A driver was killed in metro Atlanta on October 19th, 2017, in what has been described as a freak accident. According to AJC.com, Sandy Springs Police Sergeant Sam Worsham stated, “A truck traveling north on Ga 400 at Pitts Road lost a wheel and tire . . . The wheel went over the wall and struck a vehicle south on Ga. 400.”
The victim was a 40-year old Alpharetta woman. The owner of the truck expressed remorse for what happened and could not offer any explanation. He told a reporter “I was on the way to my job . . . “I’m not drunk. I’m not driving fast. It was like a normal (day) trying to get to my job.” The accident created a massive back-up on both sides of the highway.
A Seemingly Preventable Tragedy
Shortly after the accident, it was reported that “investigators determined the wheel came off of the truck due to a mechanical failure.” If true, this would indicate that the accident was entirely preventable. While it is still too early to know exactly what went wrong, the “mechanical failure” could have been due to a mistake by a mechanic that worked on the truck.
Another possibility is that there was some defect with the tire, wheel, or truck, in which case the tire manufacturer, wheel manufacturer, or truck manufacturer may bear some responsibility. It also could be that the driver caused or should have been aware of the problem before the tire flew off.
And it is also entirely possible that this wreck was caused by poor maintenance. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter currently represents a nice lady who was injured due to a tire falling off a tractor-trailer. In that case, poor maintenance led to the crash.
Determining fault in car accidents is important not only because doing so holds wrongful parties accountable, but also because it ensures that victims of an accident are able to get the compensation that they deserve. This is why it is so important that auto accidents are thoroughly and carefully investigated. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, believes that every accident victim deserves to know the truth.
Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, Helps Accident Victims Get Justice
Whenever tragedies occur, it is important to figure out what happened and make sure that victims and their families are properly taken care of. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is dedicated to thoroughly investigating the cause of accidents and vigorously representing victims when they bring personal injury or wrongful death claims. Helping personal injury victims get the compensation they deserve is our top concern.
If you or a loved one has suffered a personal injury and you think it could have been due to the wrongful conduct of someone else, it is imperative that you are aware of your legal rights and options. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, serves clients throughout the State of Georgia, including Acworth and Kennesaw, offers free consultations, and only accepts a fee from a personal injury client when they win their case. To discuss your case, contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, by calling 833-LEGALGA today.
