By Ted SpauldingThe views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.
For nearly a century, Georgia has stood as one of only four states to allow plaintiffs to sue insurance companies directly after accidents involving tractor-trailers. This long-standing provision, a thorn in the side of insurers and a crucial safeguard for public safety and for ensuring fair compensation, is about to change — and not for the better.