The best ways to maximize your Atlanta personal injury settlement are to be prepared, educate yourself about your situation, cite all of your losses, and achieve maximum medical improvement before filing your claim (if possible). Preparation Will Make the Claim Process Easier for You Many people suffer injuries and file a claim right after the …
How Much Will It Cost to Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer?
There is good news if you are concerned about the cost of hiring a truck accident lawyer. Most personal injury attorneys will take truck accident injury cases without any upfront legal fees. Likewise, these attorneys frequently take cases on a contingency fee basis instead of billing by the hour. Do not let concern about the …
What are Compensatory Damages?
Compensatory damages are losses that you can be awarded through a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Usually, they are divided into two categories: economic and non-economic damages. Some examples include medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost income, and loss of future earning capacity. Examples of Compensatory Damages in a Personal Injury Case If you were …
Atlanta Car Accidents Involving Leased Cars
Any car accident can be complicated, but you should be aware of some extra steps involved when you’re in an accident with a leased car. After you’ve notified the dealer about your accident, you can seek compensation if the other driver was at fault. We can help you handle every step of a claim involving …
What if I Swerved to Avoid a Car Accident But Was at Fault for Another?
You’re driving down the street when you notice a car speeding up from behind. To avoid being rear-ended, you quickly turn the wheel to go into the next lane, only to collide with another vehicle. What happens in this situation? In a no-contact car accident such as this, the speeding driver would be known as …
When Should You Get a Lawyer for a Truck Accident?
The sooner you hire a truck accident attorney in Atlanta, the sooner we can get to work on your legal claim. While no law says that you must hire legal help, working with a lawyer could not only help you understand the value of your case but also help you avoid making the type of mistake …
What Should I Do at the Scene of an Atlanta Truck Accident?
Following a truck accident, you should take several steps to protect your legal rights and ensure you receive the medical care you need. Some important steps include reporting the crash, remaining calm, and seeking emergency care. It is understandable if you are unsure of what to do after an Atlanta truck accident. However, once you …
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After an Atlanta Truck Accident?
In most cases, you have two years to file a lawsuit after an Atlanta truck accident. This is due to a law known as the statute of limitations, which is covered under OCGA §9-3-33. If you violate the statute of limitations, you could lose your chance to pursue a lawsuit. You Could Have Less Than …
Are Car Accident Insurance Settlements Taxable in Atlanta?
What you owe in taxes for an insurance settlement following a car accident in Atlanta depends on the type of damages you received. Some aspects, like pain and suffering, will not be subject to tax, while others, like lost wages, will face traditional state and federal taxes. Many individuals will never pay any taxes for …
Is Georgia a No-Fault State?
Georgia is not a no-fault state when it comes to motor vehicle accident claims. If another person causes your injury in an accident through their negligence, you are not required to pursue compensation through your own insurance policy. As a resident in a fault state, you have the right to pursue legal action against the …
What to do When Someone Hits Your Parked Car in Atlanta?
After someone hits your parked car in Atlanta, you have opportunities for collecting compensation. Before that point, though, there are things that will be important for you to do. These include taking photos of the damage to your car and searching for other cars in the area with damage that matches yours. Read on for …
Atlanta car accident settlement – examples
If you were involved in an Atlanta car accident, you might have suffered painful injuries that keep you out of work (plus expensive bills for medical care and vehicle repair or replacement). If you were not primarily at fault for the accident, you could seek financial compensation known as damages from the other driver. While …
Who Can Be Sued in a Truck Accident?
You may sue the trucking carrier and driver after a truck accident, and a lawyer will help you with this. In some cases, the truck itself may have had equipment failure, allowing you to sue the manufacturer. Other parties may be liable depending on the circumstances of your accident. There Could Be Multiple Liable Parties …
What is the Average Settlement for a Motorcycle Accident Case in Georgia?
There is no average settlement for a motorcycle accident case in Georgia because each motorcycle accident case comes with its own set of damages, injuries, and circumstances. The value of your case will depend on: The cost of your economic damages, like your medical bills and lost income The details of your injuries The details …
Does Georgia Have a Motorcycle Helmet Law?
Under Georgia motorcycle helmet laws, both operators and passengers of all ages are required to wear U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)-approved helmets and eye protection if the vehicle lacks a windshield. In this article, our motorcycle accident lawyers discuss how this law works, how it may affect any claim you need to file, and how …
Can a Motorcycle Passenger Be Sued in a Motorcycle Accident?
If a motorcycle passenger’s negligence contributed to your accident and injuries, then you can sue them for damages. You may be able to pursue medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. How Passengers Can Cause Motorcycle Accidents? Negligence is “a failure to behave with the level of care that someone of ordinary prudence would …
Georgia’s Dog Bite Laws
Insurance companies are noticing a “bite” on policies across the nation and it is something we shouldn’t ignore. Over the years, we’ve posted a number of blogs discussing dog bites, including one about a little girl who was bitten by a dog in Georgia; only one example of the thousands of claims made each day …
Georgia Wrongful Death Laws
Georgia’s Wrongful Death Laws Below are the current Wrongful Death statutes in Georgia. Combined, these statutes make up what is commonly known as the Georgia Wrongful Death Act. O.C.G.A. § 51-4-1. – Definitions As used in this chapter, the term: (1) “Full value of the life of the decedent, as shown by the evidence” means …
The Importance of Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney after an Accident
When an injury occurs, the most important first step is to get medical care. However, if the injury was due to another person’s negligence, it’s important to contact a lawyer. Unfortunately, many individuals are unsure when, or if, they need legal assistance and sometimes even settle their claims before ever seeking advice. For those who …
Injuries Caused by Electric Scooters
Open an app on your smartphone. Tap a button. Get a ride. A simple concept that was pioneered by Uber in 2009 has since created a worldwide phenomenon for anyone needing transportation. Fast-forward 10 years and the very same company has become the trailblazer for the bike and scooter industry. Jump is a dockless scooter …
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