Category: Car Accident
Tracking down hit-and-run drivers often starts with calling the police, noting details about the fleeing vehicle, gathering photos or video, and speaking with witnesses who can help investigators identify the car that left the scene. By taking these early steps, you can protect your rights and your ability to seek maximum compensation in a car […]
In Georgia, individuals can sue following a slip-and-fall accident in a parking lot. However, to recover the compensation you deserve, you must prove that the property owner failed to maintain the premises in a safe condition and that their negligence directly contributed to your injuries. Proving your personal injury case can be challenging when you […]
In a Georgia automobile accident case, if you have a preexisting condition, insurers might balk at paying compensation for your injuries. Still, Georgia law protects injured individuals whenever a collision worsens an existing condition. With the proper medical documentation and legal guidance, you can hold the at-fault party accountable after you suffer serious injuries in […]
Passengers harmed in car accidents can sue for compensation as long as they didn’t primarily cause the accident themselves. So, you can sue the driver of the car you were riding in, the driver of another vehicle involved in the crash, or both, depending on the nature of the accident. This guide from our experienced […]
No, Georgia insurers do not offer personal injury protection (PIP) as part of their auto insurance policies. Georgia follows an at-fault insurance system, so responsibility for medical expenses and other collision-related losses falls on the driver who causes the crash. While PIP is not available in Georgia, drivers may rely on other coverages, such as […]
It’s essential to be careful what you say when speaking with insurance companies after a car accident. Insurance adjusters are trained to ask questions designed to weaken your accident claim. When you must talk to an insurer, offer only basic facts, avoid speculation, and never admit fault. Knowing how to handle statements to an insurance […]
If you are in a hit-and-run accident, you should report it to the police and notify your insurance company. If the police cannot locate the driver who fled, you can file a claim with your auto insurance if you have uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. It covers accidents caused by hit-and-run drivers. After you report a […]
You are in an accident, you are hurt, distressed, and out of work, trying to figure out how to make ends meet. Your first impulse may be to accept any settlement the insurance company offers to move forward with your life. Is that the best decision? While taking an initial settlement offer may seem like […]
Georgia law generally permits people who suffer emotional distress after a car accident to seek compensation for that harm if they also suffered physical injuries. Proving emotional distress requires extensive documentation of medical treatment. Fortunately, an experienced car accident lawyer can help. The attorneys at Bayuk Pratt have over 50 years of combined experience helping […]
Chest pain after an accident is something you should never ignore. Even minor pain can indicate a serious underlying health issue, such as a heart contusion, a collapsed lung, or internal organ damage. If you were in a car collision and you’re feeling chest pain, see a healthcare professional promptly. It’s unfortunately common for car […]