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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…
Car accidents in Douglasville can leave victims with a wide range of injuries. Some injuries, like cuts or broken bones, are apparent right away. But others may take time to become evident. Several hours or days may pass before the crash victim realizes that he or she has been…
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…
Lawyers frequently use video footage to prove the facts of personal injury cases in Georgia. If the footage clearly shows that someone else’s negligence led to your injury, it can make your case stronger. However, a video showing you were partly responsible for what happened might reduce the…
You can always refuse the insurance company’s offer after a Georgia accident. If you find the settlement amount too low, you have every right to say no. Insurance companies often start with a low offer, hoping you’ll accept it quickly out of desperation. But remember, once you agree…
Georgia’s workers’ compensation system generally prevents employees from suing their employers for workplace injuries. They must instead file a workers’ comp claim for medical expenses and lost wages. However, some cases may permit workers to pursue personal injury claims against third parties. Understanding your rights after suffering a workplace accident is critical to pursuing the full compensation you…
How long it takes to reach workers’ compensation settlements in Georgia depends on the unique facts of each case, including how long treatment takes. Once the State Board approves your settlement agreement, it will likely take between 30 and 60 days to receive payment. Many injured workers feel understandably anxious about how…
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…