Category: Car Accident
All motorists must carry liability insurance to operate motor vehicles in Georgia, which typically serves as the primary source of compensation in a car accident. However, drivers in Georgia who have been convicted of a traffic offense and lost their license may have to obtain an SR-22 certificate verifying that the driver has auto insurance […]
Georgia is a fault-based state for car accident claims. This means you must prove that the other driver was at fault for the collision and your injuries before filing your claim with their auto insurance provider. An experienced car accident attorney can assist you in proving liability. What Is the Difference Between Fault and […]
It is difficult to state what the “average” whiplash damage settlement is in a Georgia car accident claim. The value of your specific case will depend on many factors, such as the severity of your injuries, medical treatment costs, lost wages, and other losses unique to your situation. Understanding these factors and how they can […]
As you may know from experience, some Atlanta intersections are more dangerous than others. Data shows “hot spots” for car accidents that you can find throughout the city. They are Atlanta’s most dangerous intersections. You should know the risk of getting into a car accident when you travel through these intersections and do your best […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]