How to Safely Share the Road with Trucks in GA

Sharing the roadway with semi trucks and 18 wheelers does not have to be dangerous. As a licensed driver it is up to you to protect yourself, and your passengers, from dangerous situations on our roadways. If you or a loved on have recently been injured in a trucking accident in GA, do not delay, contact a truck accident attorney immediately.

At The Cochran Firm Atlanta, we represent victims of semi truck accidents throughout the state of Georgia. As experienced injury accident litigators we have successfully represented hundreds of truck accident victims.

Things to Avoid When Driving Around Semis

Do Not Cutoff a Semi

Semis and most large trucks require a substantial distance to come to a complete stop, especially when traveling at highway speeds. Cutting off a semi puts you, your passengers, and other drivers at risk.

Do Not Tailgate

It is a rule of thumb that if you cannot see a truck driver’s face, in the rear view mirror, they cannot see you. Make sure that you allow enough distance that you are confident the driver can see your vehicle. It is important to keep in mind that a semi or an 18 wheeler can safely drive over large debris. If you are following too closely and the truck happens to hit debris, you are not likely to have time to avoid it.

Do Not Drive Beside a Truck

While it is often necessary to pass or be passed by a semi, on the highway, it is important that you do not drive next to a large truck for an extended period of time. Heavy crosswinds and load imbalances can cause a truck to drift into another lane.

Do Not Pass on the Right

Truck drivers have a blind spot that extends most of the right side of their truck. Passing a semi on the right is a very risky maneuver that can cause a major accident.

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a large truck accident in GA, contact The Cochran Firm Atlanta toll-free at 866.549.0562 for your personal injury consultation. Feel free to also submit our quick contact web form.

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