You may know you deserve compensation for your car accident injuries, but the legal system is so complex that the average person often has trouble navigating it alone. This is why you should consider hiring a car accident lawyer: to make it easier for you to pursue the damages you need. Challenges of Filing a …
It can be disheartening to have suffered injuries due to someone else’s negligence and have a hard time finding a lawyer to represent you. If a lawyer will not accept your case, ask for an explanation. It could be something as simple as a scheduling conflict. Other reasons include the evidence supporting your case and …
You should hire a motorcycle accident lawyer because they can help you file a case against whoever caused your injuries. Such a case could enable you to recover financial compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost income. Why Hire a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer? Motorcycle accident attorneys can make invaluable allies if you decide …
On July 1, 2018, the Georgia hands-free law will take effect for all drivers. The new law, the Hands Free Georgia Act, amends Georgia’s 2010 anti-texting law and includes new more restrictive laws for drivers using their cell phones. Why did Georgia’s texting and driving law change? The new Georgia texting and driving law aims …
What happens when you get in a car accident can depend on which driver was at fault. Whether you bear no, partial, or total responsibility, consider consulting a personal injury lawyer in your area. Most law firms will review your case at no cost or obligation and explain your options for monetary recovery. However, at …
Hitting a parked car can be scary. There are several steps you must take after hitting a parked car to comply with the law. If the driver or owner is with their car, exchange the same information you would have shared after a moving accident. If you hit a parked car that is not occupied …
You can protect your personal injury settlement through careful planning and prudent decision-making. If you survived an accident and came out on the other side with a healthy settlement, the last thing you want to do is lose it to creditors, wage garnishment, divorce, or even your own poor decisions. There are several steps you …
Download the PDF version Georgia does not require watercraft owners to purchase insurance. However, failure to do so could leave you paying out-of-pocket for medical treatment, vessel damages, and more if you are involved in an accident. An attorney can tell you more about your options in addition to this plain talk, basic explanation of …
Download the PDF version Auto insurance protects drivers from paying out-of-pocket if they are in an accident and have to pay for their own or other people’s damages (injuries and financial losses). Likewise, injured parties can pursue compensation via an at-fault driver’s insurer if the person who caused their accident was negligent. If you or …
Vicarious liability in personal injury cases is where one party is held responsible wholly or partially for the negligent actions of another party. For example, suppose you were injured in an auto accident caused by a careless delivery driver during their employment. In that case, you may be able to pursue financial damages from both …
If you own a motorcycle, it is vital that you abide by all of Georgia’s motorcycle insurance requirements & laws. This means you must purchase the following types of insurance and keep proof of that coverage in your vehicle at all times: $25,000 for bodily injuries per person $50,000 for bodily injuries per accident $25,000 …
According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), most motorcycle accidents occur at left-turn intersections in urban areas, with 41% of all collisions caused by passenger vehicle drivers failing to see riders. Due to the limited protection available, motorcyclists are at higher risk of being seriously injured or worse if they are involved …
If you or your loved one suffered an injury and financial damages due to another party’s negligence, you can pursue your losses with a personal injury claim or lawsuit. A personal injury lawyer does the work necessary to build a solid case demonstrating your right to compensation. Personal Injury Lawyers Identify Financial Losses and Fight …
You should consider hiring a personal injury lawyer when you have medical expenses, lost income, and other damages resulting from another party’s negligent behavior. While you can attempt to handle your insurance claim or lawsuit alone, securing compensation can be difficult and time-consuming, and you could end up walking away with less than you deserve. …
Yes, motorcycles can ride side-by-side in Georgia. O.C.G.A. § 40-6-312 states that motorcycles can travel two abreast in a single lane. However, the law forbids other motor vehicles from sharing a motorcycle’s lane. You can seek compensation if you or your loved one suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident because another driver traveled into your …
Yes, you can get PTSD from a motorcycle accident. A study published in the Professional Psychology, Research and Practice journal found that individuals involved in a motorcycle accident are at an “increased risk for psychological problems,” which included post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Based on the study data, researchers estimated that motorcycle accident-related PTSD could potentially …
Kaine Law is proud to announce that the Our Growing Your Community Scholarship winner is Lily Wallace. This $1,500 scholarship awards high school, undergraduate, and graduate students (or soon-to-be students) for their commitment to improving their communities. Lily has excelled in academics, led service projects at school and church, and lent a helping hand to …
If you wreck a rental car in Georgia, you generally follow the same steps as you would if you had an accident in your normal vehicle. That is, you would want to contact the police, report the accident, seek care for any injuries, and consult a car accident lawyer. Learn more below about the steps …
The state of Georgia takes hit and run accidents very seriously. Leaving the scene of an accident without stopping and carrying out your legal duty can result in criminal charges. What are the penalties for a hit and run in Georgia? Leaving an accident scene can lead to fines, incarceration, and restrictions on your license. …
Our team at Kaine Law understands the strain your family feels after the loss of a loved one in Georgia. If the actions of another person led to the loss of your family member, you may have the chance to file a wrongful death claim. How are wrongful death settlements paid out? Generally, these payments …
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