Georgia Commercial Driver DUIs and Truck Accidents
While semi truck accidents can be particularly devastating no matter the cause, those that result from driver negligence, such as recklessness, aggression, driving while distracted, and driving under the influence can be even more shocking and upsetting as these incidents are preventable.
In the state of Georgia, drivers are considered to be driving under the influence if a blood alcohol test shows a level greater than .08. However, commercial drivers are held to a special standard and are considered DUI drivers once their BAC levels reach .04. In addition to having an alcohol concentration of .04 or greater while operating a commercial vehicle, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration considers the following to be illegal for drivers of semi trucks:
- Being under the influence of a controlled substance such as alcohol or drugs
- Being under the influence of alcohol as defined by state laws
- Refusing to take an alcohol test as required by law in any city or state in the United States
Violations of these rules typically seem to indicate negligence, and clear evidence of this alleged negligence by a drunken truck driver could strengthen victims’ claims should they decide to seek legal counsel and pursue a claim for compensation.
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Liability in Semi Truck Accidents
In semi truck accidents involving drivers who were operating their vehicles while under the influence, the liability may extend beyond the truck driver. An experienced Georgia DUI truck accident attorney may investigate a serious or fatal truck collision involving drinking and driving and find that the driver’s employer was also negligent. The trucking company may have been aware that the driver was intoxicated or failed to properly supervise or train the driver. In such cases, victims may be entitled to file a lawsuit for negligent entrustment of vehicle.
Semi truck accidents in which the driver is accused of driving under the influence often lead to complex personal injury claims. Insurance companies for the responsible parties may attempt to quickly settle the case or simply deny the victim’s claim outright. If you or someone you love has sustained injuries in a semi truck collision, it is in your best interest to seek legal counsel from an aggressive Atlanta drunk driving semi crash lawyer who can work to protect your legal rights.
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Van Sant Law, Represents Victims of Semi Truck Accidents
Those who have been injured in a semi truck that was caused due to a driver operating the vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol may be entitled to file a lawsuit and recover monetary damages for their injuries. We have successfully represented thousands of clients throughout Georgia, and you will not be obligated to pay any of our legal expenses unless we are able to recover compensation for you.
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