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 …
Can You Wear Headphones While Driving in Georgia?

Many drivers like to wear headphones to listen to music, take calls, or consume other forms of entertainment. However, this raises the question: can you wear headphones while driving in Georgia? Technically, most drivers have the legal right to wear one headphone while operating a vehicle in the state of Georgia. Reach out to Kaine …
New Tennessee Bill Makes Drunk Drivers Pay Child Support

In April 2022, the Tennessee state legislature passed a new bill that makes drunk drivers pay child support if they get into a car accident that kills a parent. The bill is not yet law, but it has passed in both the House and the Senate unanimously. Now, it only requires the governor’s signature to …
What Happens If the Police don’t Respond to Your Crash?
You probably know the first thing you should do after being in a car accident is to call local police to the scene. What you may not know is what happens if the police don’t respond to your crash. In most states, you are still required to file a police report, even if it means …
When Is a Car Considered Totaled in Georgia?
Georgia does not have a law in place that dictates when a motor vehicle should be considered a total loss. However, many insurance companies have criteria determining whether a car is deemed to be totaled. In many cases, if the cost of repairing the vehicle is more than the vehicle’s fair market value, the insurance …
Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one was hurt in a car accident in Atlanta, you might be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. An Atlanta personal injury lawyer at our law firm can fight for your financial compensation if a negligent party caused your crash. Kaine Law has decades of …
Psychological Responses to Injuries Following a Car Accident
A report from the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease studied the psychological responses to injuries following a car accident. Almost 40 percent of the study participants experienced distressing symptoms from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and major depression in the weeks and months following the collision. Symptoms impaired the victims’ performance at work or school …
How to Calculate Your Car Accident Compensation Amount
If you were injured in a collision, you’re probably wondering how to calculate your car accident compensation amount. While there are certain factors that go into determining how much financial recovery you can pursue, there are no reliable car accident compensation calculators – despite what one might see online. Every motor vehicle accident is different. …
Where Can I Find the Best Car Insurance Attorney in Atlanta?
The best car insurance attorney for you in Atlanta may be at Kaine Law. Our firm handles car accident cases regularly. This gives us the necessary experience to resolve insurance claims. We’ll fight for every bit of compensation that you deserve. Do You Need a Car Insurance Attorney in Atlanta? Every car accident victim can …
Can I Sue the City of Atlanta for a Car Accident?
You can sue the City of Atlanta for a car accident in some situations, but you need to know how the rules are different in these claims. Suing the government is not the same as suing a private individual. You have much less time to take legal action if you plan to sue the City …
7 Things You Shouldn’t Do After a Car Accident
There are many things you shouldn’t do after a car accident. Don’t get your car repaired before taking photographs, for example. If you’ve been in a car accident, knowing what not to do is just as important as knowing what to do. Things you shouldn’t do after your car accident include the following. Don’t Apologize …
Can a Family Member Sue for Wrongful Death After a Car Accident?
Certain family members can sue for wrongful death after a car accident in Georgia. Losing a family member in a car accident leaves a gaping hole in the lives of the survivors. That loss is not only personal and emotional, but it may also be financial. Losing income on top of the bills for your …
What Happens If the At-Fault Party Doesn’t Have Car Insurance?
If the at-fault party doesn’t have car insurance, you have legal options. One of those options includes filing a claim with your own auto insurance provider. Every insurance company in Georgia must offer no-fault insurance when selling policies, per O.C.G.A. § 33-7-11. You may have this form of coverage unless you previously rejected it in …
Steps in an Atlanta Car Accident Lawsuit
Steps in an Atlanta car accident lawsuit include filing and settling your claim or going to trial. There are several other steps that our firm will handle for you. Car accident lawsuits require a process and may take significant time. By hiring our firm, you may avoid the responsibility of a lawsuit. The Sequence of …
Cell Phone Recordings: Evidence in Atlanta Car Accident Cases
Cell phone recordings can be valuable evidence in an Atlanta car accident case. You may use a cell phone recording: Taken by a passenger in your vehicle Taken by the at-fault driver Taken by a bystander A cell phone video may show your accident happening. This may help prove who is at fault for the …
Are Some Car Accident Cases Too Small to Warrant a Lawsuit?
Some car accident cases are too small to warrant a lawsuit. Such accidents may include: Those that don’t result in any injuries Those involving minimal medical care, property repairs, and other damage – perhaps less than the cost of a lawsuit Those in which the insurance company offers an adequate settlement, eliminating the motivation to …
What You Need to Know If Someone Runs You Off the Road and Causes You to Crash
If you or a loved one was injured in a car accident caused by another motorist who did not stop, here’s what you need to know if someone runs you off the road and causes you to crash. While you will likely be in shock, try to remain calm. There are several things you can …
Should I Get a Lawyer for a Car Accident in Georgia?
There is no law that requires you to hire a lawyer for an injury case, but you may want to get a lawyer for a car accident in Georgia if: You have significant injuries and medical costs. You are physically or otherwise unable to handle a case by yourself. You want help negotiating a fair …
Things to Consider Before a Car Accident Lawsuit in Atlanta
Things to consider before a car accident lawsuit in Atlanta include: What the monetary value of your damages are Your own financial situation Whether an insurance claim could cover your losses Which attorney to hire What fee structure your attorney offers A car accident attorney will consider every relevant detail of your case. They will …
Who Pays for a Teenage Car Accident in Atlanta?
You may be injured from a teenage car accident in Atlanta or a parent whose child caused one. In this guide, we explore three different scenarios involving adolescent drivers and explain the legal implications for each: You were injured in an accident caused by a teenager You are a parent of a teen who caused …
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