{"id":18483,"date":"2026-10-28T02:14:38","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T02:14:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/truck-accident-lawyer-duluth-ga\/"},"modified":"2026-10-28T02:14:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T02:14:47","slug":"truck-accident-lawyer-duluth-ga","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/truck-accident-lawyer-georgia\/truck-accident-lawyer-duluth-ga\/","title":{"rendered":"Truck Accident Lawyer, Marietta GA | Slam Dunk Attorney"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-18482\" alt=\"A commercial truck accident scene on a multi-lane highway, with debris, skid marks, and specialists measuring the collision site.\" src=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-commercial-truck-accident-scene-on-a-multi-lane-highway-wi-photo-6.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-commercial-truck-accident-scene-on-a-multi-lane-highway-wi-photo-6-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-commercial-truck-accident-scene-on-a-multi-lane-highway-wi-photo-6-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-commercial-truck-accident-scene-on-a-multi-lane-highway-wi-photo-6-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-commercial-truck-accident-scene-on-a-multi-lane-highway-wi-photo-6-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-commercial-truck-accident-scene-on-a-multi-lane-highway-wi-photo-6.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Truck Accident Lawyers | Marietta, Georgia<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hurt in a Truck Crash in Marietta? Our Lawyers Are Ready to Listen<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Slam Dunk Attorney represents people injured in 18-wheeler, semi and commercial truck accidents across Marietta, Cobb County and metro Atlanta. Your first consultation is free, confidential and comes with no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14049513513\">Request a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Peter F. Jaraysi \u00b7 Published October 27, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>If a commercial truck hurt you or someone you love, a truck accident lawyer can help you understand your rights under Georgia law and gather the proof a claim needs. Slam Dunk Attorney is based in Duluth, Georgia, and represents injured people in Marietta, across metro Atlanta, and throughout Georgia. Peter F. Jaraysi and Brian D. Wright are among the firm&#8217;s lawyers. The first consultation is free and confidential.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Truck Accident Lawyer Does for Injured People in Georgia<\/h2>\n<p>A truck accident lawyer represents people hurt in crashes with 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, and other commercial trucks. The lawyer also represents families when a truck crash causes a death.<\/p>\n<p>This work is for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Drivers and passengers in cars hit by a commercial truck<\/li>\n<li>Motorcyclists and pedestrians struck by a truck<\/li>\n<li>Families of people killed in a truck crash<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our lawyers handle the proof, the insurance contacts, and the paperwork, so you can focus on your health. Slam Dunk Attorney handles truck cases across metro Atlanta and Georgia from its Duluth base. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gahighwaysafety.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2021-Large-Trucks-Georgia-Traffic-Safety-Facts.pdf\">Georgia large-truck safety facts<\/a> from the state&#8217;s highway safety office track fatalities and serious injuries in these crashes.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14049513513\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/damaged-truck-at-accident-scene-with-police-tape-barrier-photo-4.jpg\" alt=\"Black-and-white photo of a damaged truck behind police tape at a crash scene.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Why Truck Crashes Are Different From Car Crashes<\/h2>\n<p>Truck crashes usually involve more federal rules, more parties, and more records than a typical car crash. Federal trucking rules set how drivers and carriers must operate.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Driving time limits.<\/strong> A driver may not drive without first taking 10 consecutive hours off duty. A driver of a property-carrying commercial motor vehicle may drive a total of 11 hours during the period after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty, and may not drive after 14 consecutive hours after coming on duty (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-395.3\">49 CFR \u00a7 395.3<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duty-status records.<\/strong> Carriers must have drivers record their duty status, and no one may make a false report about it (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-395.8\">49 CFR \u00a7 395.8<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maintenance.<\/strong> Carriers must systematically inspect, repair, and maintain the vehicles they control (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-396.3\">49 CFR \u00a7 396.3<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Driver files.<\/strong> Carriers must keep a driver qualification file for each driver they employ (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-391.51\">49 CFR \u00a7 391.51<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>More than one party may share responsibility, such as the driver, the carrier, or a company tied to the truck or its cargo. Who is responsible depends on the facts.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Truck Accident Claim Can Cover<\/h2>\n<p>A truck accident claim can seek damages you prove, and damages the law presumes from the injury. General damages can be recovered without proof of an amount. Special damages, like bills and lost pay, must be proved (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-2<\/a>).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical care.<\/strong> Emergency treatment, surgery, rehabilitation, and ongoing care.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost income.<\/strong> Missed wages and reduced ability to earn later.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Property.<\/strong> Vehicle and other property damage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Catastrophic injuries.<\/strong> Spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, amputation, and severe burns often need long-term planning. <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/001066.htm\">MedlinePlus<\/a> explains spinal cord injuries and their effects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful death.<\/strong> A surviving spouse may recover the full value of the decedent&#8217;s life, and children may recover if there is no surviving spouse (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-4-2<\/a>). When death results from a crime or from criminal or other negligence, the personal representative may recover funeral, medical, and other necessary expenses (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-4-5<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Georgia also uses modified comparative fault. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>, damages drop by your share of fault. If you are 50 percent or more responsible, you recover nothing.<\/p>\n<h2>Evidence That Matters Early After a Truck Crash<\/h2>\n<p>Early action matters because some carrier records are kept only for set periods. Requests for those records should go out quickly.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Maintenance records.<\/strong> Carriers keep these for one year where the vehicle is housed, and six months after it leaves their control (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-396.3\">49 CFR \u00a7 396.3<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Post-accident testing.<\/strong> Federal rules set time windows for alcohol and drug tests after a qualifying crash. If a test is late, the carrier must record why (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-382.303\">49 CFR \u00a7 382.303<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your own proof.<\/strong> Keep the police report, photos of the scene and vehicles, witness names, medical records, and pay records.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A common mistake is giving a recorded statement or signing a release before you know the full extent of your injuries. A lawyer can handle insurer calls for you.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>A truck accident claim usually moves through five stages. How long each stage takes depends on the facts, the injuries, the insurers, and court schedules.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free consultation.<\/strong> You describe the crash, your injuries, and any insurance contacts. The talk is confidential, with no obligation to continue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> The firm identifies responsible parties and requests the trucking records described above.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical and damages records.<\/strong> Treatment notes, bills, and wage records show the full effect of the injury.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand and negotiation.<\/strong> A settlement demand goes to the insurers involved.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filing suit, if needed.<\/strong> Georgia generally requires an injury lawsuit within two years after the right of action accrues (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>). Loss of consortium claims have four years under the same statute.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Fees, Costs, and the Free Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>The first consultation with Slam Dunk Attorney is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. Fee terms are set out in writing, and clients may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses. Ask about every term before you decide.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14049513513\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Work With Slam Dunk Attorney<\/h2>\n<p>Slam Dunk Attorney is a personal injury firm based in Duluth, Georgia. It represents injured people in truck, car, motorcycle, rideshare, and other injury cases across metro Atlanta and Georgia.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Peter F. Jaraysi is the responsible lawyer for this page.<\/li>\n<li>Brian D. Wright is also one of the firm&#8217;s lawyers.<\/li>\n<li>Assistants and office staff support the lawyers with intake and records.<\/li>\n<li>The firm also handles catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our lawyers practice law in Georgia. Each case is reviewed on its own facts.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Accident Claims in Georgia<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How soon should I contact a lawyer after a truck crash?<\/summary><p>Georgia generally requires an injury lawsuit within two years after the right of action accrues. Early contact also helps preserve records that carriers keep for limited periods.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the trucking company&#8217;s insurer calls me?<\/summary><p>A lawyer can handle those calls for you.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I still have a claim if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p>Possibly. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey (2020)<\/a>), damages are reduced by your share of fault, and a plaintiff who is 50 percent or more at fault recovers nothing.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Who can bring a wrongful death claim after a truck crash?<\/summary><p>A surviving spouse may bring the claim. If there is no surviving spouse, children may bring it (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-4-2<\/a>).<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does Slam Dunk Attorney represent people in Marietta?<\/summary><p>Yes. The firm is based in Duluth, Georgia, and represents clients in Marietta, Lawrenceville, and across metro Atlanta and Georgia.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/forensic-investigator-examining-evidence-on-a-city-street-at-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A forensic investigator examines evidence on a city street at night.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With a Truck Accident Lawyer Now<\/h2>\n<p>If a commercial truck crash has left you with injuries, medical bills, missed work, or the loss of a loved one, the deadlines and records are already moving. Slam Dunk Attorney can review your truck accident claim in a free, confidential consultation. <a href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a free consultation<\/a> or call the firm to get started.<\/p>\n<p><em>Disclaimer: This page is general information, not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Responsible lawyer: Peter F. Jaraysi, Slam Dunk Attorney, Duluth, Georgia. Contact the firm through its <a href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>Attorney advertising. The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice; reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship with Slam Dunk Attorney. Peter F. Jaraysi is the lawyer responsible for this content. Slam Dunk Attorney, 2250 Satellite Blvd, Ste. 120, Duluth, GA 30097, 678-648-4238.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How We Approach Truck Accident Cases<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We Look Beyond the Driver<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trucking crashes often involve more than one party, including the driver, the carrier, the company that leased the truck, and maintenance or loading contractors. We review who may share responsibility.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We Help Preserve Evidence<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electronic logging data, dispashcam footage, inspection records and maintenance files can be overwritten or discarded. Early action helps protect what matters to your case.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We Handle the Insurance Companies<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trucking companies and their insurers often contact injured people quickly. We can handle those communications so you can focus on your recovery.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We Account for Your Full Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We take time to understand your medical care, lost income and day-to-day needs so that the full impact of the crash is considered.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Important: Be Careful Before Speaking With the Trucking Company<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A trucking company&#x27;s insurance adjuster may ask for a recorded statement soon after a crash. Anything you say can be used later. Before you give a statement or sign any paperwork, speak with a lawyer about your situation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14049513513\">Call for a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Call for a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Steps to Take After a Truck Accident<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Medical Care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See a doctor as soon as you can, even if your injuries seem minor. Some injuries, such as head and back injuries, may take time to show symptoms.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Document the Scene<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If it is safe, take photos of the vehicles, the road, the truck&#x27;s markings and your injuries. Write down the names of the drivers, the carrier and any witnesses.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep Your Records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save medical bills, pay stubs, repair estimates and any letters from insurers. Keep a simple journal of your pain and daily limits.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Talk to a Lawyer<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact Slam Dunk Attorney for a free, confidential consultation. 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