Category: Auto Accident
If you were hurt in a Georgia car accident, you may be looking at a growing pile of medical bills and wondering how you’re possibly going to afford them. Many people assume that their medical costs are automatically covered if another driver was at fault for the crash. However,…
Many car accidents in Georgia occur at intersections and involve one vehicle making a left turn. While every left turn accident has unique characteristics, the general rule is that the driver turning left must yield to traffic coming toward them. That typically makes the driver turning left at…
No, Georgia is not a “no-fault” state. Georgia is a tort or “at-fault” state for auto insurance. This means drivers are financially responsible for the effects of any accidents they cause, and victims can seek compensation from the at-fault driver’s liability insurer. This liability insurance should pay car…
In Georgia, the motorist who rear-ends another vehicle is presumed to be at fault for the wreck. However, this isn’t always the case. Understanding how to determine fault after a crash is crucial for anyone with rear-end accident injuries. At Sherrod & Bernard, P.C., we have extensive experience…
The actions you take after a car accident can significantly affect your ability to pursue compensation for any injuries, lost income, property damage, and other losses you may have incurred. Making mistakes during the car accident claim process can prove costly. Here are eight mistakes to avoid when…
If you’re involved in a car accident in Georgia, you’ll need to report the accident to your insurance company if you want to file a claim under your policy for injuries and damage to your vehicle. This is true even if the accident wasn’t your fault. However, it’s…
A serious rear-end car accident can have a serious impact on your life. Georgia rear-end accidents can cause severe injuries, requiring costly long-term medical care. Victims often suffer emotional trauma from these rear-end collisions, as well. If you have been injured in a rear-ender that was the fault…
In many circumstances, being involved in a multi-vehicle car accident can affect the amount of compensation you can recover for your injuries. If you were in no way responsible for the collision, you are still eligible to recover full compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and other…
The at-fault party’s insurance should pay for your rental car in Georgia. If not, your collision coverage may cover the expense, and your insurer can seek reimbursement from the other party’s insurance company. Understanding how this process works can ease your concerns about rental car costs and other…
According to Georgia’s seat belt laws, anyone in the front seat of a passenger vehicle must wear a seat belt. Minors in any seat must be secured with a seat belt or an age-appropriate safety or booster seat. These laws are in place to protect all vehicle occupants from danger….