Category: Car Accident

Police officer inspecting car accident in the road.

Georgia car accident reports contain extensive information about the injuries suffered by accident victims, damage to the vehicles, and factors suspected of contributing to the crash. Understanding how to read a police report is crucial to developing an Atlanta car accident claim. The car accident attorneys at Bayuk Pratt have extensive experience using crash reports […]

Driver got arm injury on bandage from car crash.

Georgia law follows an at-fault system for car accidents, determining who pays the medical bills after a crash occurs. As a result, the driver who is found responsible for the car accident is also responsible for covering any resulting medical expenses. How Do You Determine Fault for the Accident? In Georgia’s at-fault system, you must […]

Left turn road accident in the highway.

Typically, in a left-turn accident in Georgia, the driver who turned left faces liability for any injuries that result from the crash. Oncoming drivers have the right of way. So, the person turning left must yield to them before turning. Making a hazardous left turn may constitute negligence if you cause an accident.  However, this […]

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 […]

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 […]

Sad female client consulting car accident lawyer for claims.

At Bayuk Pratt, our Atlanta car accident lawyers know firsthand how a skilled personal injury attorney can make a difference for people injured in crashes. In many ways, the attorney can be your best ally. While you heal, they can gather evidence from your accident, document your losses, negotiate with insurers, and take other steps […]