The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets specific limits on the hours truck drivers can spend on the road to ensure safety. These Hours of Service (HOS) regulations aim to prevent driver fatigue and reduce truck accidents. Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) are used in the commercial trucking industry to track a driver's hours of…
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Fried Goldberg Secures $16.2 Million Verdict Against Amazon Logistics
In a groundbreaking case, a jury in Gwinnett County, Georgia, handed down a $16.2 million verdict against Amazon Logistics and its delivery service partner, Fly Fella Logistics. This case, involving a tragic accident that severely injured an eight-year-old boy, has brought Amazon’s business practices into the spotlight, challenging the company’s claim that it isn’t responsible…
Read More »Thousands of Trucks and Buses Inspected, Hundreds Sidelined for Brake Issues
During a recent Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Brake Safety Day, a wave of surprise truck inspections revealed severe brake violations in over 500 large trucks and commercial vehicles across Canada, Mexico, and the U.S., resulting in their immediate removal from the roads. In April, Brake Safety Day inspections resulted in 4,898 commercial motor vehicles (CMVs)…
Read More »Rethinking the Value of Damages in Personal Injury Cases
By Attorney Joseph A. FriedFried Goldberg, LLC If you ask an experienced lawyer what the value of a particular personal injury case is, they will assess the case based on their experience and their knowledge of what they believe similar cases have resolved for in the venue where the case is pending. The more experience…
Read More »Fried Goldberg Webinar Focuses On Expert Testimony
Sharing what we’ve learned with other attorneys Trucking cases, as with all types of catastrophic litigation, are expert-driven cases. When people are injured in truck accidents, expert testimony can play a vital role in holding negligent parties accountable and helping them recover the financial compensation they deserve. Because of that, lawyers for trucking companies and…
Read More »Georgia Specific Trucking Rules
By Attorney Brian T. MohsFried Goldberg, LLC Below are some of the basic rules that apply when you are representing a person or persons who were injured in a crash involving a commercial motor vehicle in Georgia. Georgia's New Direct Action Statute Georgia’s old direct action statutes allowed people having a cause of action against…
Read More »Self-Driving Trucks Set to Hit U.S. Highways
Many fear autonomous trucks are an "accident waiting to happen.” The prospect of self-driving trucks carrying cargo down the highway has been discussed for years. But now it’s about to become a reality. Beginning later this year, Aurora Innovation Inc. plans to put 20 autonomous trucks on the road to haul freight on I-45 between…
Read More »Taking a Primary Care Physician Deposition
In the intricate world of personal injury law, the deposition of a primary care physician stands as a pivotal moment. The information provided could be the key to success for your client. Understanding the nuances of conducting a primary care physician deposition is paramount for attorneys navigating the complexities of personal injury cases. From extracting…
Read More »South Carolina Case Law Review
South Carolina case law review updates occur all the time. Fried Goldberg prides itself on staying up to date on the most up-to-date case law. Fried Goldberg prides itself on staying up to date on the latest court decisions in both Georgia and South Carolina. We do so to both provide our clients with the best possible legal…
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Georgia case law updates are constantly happening. Here are some of the major court decisions that occurred in 2023. Fried Goldberg prides itself on staying up to date on the latest court decisions in both Georgia and South Carolina. We do so to both provide our clients with the best possible legal service as well as…
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