Commercial trucks haul freight through Columbus every day along Interstate 185, US-27, Victory Drive, and beyond. But when an 18-wheeler or delivery truck collides with a smaller vehicle, the results can be devastating. These crashes often cause severe injuries, long-term disability, or wrongful death.
At Ted Law Firm, we help truck accident victims in Columbus, Muscogee County, and across West Georgia hold negligent drivers and trucking companies accountable. If you’ve been seriously hurt in a truck crash, we’ll build a strong case and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Why Truck Accidents Are Different
Truck crashes are not like ordinary car accidents. They involve:
- Federal trucking regulations
- Multiple liable parties (driver, company, broker, or shipper)
- Complex insurance coverage
- Onboard data (black boxes) and inspection logs
Trucking companies often send their attorneys and investigators to the scene within hours. You need a legal team that knows how to respond just as quickly, and just as aggressively.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Columbus
We handle truck crashes caused by:
- Driver fatigue or hours-of-service violations
- Speeding or reckless driving
- Distracted driving (phone use, GPS, etc.)
- Overloaded or improperly secured cargo
- Poor vehicle maintenance or brake failure
- Inexperienced or undertrained drivers
- Unsafe merging or lane changes
We investigate every angle of your crash to determine what went wrong, and who’s legally responsible.
Common Injuries in Truck Accidents
Due to the size and weight of a truck, even a low-speed crash can result in catastrophic harm to the driver or passengers in the smaller vehicle.
We represent clients who’ve suffered:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord damage or paralysis
- Internal injuries or bleeding
- Crushed limbs or broken bones
- Severe burns or disfigurement
- Amputations or long-term disability
- Fatal injuries requiring a wrongful death claim
We work with medical experts and economists to calculate your total damages, including future care needs.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
If you were injured by a negligent truck driver or company, you may be entitled to full compensation for both your economic losses and your personal suffering.
This may include:
- Emergency medical care and surgeries
- Rehabilitation and long-term treatment
- Lost wages and loss of earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma or PTSD
- Property damage
- Funeral costs in wrongful death cases
We build every case with the goal of recovering maximum compensation.
How We Help Injury Victims
At Ted Law Firm, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll a truck accident takes on a person and their family. We take on the trucking companies and insurance carriers so you can focus on healing.
We will:
- Investigate the crash and preserve evidence (including black box data)
- Identify every liable party and all insurance policies
- Work with experts to build a strong, fact-based case
- Handle all communication and legal filings
- Negotiate a full settlement or go to trial if necessary
You get a clear, aggressive advocate who will guide you through the process.
Don’t Wait Georgia’s Deadline Is Two Years
Truck accident victims in Georgia generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, critical evidence like black box data and maintenance logs can disappear quickly. Early legal action is crucial.
Talk to a Columbus Truck Accident Lawyer Today
If you’ve been injured in a crash, the last thing you should worry about is fighting with an insurance adjuster. Let our team handle the legal fight while you focus on recovery and peace of mind. At Ted Law Firm, we care about your healing and your future. We proudly help people in Atlanta: Columbus, Macon, Athens, Savannah, Warner Robins, and all of Georgia! We advocate for accident victims across South Carolina and Georgia. When a devastating crash turns your world upside down, you can count on Ted Law Firm to stand by your side and provide the trusted legal support you deserve.
