Out of 2,277 fatal Georgia vehicle crashes in 2003, 208 involved trucks. Luckily, not every Georgia trucker accident [http://www.robertswindholz.com/resource-links/trucker-accident-in-georgia/] is fatal but many do result in severe, often-disabling injuries. The following are some examples of injuries that can be typical of a run-in between a large truck and an automobile.

• Neck and spine injuries: The severe impact of a truck against a smaller vehicle can easily lead to often-severe injury to the neck and spine. Regardless of whether the impact was from behind, from the side, or as a result of a head-on collision, neck and spine injury often leads to permanent partial or full paralysis.


• Head and brain injuries: Impact from the front or side is most likely to cause injury of the head, but even a rear-end collision can cause this type of injury to anyone who is not wearing a seatbelt and is thrown forward in the car. The brain is the control center of all body functions. As such, virtually any part of the body can be affected, from sensory ability to the functioning of vital organs. Recovery may be possible over a long period, but there is a strong likelihood for permanent disability.


• Crushed bones: Bones can be irreparably crushed from a collision with a truck, particularly if the impact was from the front or side. In some cases, the damage can be repaired, and recovery is possible over an extended period of time. Unfortunately, permanent limited use of limbs is a real possibility for those injured in serious accidents.


• Psychological damage: The terrifying experience of a collision with a heavy truck is very likely to cause psychological trauma, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or a fear of getting back into a car. This kind of damage can affect the lives of victims in many ways, including hindering their ability to work or care for their families.

If you or a loved one was injured as a result of a collision with a truck, it is critical to seek representation from a personal injury law firm with the specialized skills and resources needed to ensure you are able to receive full and fair compensation for injuries that may extend over a lifetime. In Atlanta or throughout North Georgia, the law offices of Robert S. Windholz, LLC provides the skills and experience you need to achieve the best possible resolution for your case.