Author: Bayuk Pratt LLC
Wrongful death actions are legal claims that can result in surviving family members recovering compensation for the financial and personal losses they incur due to a loved one’s death. On the other hand, survival actions represent the continuation of personal injury claims the deceased person could have pursued had they survived their injuries. After a […]
In Georgia, certain family members, such as a decedent’s spouse, children, or parents, may file a wrongful death claim. When a decedent leaves no eligible surviving family members, the administrator or executor of their estate can bring the wrongful death claim on behalf of the decedent’s next of kin. An experienced Georgia wrongful death lawyer […]
In Georgia, if someone loses their life because of another person’s carelessness, recklessness, or intentional actions, their family has the right to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit against the responsible party. This legal process allows loved ones to seek compensation for what they have lost and hold the party accountable for their actions. How […]
Georgia law requires all drivers to carry at least $25,000 in bodily liability coverage per injury, $50,000 in bodily liability coverage per accident, and $25,000 in liability coverage for property damage. Note that liability coverage is for accidents the policyholder causes – it does not cover the policyholder’s own bodily injuries or property damage. If […]
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 Car […]
Deadly Midtown Crash Underscores Hazards at Atlanta Intersections A recent crash between a Tesla car and a box truck at one of Midtown Atlanta’s busiest — and most dangerous — intersections left two people dead and three critically injured, according to multiple news reports. The details of the intersection crash, as reported by local media, […]
One of the first steps you should take after a car accident in Georgia is to request your police accident report. While you may not offer the report as evidence in a trial, you will still need the crash report as you establish your car accident claim. Here, we provide a guide for getting police […]
Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence law. Under this law, you can recover compensation even if you are at fault for your injuries. However, your compensation will be reduced based on the degree of fault assigned to you. You cannot recover compensation if you are 50 percent or more at fault. What Are the Four […]
If an uninsured driver hits you in Georgia, you can seek compensation through your own uninsured motorist coverage, file a personal injury lawsuit against the motorist who caused the accident, or pursue a claim through your collision or medical coverage, depending on your policy. The reality is concerning: According to recent data from the Insurance […]
Atlanta’s traffic is notorious, often ranking among the worst in the United States. Booming business development, rapid population growth, inadequate public transportation, and geographic challenges all contribute to Atlanta’s position as the 19th most congested city in the world. When the worst happens and your daily commute leads to a crash, a car accident lawyer […]