Four Vehicles, Including Tractor-Trailer, Involved in Deadly Interstate 20 Collision in Atlanta
ATLANTA, GEORGIA (June 25, 2025) – A 35-year-old man has tragically died in an Atlanta semi-truck accident on Interstate 20, according to Georgia State Patrol.
Fulton County officials are saying that the accident took place around 3:00 a.m. on Thursday. Four vehicles were involved in the collision, including a semi-truck and SUV.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help all of the victims. Sadly, one person tragically died due to the severe nature of their injuries.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Atlanta Semi-Truck Accidents
Large trucks pose a unique safety hazard to people in passenger vehicles. According to the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, “Among all the traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries involving large trucks, 76 percent were occupants of other vehicles, 16 percent were the large truck operators, 5 percent were non-motorists, and 3 percent were large truck passengers.” There are a number of unique features that trucks have that can make them dangerous.
- Blind Spots: Commercial trucks have large blind spots that can easily obscure the presence of smaller vehicles. These blind spots exist all around the truck and are most prominent on the sides in front of the vehicle.
- Weight: Commercial trucks can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. This can make them dangerous even at very low speeds.
- Turning Radius: Commercial trucks have a very wide turning radius, which can make them much more susceptible to side impact collisions.
Truck drivers have a legal obligation to use caution to avoid colliding with any other vehicle. Many truck accidents involve truck drivers that make unsafe lane changes. Pursuant to GA Code § 40-6-123, no person shall turn a vehicle from its position on the roadway unless such a movement can be made with reasonable safety. When a truck driver violates a traffic rule, this could form the basis of a negligence claim.
Truck accidents tend to be very complex events. The factors that contribute to any collision could take place hours, days, or weeks beforehand. It is possible that there could be several liable parties for any car accident. This includes the company responsible for maintaining a commercial truck. If the brakes or engine on a truck are not cared for properly, this may contribute to a catastrophic collision. Evidence preservation is critical after any truck accident.
- Photos of the accident site should be taken.
- Surveillance footage of the accident should be sought.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- The logbook of the truck driver involved should be reviewed.
Truck accidents are often highly preventable. They tend to be the result of numerous traffic violations. In particular, truck drivers can easily become dangerously fatigued during their long shifts. In fact, nearly 10% of all truck drivers involved in a fatal collision have reported feeling under pressure from their carrier. The family of any person killed in a truck accident may be able to seek some measure of justice through a wrongful death claim.
Investigating Fulton County Semi-Truck Accidents
We at Butler Kahn extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man killed in this Fulton County semi-truck accident. Any person who may have more information about the collision should reach out to Georgia State Patrol. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what happened. Many questions remain unanswered at this time.
Do you need more information about an Atlanta truck accident? Our team of truck accident attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that negligent drivers are held fully accountable for their actions. In fact, we have successfully resolved thousands of claims for individuals and families all across Georgia. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into any incident, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at 678-940-1444.
