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Truck Crash in Georgia? Start Your Notice Steps Early<\/h1>

T. Madden & Associates, P.C. has represented people hurt in Georgia since 1999. Learn how notice requirements can differ when a county or city may be involved, then talk with our team at no cost.<\/p>

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By Terance Madden \u00b7 Published November 2, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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If a truck crash with a county garbage or city truck left you hurt in Georgia, the truck’s owner determines which notice deadline may apply. Claims against a city may need written notice within six months. Claims against the state generally carry a 12-month clock, running from when the loss was discovered or should have been discovered. Those dates can arrive well before the two-year injury deadline most people know about.<\/p>\n

This page explains how to find the owner, which rule may apply, and why notice is a separate step from a lawsuit. It is general information, not legal advice.<\/p>\n

Why a City or County Truck Can Change the Clock<\/h2>\n

A crash with a government-owned truck can require a written notice before you can file a lawsuit. Georgia treats claims against cities, counties, and the state differently from claims against a private company. Common examples include a county garbage truck that runs a red light, a city public works truck that backs into your lane, and a state-owned vehicle on a state road.<\/p>\n

Notice is a separate step from filing suit. Many people assume the two-year deadline is the only one that matters. That assumption can put a claim at risk. The sooner you identify the owner, the more time you have to act.<\/p>\n\n

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If a county, city, or state truck hit you, the notice clock may already be running, and you may have a claim. Talk with us about your crash in a free consultation. Talk it through with our team — the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p>

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Find Out Who Owns the Truck First<\/h2>\n

The owner of the truck decides which notice rules may apply, so identify the owner first. A government truck may belong to a city, a county, or the State of Georgia. A truck may also belong to a private contractor doing government work, or to a private company. Each owner can lead to a different analysis. Confirm ownership, because a truck that looks like a county vehicle may belong to a contractor.<\/p>\n

Look for these details at the scene or soon after:<\/p>\n