Author: Bayuk Pratt LLC

Lady crying in the cemetery over the loss of her father.

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 […]

Widow consulting 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 […]

Worried car driver sitting on the side of the road.

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 […]

Car rental driver calling insurance to report accident.

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 […]

Car accident in the middle of intersection highway

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, […]

Police officer conducting investigation in car accident.

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 […]

Man holding notes entitled comparative negligence.

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 […]

Worried uninsured driver involved in the car accident.

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 […]

Traffic jam in Atlanta, Georgia,

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 […]

Elder man suffering neck injuries from car accident consulting personal injury lawyer.

A person may have a personal injury claim after a car accident, slip-and-fall accident, medical malpractice incident, or other circumstances in which someone else’s negligence caused them to suffer serious injuries. They can seek financial recovery from those responsible for causing their severe injuries through the personal injury claim process, including seeking compensation for medical […]