We sincerely hope that the D.O.T. approved helmets are not only protecting your head, but possibly also providing some protection from the 2014 Georgia Pollenpocalypse. So far, in our education series on Georgia motorcycle laws, we have discussed the appropriate helmets and other clothing and Georgia’s law regarding passengers on motorcycles. Today, we shift focus …
Motorcycle Passenger Law
With temperatures purportedly reaching the upper-70s this week, it seemed like the perfect time to pick up where we left off in our last discussion about motorcycles. As promised, we’re back to discuss Georgia’s laws regarding passengers on motorcycles. The governing statute for motorcycle passengers is O.C.G.A. § 40-6-311(a), which states: A person operating a …
Motorcycle Helmet Law
Spring has sprung! And, motorcyclists everywhere are donning their motorcycle gear and they’re ready to R-I-D-E! Many of our readers are experienced riders, while some of you may be new to this adrenaline-fueled activity. Regardless of whether you are old enough to remember “Easy Rider”, or barely old enough to remember “Wild Hogs,” it is …
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 …
Earthquakes in Georgia
Earthquakes in Georgia? To many, that sounds like the premise for a really bad movie on the SyFy channel. However far-fetched it may sound, at 10:23 p.m. on February 14, 2014, an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.1 shook the earth 7 miles west of Edgefield, South Carolina. Some 150 miles away, residents in the …
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 …
Plain Talk Series: A Basic Explanation of Your Auto Insurance Policy-Medical
Medical Payments Insurance Coverage 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 medical …
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 …
What are Your Rights to Compensation if Injured on Recreational Property?
Whether landowners or business owners are liable for slip and falls and other injuries on their property depends on existing laws and the circumstances surrounding the accident. When someone swims on a private lake and drowns, can the surviving family hold the owners liable for the death? A premises liability attorney gathers extensive information and …
Plain Talk Series: A Basic Explanation of Your Auto Insurance Policy-Liability
Liability Insurance Coverage 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 …
Risk Factors Related to Bicycle Accidents
The majority of people ride bicycles for health/exercise reasons and recreation rather than out of necessity as a means of transportation. You should be aware of bicycle accident risks and, if involved in a bicycle accident, consult an attorney who can help protect your rights. According to BikeSafe, the most common bike accident scenes for …
What are the Most Common Causes of Boating Accidents?
While people get tremendous enjoyment out of boating, they are also at risk for boating accidents. Most boating accidents occur while the vessel is in operation. If someone else is at fault for causing a boating accident, a Georgia boat injury lawyer can protect your rights and help you recover damages. According to the U.S. …
What are Some Problems Workers Have with Receiving Workers Comp Benefits?
When you suffer injury on the job, receiving workers compensation benefits to cover your medical costs and lost wages should be a simple matter. Often, unfortunately, this is not the case. Workers comp attorneys can help you overcome the challenges involved with receiving workers comp benefits while recovering from injury. According to the Georgia Department …
What are Some Safety Precautions Pedestrians Can Take to Avoid Accidents?
Pedestrians involved in vehicle accidents often suffer very severe injuries, based on the fact that they have no protection against impact. If you were struck by a car or another type of motor vehicle, consult an attorney about your prospects for pursuing a case. In any accident, the court looks at all parties involved and …
Who is Most at Risk From Dog Bites?
Millions of Americans suffer from dog bites every year and some incidents involve serious injury. Attorneys can protect your rights and help you fight to recover compensation if a dog bites and severely injures you or a loved one. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 4.5 million Americans are dog bite …
Which Family Members Can Recover Compensation in a Wrongful Death Case?
A wrongful death is a death caused by another person’s negligence, deliberate wrongful action or crime. When a loved one dies from wrongful death, such as a fateful car accident, surviving family members have the right under Georgia law to sue the responsible party or parties for damages. An attorney can investigate the case and …
