The overwhelming majority of truck accidents in Augusta are caused by negligence. Common examples include:

• Speeding
• Tailgating
• Improper vehicle maintenance
• Drowsy driving
• Impaired driving (alcohol, prescription drugs, illicit drugs, over-the-counter medications)
• Improper driver training / negligent hiring by the carrier
• Unlicensed drivers (truck drivers require special licensing)
• Distracted driving (e.g. texting, GPS devices, using a radio, etc.)
• Failure to yield
• Running red lights or stop signs

At M. Austin Jackson Attorney at Law, we work with outside investigative specialists and expert witnesses as needed to identify the true causes of a truck crash and identify any contributing negligence.