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 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 in an …
The number one cause of motorcycle accidents is driver error. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the primary cause of more than 90 percent of all motor vehicle accidents is a mistake on the part of one of the involved motorists. If you or your loved one suffered injuries in …
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 …
The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery released a study report that found that the most common motorcycle injuries were: Traumatic brain injuries and other head trauma Foot injuries Jaw and face injuries Forearm injuries, including wrist injuries Spinal cord injuries Shoulder injuries Femoral injuries Knee injuries Pelvic injuries By a large majority, head injuries …
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 …
If you’re fortunate to walk away from a motorcycle accident, it’s likely that you may be seriously injured and unsure of what your next steps should be. As you’re grappling with the aftermath of the crash, we want to help ease some of the overwhelm you are feeling by providing actionable steps you can take. …
If you or someone you love suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident, you could face an extended physical recovery. This fact alone can make it worth hiring a motorcycle accident lawyer in Georgia. The lawyer who represents you can start preparing your case and file it on time to comply with Georgia’s statute of limitations. …
To calculate pain and suffering in a motorcycle accident case, lawyers and insurance agents generally look at other types of damage and then develop a “value” for these non-economic losses. The team at Kaine Law can explain this to you further, and answer any questions you might have. We take care of all the legal …
How long it takes to receive a motorcycle accident settlement depends on various aspects of your case. Ideally, your legal team will file your insurance claim and negotiate an amount that covers your losses. However, insurance companies are for-profit businesses that are reluctant to pay claims. In that instance, it could take a few weeks, …
The cost of hiring a motorcycle accident lawyer depends on how your case is structured. Some motorcycle accident lawyers charge hourly rates. Others charge retainers, where you constantly replenish a pool of funds as your case progresses. Our firm does neither of those things. We handle motorcycle accident cases on a contingency-fee basis. Clients pay …
You can generally seek compensation for a motorcycle road rash injury. However, you must prove that your injuries were the result of another party’s actions. For instance, if you were rear-ended on your motorcycle by a drunk driver, you could file a claim or lawsuit to seek damages. Pursuing damages following any type of collision …
Motorcycle lane-splitting is illegal in Georgia under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-312. The law prohibits motorcyclists from sharing lanes with other vehicles or passing other vehicles in the same lane. The big question is: can you pursue damages if you were injured in a collision and you were lane-splitting? The answer depends on your portion of fault. …
You can work with an injury lawyer after a motorcycle accident if you want to focus on your health and recovery while also pursuing compensation. The sooner you start your case, the better since deadlines may apply. After getting hurt in accidents, many people try to advocate for themselves because they think hiring a lawyer …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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