>. Phone calls can be made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.<\/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 our firm approaches truck crash cases<\/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\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early investigation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trucking cases often involve driver logs, maintenance records and company policies. Our team works to request and preserve the information that matters to your claim.<\/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\">Handling the insurers<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trucking companies and their insurers have experienced claims staff. We can handle contact with them so you can focus on your recovery.<\/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--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear communication<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Terance Madden and our team will explain your options in plain language, so you can make informed decisions about your case.<\/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--lightbulb\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fees tied to your recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are no fees unless there is a recovery. You may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses, and we will explain these before you decide.<\/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\">Be careful before speaking with the trucking company<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Representatives for a trucking company or its insurer may contact you soon after a crash. Before giving a recorded statement or signing any document, consider speaking with a lawyer first. Call T. 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Seeing a doctor promptly protects your health and creates a record of your injuries.<\/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\">Document the scene<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are able, photograph vehicles, road conditions and visible injuries. Write down the truck&#x27;s company name, unit number and the driver&#x27;s details.<\/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 medical bills, repair estimates, pay stubs and any letters from insurers. Organized records help us evaluate your case.<\/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 team<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is free and confidential. Call or start a case evaluation online, and our team will help you decide your next step.<\/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\">Madden &amp; Associates About Your Tractor-Trailer Crash<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 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\">Schedule Your Free Consultation<\/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\/\">Schedule Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/\">Truck Accident Lawyer in Georgia: Who Pays, Your Deadline, and What to Do Now<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/tractor-trailer-rollover-lawyer-clayton-county\/\">Tractor-Trailer Rollover Lawyer in Clayton County, GA<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/treatment-gap-truck-crash-insurance-georgia\/\">Why Insurers Look at Treatment Gaps After a Truck Crash in Georgia<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/truck-accident-brain-injury-lawyer-clayton-county\/\">Brain Injury Truck Accident Lawyer in Clayton County, GA<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/truck-accident-consultation-checklist-clayton-county\/\">Truck Accident Consultation Checklist for Clayton County Crash Victims<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/truck-accident-damages-caps-georgia\/\">Truck Accident Damages Caps Georgia<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hurt in a tractor-trailer crash near Jonesboro? 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