Year: 2024
Many road users become confused about what to do when traffic lights are malfunctioning – a confusion that can lead to dangerous accidents. According to the Georgia Department of Driver Services, in the event that a traffic light has gone out entirely and an officer is not directing…
To win a Georgia personal injury case, you must prove that the party you’ve sued bears legal responsibility for your injuries and losses. In most circumstances, this means establishing that the person exhibited negligence, a legal concept that has four distinct elements, all of which must be met…
Have you been hurt in a motorcycle accident in Georgia? What you do next could determine whether you can secure fair compensation from the person who hit you. Here’s what you can do to protect your rights: Contact the authorities, get checked out for injuries, start gathering evidence,…
All registered vehicles in Georgia must be covered by automobile insurance. The minimum insurance policy amounts are $25,000 per person and $50,000 per crash in bodily injury liability coverage, and $25,000 per crash in property damage liability coverage. Being injured in an accident with an uninsured driver can…
If you’ve been in a car accident in Douglasville, Georgia, you are not alone. In 2017, there were nearly 4,300 car accidents in Douglas County, of which a third resulted in injuries, according to the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. No matter how severe your injuries are,…
In 2018, the Hands-Free Georgia Act made it illegal for drivers to hold or use a cell phone or other handheld device while operating a vehicle. This law prohibits drivers from making calls, sending or reading texts and emails, and browsing social media by handling their phones. Did…
Car accident attorneys in Georgia usually charge a percentage of what they recover for their clients as their fee. This percentage should be agreed upon beforehand, often in your retainer agreement. You will typically only owe them money if they win your case. Legal fees are a cause…
A T-bone accident occurs when the front of one vehicle collides with the side of another vehicle. It’s one of the deadliest types of accidents that occur on Georgia’s roads. The severity of the impact involved in a T-bone collision often leads to serious injuries for those involved in…
Driving without insurance could result in fines, suspension of your driver’s license, future increases in insurance premiums, or even jail time. You could also be on the financial hook for the accident, which could easily cost tens of thousands of dollars. Drivers must understand the risks and legal…
Riding a bicycle has many benefits, and wearing a helmet can reduce cyclists’ injury risks. The bicycle helmet law in Georgia mandates that every rider under 16 must wear an ANSI or Snell compliant helmet. However, riders over 16 legally do not have to wear a helmet and…