It was recently announced that Japanese based supplier, Takata Corporation, is in hot water as they are responsible for the recall of more than 52,000 vehicles. The troubled airbag system is said to explode when the vehicle endures too much force and sends metal fragments flying into the passenger compartment. However, many of these accidents …
Road Rage
How often have you found yourself behind the wheel, frustrated and yelling at another vehicle? Too many times to count, I am sure. Whether it is a faulty move, a lane change without a signal or a driver going 25 mph in a 50 mph zone, we have all endured our fair share of road …
Distracted Driving
Keep your hands at ten and two. Be a defensive driver. Watch your speed. Be aware of your surroundings. When it comes to driving, we are not only responsible for ourselves, but also passengers and innocent bystanders. This responsibility becomes even more critical when we allow distractions to be our focal point. There are three …
School Bus Safety
The dog days of summer have ceased and the commotion of a new school year has begun. We are overwhelmed with supplies, heavy backpacks, fresh haircuts and smiles from children who cannot wait to catch up with friends and maybe learn a thing or two. As parents we feel a sense of relief that our …
Labor Day
Labor Day. A day filled with the smell of charcoal, sunscreen, and chlorine. The last glimmer of summer… But, it is often one of the most dangerous days on the roads of Atlanta and throughout Georgia. According to the Georgia State Patrol, in 2013, there were over 400 auto accidents, 200 of which reported injuries …
Contingent Fees – Free Attorney!?!?!
Yes, it is true. When you hire Kaine Law to represent you for injuries you sustained in a motor vehicle accident, we work on your case for free unless and until we recover money for you. This method of representation is called a “contingency fee” arrangement. In effect, our getting paid is contingent on you …
Making A Claim With Your Own Insurance
Does the thought of calling your insurance company to report an auto accident fill you with dread? Are you convinced that, even if you are not at fault, your auto insurance premiums will skyrocket if you file a claim with your insurance company? Do you believe an alarm will sound when you file the claim …
Georgia’s Good Samaritan Law
While we hope that no one is ever in need of emergency medical attention, the summer months tend to see a rise in injuries and trauma. This brings our series to the topic of Georgia’s Good Samaritan Law… As human beings, it is in our nature to want to care for the injured. However, as …
Plain Talk Series: a Basic Explanation of Your Auto Insurance Policy – Property Damage
The “declaration page” of your insurance policy lists the different types of insurance coverages available under your particular insurance policy. In other words, the declaration page is a basic summary of the insurance coverages that you pay for as part of your insurance premium. An explanation (in plain English) of the different types of property …
Hit & Run Drivers
A hit and run accident occurs when someone hits your person or your vehicle and flees the scene. In the best case scenario, you sustain property damage. In the worst case scenario, you are severely injured, or even killed. Unfortunately, many hit and run drivers are never caught. In cases of property damage, the owner …
2014 Car Seat Law Changes
From all of us to all of you….Happy New Year! As we start 2014, we bid farewell to the car seat recommendations of yore and usher in the following new requirements. Beginning January 2014, Georgia’s 2001 car seat law, O.C.G.A. §40-8-76, is amended as follows: The LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) restraint system …
DUI Drivers and Punitive Drivers (10-03-13)
Most, if not all of us, have heard the Public Service Announcements begging us not to drink and drive. Yet, some ignore the pleas because they think it will not happen to them. Recently, a young man named Matthew Cordle got drunk, got behind the wheel, drove the wrong way on a one-way street, and …
Car Safety Tool
Holiday travel time is almost upon us. Yes, we know it is not yet Halloween, but if Target can have Christmas decorations, we can give you tips on car safety before you hit the roads for the upcoming holiday season. Did you know that, depending on your vehicle, if you are involved in a head-on …
SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER…No. Wait. School is BACK IN SESSION…
With the start of a new school year, bus stop safety should be on the mind of every driver in Georgia. Luckily, there are two Georgia statutes which very clearly spell out the law for all of us when it comes to school bus stop safety: O.C.G.A. § 40-6-164: In a nutshell, this statute says …
The New Demand Statute in Georgia (O.C.G.A. §9-11-67.1) – What does it all mean????
Recently, Governor Nathan Deal enacted a new statute regarding how settlements in car accident cases will be handled in Georgia. The new statute imposes restrictions on the way in which your attorney may settle your auto accident claim. Before addressing what those restrictions are, it is important to realize that the statute will only affect …
Why is Texting While Driving So Hazardous?
Thirty-nine states plus the District of Columbia now have texting bans while driving. Georgia is one of the states with a texting ban for all drivers. If you suffer serious injury in a vehicle accident caused by a texting driver, find out how an attorney can protect your rights. The University of Utah conducted a …
Do Helmets Reduce Motorcycle Accident Injuries?
Despite wearing helmets, motorcyclists often suffer serious injuries. If you or a loved one is involved in a serious accident, consult a lawyer protect your rights. From the standpoint of your own safety as a motorcyclist, statistics show that wearing helmets saves lives. A Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA) research report for 2011 indicated that …
Get the Most Money for Your Car After an Auto Accident
If your vehicle has been involved in an accident, you may be entitled to more than just having your car fixed. Insurance companies are not required to tell you that you can also make a claim for diminished value. Diminished value claims relate to the value of a vehicle after it’s been repaired from an …
Who Can You Hold Liable in a Drunk Driving Accident?
Every year, drunk drivers cause hundreds of accidents in Georgia that result in serious injuries and fatalities. If you suffer a serious injury or a loved one dies because of a drunk driver’s negligence, an accident attorney can protect your rights and help you seek compensation. The drunk driver is the most obvious source of …
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