Author: Bayuk Pratt LLC
Georgia is one of 19 states with universal helmet laws. That means every motorcycle rider and passenger must wear a DOT-approved helmet, regardless of age or experience. Violating Georgia’s mandatory helmet law is a misdemeanor and can result in fines and even criminal penalties. Aside from the legal requirements, wearing a motorcycle helmet is safer […]
Because no two car accidents are the same, average car accident settlement numbers provide only limited information when it comes to estimating the amount which may be recoverable in your case. Settlement amounts vary widely, depending on factors like the type of accident, the severity of the injuries, and the financial losses incurred. With so […]
Uninsured motorist coverage pays for your losses when you are involved in a Georgia car accident that is caused by a driver who lacks auto insurance liability coverage. You can file an uninsured driver claim through your auto insurance policy to cover medical bills, lost income, and other costs resulting from the accident. Uninsured motorist […]
Georgia’s Hands-Free Law prohibits drivers from holding a cell phone while driving. Drivers are not allowed to write, read, or send texts, emails, or social media messages. Watching or recording videos is also illegal, except for navigational use and dash cams. Georgia lawmakers passed the law to protect lives and reduce the number of motor […]
With multiple vehicles converging from different directions, heavy foot traffic, and changing traffic signals, any intersection presents an increased risk of driver error and severe car accidents. However, in Atlanta, some intersections are significantly more dangerous than others. Based on traffic crash statistics, some of Atlanta’s most dangerous intersections include the following: Moreland Avenue and […]
A study by the Monash University Accident Research Centre found that darker-colored cars, such as black vehicles, have a higher accident rate, and white vehicles are safer due to increased visibility. White cars may be easier to see, while dark cars may be harder to detect in certain lighting conditions. Yet, as experienced car accident […]
The more deliveries that DoorDash drivers make, the more money they earn. This system can lead drivers to behave dangerously on the road to make quick deliveries and maximize their pay. Dangerous driving, in turn, leads to car accidents and severe injuries. Car accident claims involving DoorDash drivers present a unique question: Who might be […]
To prove fault in a Georgia truck accident, you need evidence of the trucker’s negligence, like traffic camera footage, logbook entries, and eyewitness accounts. Other parties may share liability for your injuries, such as the trucking company, cargo loaders, or maintenance group. Who Can Be Held Liable in a Georgia Truck Accident? Multiple parties […]
The rules truck drivers must follow in Georgia come from federal and state agencies that regulate who can drive a commercial truck, the number of hours they can drive in a day, maintenance requirements, the minimum auto insurance they must carry, and the maximum dimensions and weight of their trucks. Violating these rules may be […]
In Georgia, you can hold a driver who causes a car accident liable for covering the cost of your rental car. The at-fault driver’s liability insurance provider typically bears this expense. However, how much the insurer will pay depends on the specific limits of the insurance policy. How Is Fault Determined in a Georgia […]