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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…
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….
Georgia’s comparative negligence law affects the compensation a victim might receive in a personal injury claim if they were partially at fault. If they were less than 50 percent responsible, their compensation would be reduced proportionately. If they were 50 percent or more at fault, they can’t recover compensation…
Hidden injuries from a car accident often take hours, weeks, or days after the collision to appear. If your abdomen suddenly becomes painfully swollen, you have persistent soreness or stiffness in your shoulders or neck, or you experience chronic headaches that worsen over time, you should seek medical…
A police report may help you pursue compensation after a Georgia motor vehicle accident. You can request a Georgia police accident report from the law enforcement agency itself or the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). You may also purchase a police report online for immediate download. Our Georgia car accident…