18-Wheeler Accident Lawyers in Pierce County, Georgia

When 80,000 Pounds Changes Everything

The impact was devastating. One moment you’re driving through Pierce County, Georgia on your way to Brunswick or heading north toward Jesup on U.S. 301. The next, an 80,000-pound tractor-trailer is jackknifing across the highway or barreling down on your vehicle at highway speed. In that instant, your life changes forever.

If you’ve been injured in an 18-wheeler accident in Pierce County, you’re not just dealing with a car crash. You’re facing a war against billion-dollar trucking companies, aggressive insurance adjusters, and federal regulations that most attorneys don’t understand. You need a fighter who knows how to win these specific battles.

Ralph Manginello has spent over 25 years battling trucking companies and winning. As the founding partner of Attorney911, he’s recovered multi-million dollar settlements for victims just like you. Our associate attorney Lupe Peña spent years inside insurance defense firms—he knows exactly how trucking insurers try to minimize your claim, and now he uses that insider knowledge against them to fight for you.

We don’t back down from Fortune 500 companies. We’ve gone toe-to-toe with corporate giants, including our work on the BP Texas City refinery explosion litigation that resulted in over $2.1 billion in industry-wide settlements. When trucking companies see Attorney911 on the case, they know we prepare every claim as if it’s going to trial.

Call us right now at 1-888-ATTY-911. We answer 24/7, and there’s no fee unless we win your case.

The Pierce County Trucking Crisis: Why Our Roads Are Dangerous

Pierce County sits at a dangerous crossroads of freight traffic. We’re bisected by I-95, the primary north-south corridor for East Coast trucking, connecting Miami to Maine. To our west lies I-75, carrying freight from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico. Our local highways—U.S. 301, U.S. 84, and State Road 15—serve as critical connectors for these interstates, funneling massive commercial traffic through our relatively rural community.

The Port of Brunswick, just minutes from Pierce County, is one of the busiest auto import ports on the East Coast. Thousands of car carriers and heavy freight haulers traverse our roads daily, moving cargo between the port and distribution centers across the Southeast. This convergence of interstate traffic, port freight, and agricultural hauling creates a perfect storm for catastrophic truck accidents.

The statistics are sobering. Every 16 minutes, someone in America is injured in a commercial truck crash. In Georgia, which serves as a major distribution hub for the entire Southeast, those numbers hit closer to home. When these accidents happen in Pierce County—whether on the rural stretches of U.S. 301 near Blackshear or along I-95 between exit 78 and 87—the results are often catastrophic.

The physics don’t lie. Your car weighs roughly 4,000 pounds. A fully loaded 18-wheeler can weigh 80,000 pounds under federal law. That’s twenty times your weight. At 65 miles per hour, that truck needs nearly two football fields—525 feet—to come to a complete stop. You’re sharing the road with vehicles that cannot stop quickly, cannot maneuver easily, and when they hit you, the force is devastating.

Georgia law gives you two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. But waiting is dangerous. Evidence disappears fast. Electronic logging device (ELD) data can be overwritten. Trucking companies send rapid-response teams to accident scenes before the ambulance even arrives. The clock started ticking the moment the crash occurred.

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The 25-Year Advantage: Experience That Wins Trucking Cases

Since 1998, Ralph Manginello has made trucking companies pay for the damage they’ve caused. With admission to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and dual licensure in Texas and New York, Manginello brings federal court experience that matters in interstate trucking cases. When your accident involves a carrier operating across state lines—as most do—federal jurisdiction and the complex web of FMCSA regulations become critical. Not every attorney understands these federal nuances. Ralph does.

Our firm’s managing partner has secured settlements ranging from $1.5 million to $9.8 million for traumatic brain injury victims, $1.9 million to $8.6 million for amputation cases, and $1.9 million to $9.5 million in wrongful death matters. Just ask Glenda Walker, who said we “fought for me to get every dime I deserved.” Or consider Donald Wilcox, who told us another firm rejected his case—”One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello… I got a call to come pick up this handsome check.”

These aren’t just numbers. They represent lives restored. Families kept in their homes. Medical bills paid. Futures secured despite catastrophic injuries.

But experience isn’t just about years—it’s about specific knowledge. That’s where Lupe Peña changes the game. Before joining Attorney911, Lupe worked for a national insurance defense firm. He sat in those conference rooms. He learned exactly how trucking companies evaluate claims, train adjusters to minimize payouts, and identify weaknesses to exploit in injury cases. Now he uses that insider advantage for you.

When the trucking company’s insurer sees Lupe’s name on the case, they know we understand their playbook. We recognize the lowball offers before they even make them. We anticipate the “independent” medical exams designed to claim you’re not really hurt. We know when they’re bluffing about taking a case to trial versus when they’ll actually pay.

This insurance defense background isn’t just a resume line—it’s your advantage. As client Chad Harris put it: “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.”

We have offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, serving Pierce County and the entire Southeast Georgia region. Whether you’re in Blackshear, Patterson, Offerman, or anywhere in between, we’re available for immediate consultation.

Call (888) 288-9911 now. The trucking company has lawyers. So should you.

Every Type of 18-Wheeler Accident We Handle

Not all truck accidents are the same. Each type involves different negligence, different liable parties, and different evidence strategies. In Pierce County’s unique mix of interstate highways and rural agricultural roads, we see specific accident patterns that demand specialized legal knowledge.

Jackknife Accidents on I-95

Jackknifes occur when the trailer swings out perpendicular to the cab, often blocking multiple lanes. On I-95 through Pierce County, these accidents create catastrophic pile-ups. They typically happen due to sudden braking on wet pavement, improper braking technique on curves, or empty trailers that lack sufficient weight to maintain traction.

Under 49 CFR § 393.48, drivers must ensure brake systems are functioning properly. When a jackknife occurs, we immediately subpoena the Electronic Control Module (ECM) data to prove whether the driver improperly locked the brakes, violating FMCSA safety standards. We also examine maintenance records under 49 CFR § 396 to determine if the trucking company deferred critical brake repairs.

These cases often involve multiple vehicles. We’ve seen jackknifed trucks sweep across three lanes of I-95, collecting passenger cars like a snowplow. The injuries are devastating—traumatic brain injuries from rollover impacts, spinal cord damage from crushing forces, and fatalities.

Underride Collisions: The Deadliest Crashes

Underride accidents occur when a smaller vehicle slides under the trailer, often shearing off the roof and causing fatal head injuries. Side underride guards aren’t federally required, but rear underride guards are mandated under 49 CFR § 393.86 for trailers manufactured after January 26, 1998.

On U.S. 301 near Blackshear, we’ve seen underride crashes where trucks made sudden stops or turned without adequate warning. These accidents are almost always fatal or result in catastrophic brain and spinal injuries. We examine whether the truck had proper rear impact guards, whether lights and reflectors were functioning under 49 CFR § 393.11, and whether the driver properly signaled their intentions under 49 CFR § 392.2.

Rollover Accidents on Rural Curves

Pierce County’s rural highways—particularly State Road 15 and U.S. 84—feature curves without adequate banking for high-speed trucks. Rollovers happen when drivers take these curves too fast, when cargo shifts, or when drivers overcorrect after drifting off the shoulder.

These accidents frequently involve logging trucks and agricultural haulers serving the timber and peanut industries around Pierce County. Under 49 CFR § 393.100-136, cargo must be secured to withstand 0.8g deceleration forward and 0.5g lateral acceleration. When logs or agricultural equipment spills across the highway, we investigate the loading company’s compliance with these federal securement rules.

Rollovers cause crushing injuries when the trailer lands on smaller vehicles. We’ve handled cases where occupants suffered traumatic amputations, crush syndrome, and severe burns from post-crash fires.

Rear-End Collisions from Following Too Closely

Following too closely is a violation of 49 CFR § 392.11, which requires drivers to maintain distance reasonable for conditions. On the straight stretches of I-95 through Pierce County, truckers often develop highway hypnosis or become distracted by cell phones—violating the texting ban under 49 CFR § 392.80 and the hand-held mobile device prohibition under 49 CFR § 392.82.

The stopping distance disparity is critical here. A truck traveling 65 mph needs 525 feet to stop. If traffic slows suddenly near the Blackshear exit or construction zones, distracted or fatigued drivers cannot stop in time.

We subpoena ECM data to prove the driver didn’t brake until impact, and ELD records to show if they’d exceeded the 11-hour driving limit under 49 CFR § 395.8.

Tire Blowouts and Loss of Control

Tire blowouts cause approximately 11,000 crashes annually nationwide. In Georgia’s heat, particularly during summer harvest season when trucks are heavily loaded with agricultural products, tire failures are common. Under 49 CFR § 393.75, steer tires must have at least 4/32-inch tread depth; other tires require 2/32-inch. Drivers must inspect tires during pre-trip examinations required by 49 CFR § 396.13.

When a blowout causes a truck to veer into your lane on U.S. 301, we examine the tire maintenance records. Often, we find trucking companies operating on retreaded tires beyond safe limits, or drivers failing to check inflation pressures. The debris—sometimes called “road gators”—can also strike trailing vehicles, causing secondary accidents.

Brake Failures on Descents

Brake problems factor in 29% of large truck crashes. On the approach to the Satilla River bridge or descending from the overpasses along I-95, brake fade can be catastrophic. Under 49 CFR § 393.40-55, trucks must have properly functioning service brakes, parking brakes, and emergency systems.

We investigate maintenance records to see if the company deferred brake repairs to save money—a pattern of negligence that can support punitive damages claims. Georgia caps punitive damages at $250,000 in most cases, but exceptions exist for intentional conduct, drunk driving, or conscious indifference to safety.

Cargo Spills on Rural Highways

Pierce County’s agricultural economy means sharing roads with grain haulers, peanut trucks, and logging equipment. When these loads spill—whether due to improper securement under 49 CFR § 393 or simple overloading—they create deadly obstacles for other drivers.

We’ve handled cases where unsecured loads caused chain-reaction collisions on two-lane roads with no shoulder. The loading company, cargo owner, and driver may all share liability under federal securement standards.

Head-On Collisions from Fatigue or Distraction

Head-on crashes often occur when fatigued drivers drift across the centerline. Under 49 CFR § 392.3, no driver shall operate while impaired by fatigue, illness, or any cause making operation unsafe. Yet pressure to meet delivery schedules—particularly for time-sensitive agricultural products—pushes drivers beyond the 14-hour duty window allowed under 49 CFR § 395.

We examine dispatcher communications to prove the company pressured the driver to violate hours-of-service regulations. These violations support liability claims against both the driver and motor carrier.

Wide Turn Accidents (“Squeeze Play”)

When trucks swing wide before right turns—a common maneuver on narrow rural roads in Pierce County—they trap vehicles in their blind spot. Drivers must check mirrors and signal properly under 49 CFR § 392.2. Failure to do so results in crushing injuries when the truck completes the turn over the top of a passenger vehicle.

Blind Spot Collisions

Trucks have massive blind spots—20 feet in front, 30 feet behind, and extending diagonally alongside the tractor. Under 49 CFR § 393.80, mirrors must provide clear views, but many trucks operate with inadequate mirror systems. When a truck changes lanes into a passenger vehicle on I-95, we examine whether the driver properly checked blind spots or whether the company failed to maintain proper mirror alignment.

Federal Regulations That Prove Negligence

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) creates the rules of the road for commercial trucks. When trucking companies break these rules, they cause accidents. We use these violations to prove negligence and maximize your recovery.

49 CFR Part 390: General Applicability

This section defines who must comply with federal regulations. Any truck operating in interstate commerce—carrying cargo across state lines—weighing over 10,001 pounds must comply. Most 18-wheelers on I-95 qualify. When we prove violations, we establish negligence per se—meaning the violation itself proves fault.

49 CFR Part 391: Driver Qualification

Before a driver can operate a commercial vehicle, the trucking company must verify:

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Medical certification under 49 CFR § 391.41 (vision, hearing, no disqualifying conditions)
• Three-year driving history from previous employers
• Pre-employment drug testing
• Annual driving record reviews

The Driver Qualification (DQ) File must contain all this documentation. When companies hire drivers with poor safety records—previous accidents, DUIs, or license suspensions—we pursue negligent hiring claims. In Georgia, which follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar, proving the company’s independent negligence can be crucial if you shared any fault for the accident.

49 CFR Part 392: Driving Rules

This section contains the operational safety rules:

• § 392.3: No driving while fatigued or impaired
• § 392.4/5: No drugs or alcohol (0.04% BAC limit for commercial drivers)
• § 392.6: No scheduling requiring speeding
• § 392.11: Maintain proper following distance
• § 392.80: No texting while driving
• § 392.82: No hand-held mobile device use

When we subpoena cell phone records and find the driver was texting at the moment of impact, we’ve got them dead to rights.

49 CFR Part 393: Vehicle Safety & Cargo Securement

Equipment standards include:

• Brake systems (§ 393.40-55)
• Lighting devices (§ 393.11)
• Cargo securement (§ 393.100-136)
• Rear impact guards (§ 393.86)

The securement rules are specific: aggregate working load limits must equal at least 50% of cargo weight for loose items. When logging trucks spill loads across Pierce County highways, they almost always violate these specific weight-to-tiedown ratios.

49 CFR Part 395: Hours of Service

The most commonly violated regulations limit driving time:

• 11-hour rule: No driving after 11 hours on duty (following 10 consecutive hours off)
• 14-hour window: Cannot drive beyond 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty
• 30-minute break: Required after 8 cumulative hours of driving
• 60/70-hour rule: No driving after 60 hours in 7 days or 70 hours in 8 days

Since December 18, 2017, most trucks must use Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) under 49 CFR § 395.8. These devices automatically record driving time and are tamper-resistant. The data proves whether drivers violated hours limits—evidence of fatigue that juries find compelling.

49 CFR Part 396: Inspection & Maintenance

Trucking companies must systematically inspect, repair, and maintain vehicles. Drivers must complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, recording defects. Annual inspections are required under § 396.17.

When brake failures or tire blowouts cause accidents, we examine these records. Often we find “ghost inspections”—paperwork signed without actual repairs—or patterns of deferred maintenance to save money. This evidence proves the company’s conscious indifference to safety, supporting punitive damages claims in Georgia despite the $250,000 cap.

Everyone Who Can Be Held Liable

Most firms only sue the driver and trucking company. We investigate every potentially liable party because more defendants mean more insurance coverage means higher compensation for you.

The Truck Driver

Direct negligence includes speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, impairment, and traffic violations. We examine their personal driving record, criminal history, and previous employer safety records.

The Trucking Company (Motor Carrier)

Under respondeat superior, employers are responsible for employees’ negligent acts within the scope of employment. But we also pursue direct negligence:

• Negligent hiring: Failing to verify credentials or hiring drivers with poor records
• Negligent training: Inadequate safety instruction on cargo securement or hours-of-service
• Negligent supervision: Failing to monitor ELD compliance or driver behavior
• Negligent maintenance: Deferring repairs to save money
• Negligent scheduling: Pressuring drivers to violate hours-of-service rules

Georgia law allows punitive damages against companies for “willful misconduct, malice, fraud, wantonness, oppression, or conscious indifference to consequences.” When we find patterns of safety violations or maintenance neglect, we pursue these higher damages.

Cargo Owner/Shipper

Companies loading goods at the Port of Brunswick or agricultural processors may provide improper loading instructions, require overweight loading, or pressure carriers to expedite delivery unsafely. We examine shipping contracts and loading instructions.

Loading Companies

Third-party warehouses and stevedores may improperly secure cargo. Under 49 CFR 393, improper loading is a federal violation. When agricultural products shift during transport on Pierce County roads, causing rollovers, the loading company shares liability.

Truck and Trailer Manufacturers

Defective brakes, fuel tank placement causing fires, or stability control failures support product liability claims. We preserve failed components for expert analysis and research recall histories through NHTSA databases.

Parts Manufacturers

Defective tires, brake components, or steering mechanisms can cause accidents even when maintenance is proper. These strict liability claims don’t require proving negligence—only that the product was defective and caused the crash.

Maintenance Companies

Third-party mechanics who perform negligent repairs—improper brake adjustments, installing wrong parts, or clearing vehicles for service despite known defects—can be held liable for crashes resulting from their shoddy work.

Freight Brokers

Brokers who arrange transportation may be liable for negligent selection—choosing carriers with poor safety records, inadequate insurance, or history of violations without reasonable investigation.

Truck Owner (If Different from Carrier)

In owner-operator arrangements, the individual truck owner may be liable for negligent entrustment or failure to maintain equipment under lease agreements.

Government Entities

If dangerous road design—such as inadequate signage on the Satilla River bridge approach or poor lighting on rural State Road 15—contributes to the accident, we may have claims against Georgia DOT or Pierce County. Note that Georgia’s sovereign immunity act caps damages against government entities at $1 million per occurrence, and notice requirements are strict.

The 48-Hour Evidence Crisis

Evidence in truck accident cases doesn’t last. The trucking company knows this. That’s why they deploy rapid-response teams to the scene within hours, sometimes before law enforcement finishes their investigation.

Critical Evidence Timeline:

• Black Box (ECM) Data: Overwrites in 30 days or with subsequent driving events
• ELD Records: May be retained only 6 months under FMCSA rules
• Dashcam Footage: Often deleted within 7-14 days
• Surveillance Video: Local businesses typically overwrite cameras every 30 days
• Driver Qualification Files: Can be “lost” or altered if not preserved immediately
• Physical Evidence: Trucks get repaired or sold; cargo gets delivered; the accident scene changes

When you hire Attorney911, we immediately—we’re talking within 24 hours—send spoliation letters to every potentially liable party. These letters put them on legal notice that they must preserve all evidence or face severe sanctions, including adverse inference instructions (where the jury is told to assume destroyed evidence was unfavorable) and monetary penalties.

We demand preservation of:

• ECM/EDR electronic data
• ELD logs and GPS tracking
• Driver Qualification Files and personnel records
• Maintenance and inspection records
• Dispatch communications and load documents
• Cell phone records
• Drug and alcohol test results
• The physical truck and trailer themselves

We also deploy accident reconstruction experts to Pierce County immediately to photograph the scene, measure skid marks, and document debris patterns before rain or traffic destroys the evidence.

In Georgia, you have two years from the accident date to file suit. But waiting even two weeks can mean losing the electronic data that proves the driver was speeding, fatigued, or distracted. As client Angel Walle noted, “They solved in a couple of months what others did nothing about in two years”—because we move fast.

Don’t let evidence disappear. Call 1-888-288-9911 right now.

Catastrophic Injuries and Maximum Recovery

Trucking accidents don’t cause fender-benders. They cause catastrophic, life-altering injuries.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

The force of an 80,000-pound truck impact often causes the brain to strike the inside of the skull, resulting in:

• Concussions and post-concussive syndrome
• Cognitive impairment affecting memory and concentration
• Personality changes and emotional instability
• Chronic headaches and dizziness
• Permanent disability requiring lifelong care

Our documented settlements for TBI cases range from $1.5 million to $9.8 million, depending on severity. These funds cover not just immediate medical bills, but future care, lost earning capacity, and compensation for diminished quality of life.

Spinal Cord Injury and Paralysis

When trucks crush vehicle roofs or cause rollovers, spinal cord injuries often result in:

• Paraplegia (loss of function below the waist)
• Quadriplegia (loss of function in all four limbs)
• Incomplete injuries with partial function loss
• Chronic pain and spasticity

Lifetime care costs for paraplegia can exceed $2.5 million; quadriplegia can cost $5 million or more. We’ve secured settlements ranging from $4.7 million to $25.8 million for these devastating injuries.

Amputation

Crushing forces often require surgical amputation of limbs. Whether traumatic (severed at the scene) or surgical (due to irreparable damage), amputation cases typically settle between $1.9 million and $8.6 million. These funds cover prosthetics (which need replacement every 3-5 years), rehabilitation, home modifications, and lost earning capacity.

Severe Burns

Fuel tank ruptures and hazmat spills cause thermal and chemical burns requiring:

• Skin grafts and reconstructive surgery
• Treatment at specialized burn centers (like the Joseph M. Still Burn Center in Augusta, Georgia)
• Long-term pain management
• Psychological counseling for disfigurement trauma

Wrongful Death

When a trucking accident kills your loved one, Georgia law allows recovery for:

• Lost future income and benefits
• Loss of companionship and guidance
• Mental anguish of surviving family members
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Medical expenses incurred before death

Our wrongful death settlements range from $1.9 million to $9.5 million, depending on the decedent’s age, earning capacity, and circumstances of the crash.

Commercial Insurance: Deep Pockets, Complicated Rules

Federal law requires trucking companies to carry substantial insurance:

• $750,000: Minimum for general freight over 10,001 pounds
• $1,000,000: Required for oil transport, certain equipment, and passenger carriers
• $5,000,000: Required for hazardous materials

Many carriers carry umbrella policies providing $5-10 million in additional coverage. But accessing these funds requires knowing how trucking law works.

Insurance companies employ tactics to minimize payouts:

• Quick lowball offers: Designed to settle before you know the full extent of injuries
• Recorded statements: Trained adjusters ask leading questions to get you to admit fault or minimize symptoms
• Surveillance: Hiring investigators to photograph you doing daily activities, arguing you’re not really hurt
• Independent medical exams: Sending you to doctors who consistently find against plaintiffs
• Pre-existing condition arguments: Claiming your back pain was from an old injury, not the crash

With Lupe Peña’s insurance defense background, we recognize these tactics immediately. We know when an offer is insulting versus when it approaches fair value. And we know how to counter surveillance with medical evidence proving your legitimate limitations.

In Georgia, which follows a modified comparative negligence rule with a 50% bar, the insurance company will try to pin blame on you. If they prove you were 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing. Even if you’re 30% at fault, your recovery is reduced by 30%. We fight these comparative fault arguments with ECM data, accident reconstruction, and witness testimony.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pierce County Trucking Accidents

How long do I have to file a lawsuit after an 18-wheeler accident in Pierce County?

Georgia gives you two years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. If the accident resulted in death, the wrongful death claim must also be filed within two years. However, you should never wait. Evidence disappears quickly—black box data can be overwritten in 30 days, and trucking companies destroy records. Contact us immediately to preserve your evidence.

What if I was partially at fault for the accident?

Georgia uses modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar. If you’re found 49% or less at fault, you can still recover, but your damages are reduced by your fault percentage. However, if you’re found 50% or more at fault, you recover nothing. We fight aggressively to minimize any assigned fault to you using objective evidence like ECM data and accident reconstruction.

Who can I sue besides the truck driver?

Multiple parties may be liable: the trucking company (for negligent hiring, training, or supervision), the cargo owner, loading companies, maintenance companies, manufacturers (if defective parts caused the crash), freight brokers, and potentially government entities if road design contributed. We investigate every angle.

How much is my case worth?

Case values depend on injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and available insurance. Given that trucking companies carry $750K-$5M in coverage, catastrophic injury cases in Pierce County often settle for high six or seven figures. We’ve recovered millions for clients with TBI, paralysis, and amputation.

Will my case go to trial?

Most cases settle before trial, but we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. Insurance companies know which lawyers are willing to go to court—and they offer better settlements to those attorneys. With 25+ years of experience and federal court admission, Ralph Manginello has the trial experience to take your case all the way if necessary.

What does it cost to hire your firm?

Nothing upfront. We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win. We advance all investigation costs, expert fees, and litigation expenses. Our fee is a percentage of your recovery: 33.33% if settled pre-trial, 40% if we go to trial. You never receive a bill from us.

Do you handle wrongful death cases?

Yes. When a trucking accident kills a loved one in Pierce County, we pursue wrongful death claims for surviving spouses, children, and parents. We’ve recovered $1.9 million to $9.5 million in wrongful death settlements. We understand this is about justice for your loss, not just money.

What if the truck driver was an independent contractor, not an employee?

We investigate the relationship between driver and company. Even “independent” drivers may be treated as employees for liability purposes if the company controls their work details. Additionally, owner-operators carry their own insurance, and the contracting company may still have liability for negligent selection.

Can undocumented immigrants file personal injury claims?

Yes. Immigration status does not affect your right to compensation for injuries caused by others. We handle these cases with discretion and respect. Hablamos Español—Lupe Peña provides direct representation in Spanish without interpreters.

What if the trucking company is from out of state?

Federal regulations apply nationwide. We can sue out-of-state companies in Georgia federal court or Georgia state court if the accident occurred here. Ralph Manginello’s federal court admission and multi-state licensure allow us to handle complex interstate cases seamlessly.

How do you prove the driver was fatigued?

We subpoena ELD data showing hours of service violations, driver logs, dispatch records showing impossible delivery schedules, and driver pay records showing incentives for driving longer hours. We also examine cell phone records for late-night calls indicating insufficient rest.

What’s the difference between a truck accident and a car accident case?

Trucking cases involve federal regulations (FMCSA), commercial insurance policies with higher limits, multiple liable parties, and specialized evidence like ECM data and driver qualification files. They require attorneys who understand these complexities—general personal injury lawyers often miss critical details that maximize recovery.

Your Recovery Starts With One Call

The trucking company has already called their lawyers. Their insurance adjuster is already strategizing how to pay you as little as possible. What are you doing to protect yourself?

At Attorney911, we treat you like family—not like a case number. As client Kiimarii Yup said after we helped him recover following a total loss accident: “I lost everything… 1 year later I have gained so much in return plus a brand new truck.”

Ralph Manginello has spent 25 years fighting for families in Pierce County and across Georgia. Luque Peña brings insider knowledge of insurance defense tactics. Together, we form a team that trucking companies fear.

We offer free consultations—day or night, weekends included. We come to you if you’re hospitalized in Blackshear, Jesup, or Savannah. We advance all costs. And we don’t get paid unless you do.

Don’t let the trucking company win. Don’t let evidence disappear. Don’t settle for less than you deserve.

Call Attorney911 now at 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911). Available 24/7. Hablamos Español.

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