Georgia Personal Injury Blog
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 […]
Suppose you recently were in an auto accident involving an Uber driver in Georgia. In that case, you may wonder if you can sue the rideshare company for the physical, emotional, and financial harm you suffered. Here, we discuss the different circumstances in which Uber may be held liable and other options available for seeking […]
In Georgia, as in other states, the right-of-way laws determine which motorists, bicyclists, motorcyclists, or pedestrians have priority in different driving situations. The rules governing the right of way serve to prevent accidents. Ideally, they also keep traffic flowing smoothly. This article discusses a few important points regarding following the right-of-way laws in Georgia. We […]
Sometimes, drivers check their brakes while in the middle of busy traffic, or they do what is commonly called “brake checking.” Because brake checking disrupts traffic flow, it presents a significant safety risk. To cut down on this risk and prevent devastating auto accidents and injuries, Georgia enacted a law prohibiting brake checking and, in […]
When one person accidentally injures another person, they may be eligible to recover compensation for the financial and personal losses they incur, including medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. If a jury in a personal injury case finds that a defendant’s conduct was egregious, the jury may also award punitive (or exemplary) damages […]
Summary judgment refers to a motion made by either party in the lawsuit asking the judge to make a final decision on the case without involving a jury or going through a trial. Typically, one side moves for summary judgment when sufficient undisputed facts support a decision in their favor. While it may sound simple, […]
If you were involved in a collision in Georgia, you might wonder who pays for your rental car. Generally, the at-fault driver’s insurance should cover this cost. While you wait for the company to approve your claim, or if it denies coverage, you might be able to pay for the rental car through optional add-ons […]
To prove fault in a Georgia truck accident, you need evidence of the trucker’s negligence, like traffic camera footage, logbook entries, and eyewitness accounts. Other parties may share liability for your injuries, such as the trucking company, cargo loaders, or maintenance group. Who Can Be Held Liable in a Georgia Truck Accident? Multiple parties […]
The statute of limitations for personal injury in Georgia generally requires an accident victim to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party within two years of the injury date. However, certain situations may change this deadline. Understanding how Georgia’s statute of limitations for personal injury affects your case is essential because missing the deadline can […]
While determining fault in a rear-end accident always requires a thorough consideration of the crash’s unique circumstances, Georgia law generally assigns liability to the individual whose car strikes the back of another vehicle. As a result, the lead driver is usually eligible to claim compensation for medical expenses and lost income, as well as money […]