The blind spots on a commercial truck, also referred to as the no-zones, are extremely large. The blind spots on the sides of the truck are the largest. On the driver’s side, the blind spot extends one lane over from the driver’s side mirror to approximately the middle of the trailer. On the passenger side, the blind spot is...
Continue ReadingA car accident can happen in an instant and when it does, it will leave you with serious injuries and immense pain. It is natural to feel overwhelmed and wonder how you are going to pay for your medical expenses, probably at a time when you are not able to work. Fortunately, you have a legal right to claim...
Continue ReadingNo one ever wants to have to make the difficult decision to place their parent in a nursing home. Sometimes though, when an elder suffers from a medical condition and needs round-the-clock care, there is no other choice. Many people struggle with this decision because ,of course everyone wants their loved one to receive only the highest quality of...
Continue ReadingWhen people purchase an insurance policy, they purchase protection. An insurance policy is meant to protect the policyholder, so they are not held personally liable for paying damages in the event of an accident. However, that insurance is also meant to protect you, too. Whether you were in a car crash, or you were hurt on a negligent property...
Continue ReadingAccidental injuries happen every day. According to data collected and published by the Georgia Department of Public Health, more than 74,000 people are hospitalized or visit the emergency room for an accidental injury annually. If you or your loved one was hurt because of the negligence of another party, you can seek compensation for your damages through a personal...
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Continue ReadingPhysical evidence is the bedrock of a personal injury lawsuit. Without physical evidence, it can be nearly impossible to prove that an accident occurred or to prove the identity of a hit-and-run driver. Physical evidence takes many forms, but we encourage our clients to carefully preserve as much physical evidence as possible. Paint transfer occurs in a car accident...
Continue ReadingMost motor vehicle accident claims are handled by insurance companies. With that in mind, you may be surprised to find out that Georgia law generally prohibits you from filing a personal injury lawsuit directly against a defendant’s insurance company unless there is an unsatisfied judgment.
Continue ReadingYes. An injured victim can make insurance claims with many different companies, depending on the circumstances of the crash. At our firm, we have often seen multiple insurance policies in play. In many ways, this is ideal, since it increases the likelihood that our clients will receive just compensation for their injuries. Contact MG Law if you need help...
Continue ReadingSome people lie. It’s a sad fact, but one we need to deal with. If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, the other motorist might falsely claim that you were to blame. Even worse, the police officer who responds to the accident might agree with the motorist and tag you as responsible for the incident. You may be...
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