Can a trucking company be responsible for hiring an unsafe driver in Georgia?

Kyle Moore

Kyle Moore's Answer

Personal Injury Lawatlanta, USA13 years experience

Quick Answer

If you're in a trucking accident in Georgia due to an unsafe driver, the hiring company may be liable for your damages, so consult a lawyer to assess your claim's viability.

đź’ˇ Every situation is different. Speak with a lawyer to understand your specific options.

Key risks

Potential Risk

Failure to hire a lawyer can jeopardize your claim.

Potential Risk

Inadequate investigation into the driver/company relationship may weaken your case.

Potential Risk

Assuming only the driver is liable could lead to missing potential compensation from the company.

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If you're involved in a trucking accident in Georgia that was caused by an unsafe driver,

the company that hired that driver could potentially be liable to compensate you for your damages.

It's very important that you hire a lawyer and explore all of the background relationship

between the trucking company and the driver to determine the viability of that claim.