Steps in an Atlanta car accident lawsuit include filing and settling your claim or going to trial. There are several other steps that our firm will handle for you. Car accident lawsuits require a process and may take significant time. By hiring our firm, you may avoid the responsibility of a lawsuit. The Sequence of …
Are Some Car Accident Cases Too Small to Warrant a Lawsuit?
Some car accident cases are too small to warrant a lawsuit. Such accidents may include: Those that don’t result in any injuries Those involving minimal medical care, property repairs, and other damage – perhaps less than the cost of a lawsuit Those in which the insurance company offers an adequate settlement, eliminating the motivation to …
What You Need to Know If Someone Runs You Off the Road and Causes You to Crash
If you or a loved one was injured in a car accident caused by another motorist who did not stop, here’s what you need to know if someone runs you off the road and causes you to crash. While you will likely be in shock, try to remain calm. There are several things you can …
Should I Get a Lawyer for a Car Accident in Georgia?
There is no law that requires you to hire a lawyer for an injury case, but you may want to get a lawyer for a car accident in Georgia if: You have significant injuries and medical costs. You are physically or otherwise unable to handle a case by yourself. You want help negotiating a fair …
Georgia Motor Vehicle Crash Report Codes
Following your car accident, you can retrieve the police report to learn more details about what happened. Since these reports are used for police record-keeping, they aren’t in layman’s terms. Fortunately, understanding Georgia’s motor vehicle crash report codes can be simple if you know what you’re looking for. Components of a Crash Report in Georgia …
Things to Consider Before a Car Accident Lawsuit in Atlanta
Things to consider before a car accident lawsuit in Atlanta include: What the monetary value of your damages are Your own financial situation Whether an insurance claim could cover your losses Which attorney to hire What fee structure your attorney offers A car accident attorney will consider every relevant detail of your case. They will …
Atlanta Car Accident Checklist
The aftermath of a car accident in Atlanta can be chaotic. When you have been injured in a car accident, you may not be sure what your next steps should be or how to make sure the liable party is held accountable for their negligence. With this in mind, here is a comprehensive checklist you …
How to Read an Accident Report
When going through the accident report for your accident, you should know how to read it. This begins by knowing each field that the report covers. Fields on a Georgia Uniform Motor Vehicle Accident Report Per paperwork provided by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR), accident reports in Georgia cover the following topics …
Auto accident settlement formula
The following is an auto accident settlement formula that insurance companies and attorneys may rely on: Calculation of your current and future medical expenses Multiplication of your total medical expenses by a factor of between 1 and 5 (which provides the monetary value of your non-economic losses like pain and suffering) Addition of your economic …
Who Is Responsible If Someone Is Driving My Car and Gets in an Accident?
If another person is responsible for an accident while driving your vehicle, it is understandable for you to wonder if you face civil liability. Most of the time, though, the at-fault driver will be responsible for any damages that occur. However, circumstances could lead you to face liability. Car accidents can be complicated enough under …
What Happens if You Get Into a Car Accident Without Insurance?
If you get into a car accident without the required insurance coverage, the consequences could be steep. The Georgia Department of Revenue notes that without insurance, you could face fines, license suspension, and even criminal charges. Additionally, without liability insurance, you could be personally liable for any damage you caused if you were at fault. …
What Happens If I Am at Fault in a Car Accident?
If you have questions about what happens when you are at fault in a car accident, we encourage you to reach out to our firm. Even though you are at fault, the terms of your insurance policy could provide you with compensation for your injuries. If you are responsible for causing a car accident due …
Is It Worth Getting a Lawyer for Minor Car Accident?
It is generally worth getting a lawyer for a minor car accident because: Seemingly minor accidents can have hidden costs. You want to defend your rights, and a lawyer from our team can help. Your injuries may be more serious than you first believe. There is no direct financial risk to hiring a lawyer from …
Driving Without a License in Georgia
If you were in an accident with someone who was driving without a license in Georgia, you may not know your options for pursuing compensation for your injuries. The other driver without a license could face legal and financial consequences from both the accident and criminal charges. They also may be liable for your compensation, …
What to Do If I’m in a Car Accident in Another State?
Although being in a car accident in another state is distressing, the steps you take afterward are similar to the ones you take if you were in your own state: get medical attention, contact the necessary parties, and work with insurance companies. However, if someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, you will need to file …
Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident?
Regardless of how severe your car accident was, you may qualify for compensation if you sustained an injury, and a lawyer from our firm can help. Negligence relies on connecting an action to an injury, not on a crash’s severity. If another party caused you harm, you may be able to hold them accountable. Our …
How to File a Diminished Value Claim in Georgia
Filing a diminished value claim in Georgia involves securing an estimate of your vehicle repair costs after the accident and filing a claim with the insurance company. You will need to know the value of your car when you purchased it, as well. How to Get an Estimate of Your Vehicle After the Accident You …
What to Do if You Are Injured in a Rear-End Car Crash?
Here is what you should do if you are injured in a rear-end car crash: Seek medical care to document your condition and seek treatment Follow your doctor’s orders Document your injury-related losses Notify the liable insurer Consider partnering with our law firm Once you retain our services, we will take over your case. Our …
Can I Sue a Mechanic Or Auto Repair Shop in Georgia For Negligence?
If a negligent mechanic led to damaged property or injuries that resulted from a car accident in Georgia, you might qualify for compensation. You have a right to file a lawsuit if the mechanic refuses to fix the issues that arose from the original repair. When you bring your car into an auto shop for …
Shoulder Pain After Car Accident
After a car accident, shoulder pain could occur due to a variety of injuries. If negligence played a role in your accident, you may be able to pursue a legal claim against the responsible party. If successful, you could recover a monetary award for your medical bills, lost wages, and other accident-related expenses. Potential Causes …
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