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 …
It is difficult to estimate the average of personal injury settlement amounts because each case comes with unique factors. Ultimately, a person’s injuries will determine what kind of damages they can seek and how much they stand to win. When calculating damages, you should keep both economic and non-economic losses in mind. Additionally, you will …
According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 989 passenger vehicle accident fatalities and 170 motorcycle crash fatalities across Georgia in 2019. In Atlanta specifically, there were 45 vehicle accident fatalities and 22 motorcycle accident fatalities in the same year, according to the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. While …
A pedestrian hit by a car can get financial compensation known as damages. If you were hit by a car while walking, your medical bills could add up quickly, even as your injuries may prevent you from working. Your lawyer may be able to help you recover damages for these expenses and more. Determining Fault …
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 …
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 …
How long you have to file a motorcycle injury claim in Georgia will depend on the details of the liable party’s insurance policy. Most insurers want to be notified of a collision as soon as possible after it happens. However, the specific deadline for filing a claim is determined on a case-by-case basis. Filing a …
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. When the Truck Driver & Carrier …
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 …
Georgia has a motorcycle helmet law. Per O.C.G.A. § 40-6-315, both motorcycle operators and passengers are required to wear helmets. This law does not pertain to operators of agricultural equipment or vehicles with enclosed protective barriers. Additionally, to act in accordance with this law, motorists must wear helmets that are approved by the commissioner of …
Many motorcycle accidents are caused by negligent passenger vehicle drivers who fail to see motorcyclists. But, the fault for your motorcycle accident depends on the state’s laws and evidence of negligence. Negligence & Fault in Motorcycle Accidents Your case must establish that the other party was negligent and their negligence caused your accident, making them …
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 …
In 2015, the Georgia legislature passed the “Motorcycle Mobility Safety Act” bill, but Georgia’s then Governor Nathan Deal vetoed the Bill. This Bill, which is commonly referred to in other states as the “Dead Red Law,” permits bicyclists and motorcycle riders to carefully ride through a red traffic signal. In pertinent parts, the exact language …
The commercial trucking industry is larger than many might think. Men and women across the country are logging more and more mileage to their odometers as they transport goods for our benefit. Their job is to do it safely, effectively and most of all, efficiently. Sadly, commercial vehicles are involved in thousands of motor vehicle …
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’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 …
How much is a life “worth”? Most of us would say that it is priceless…especially for those who have lost someone in an accident, often called “wrongful death” in legal terms. A car strikes and kills a motorcycle rider, a gas tank explosion takes the life of a child, a tractor-trailer accident claims the life of …
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 …
We are taught at a young age that safety should always be a priority. Whether it is wearing a seat belt, protecting your head with a helmet or looking both ways before crossing the street; the subject of safety seems to be a part of our everyday lives. Let’s discuss the overall safety of those …
There are millions of excuses one can give to “justify” driving recklessly or dangerously. Unfortunately, those individuals don’t necessarily consider speeding, driving while texting or running a red light, to be either reckless or dangerous. These types of behavior have become “normal” for drivers to do because they either a) haven’t been caught (yet); or …
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