Georgia’s Laws on Insurance Rates If you are involved in a wreck that was not your fault, your insurance premiums should not increase. O.C.G.A. § 33-9-40 prohibits an insurance carrier from raising your premiums if you did not cause the accident regardless of whether you take advantage of uninsured motorist coverage and/or medical payments coverage available under your insurance...
Continue ReadingAfter a car accident, an accident report can offer valuable information if you plan to file a personal injury lawsuit. The accident report will give your attorney a clearer picture of what happened in your accident, provide them with contact information for the other party and the other party’s insurance, and provide information as to the weather and roadway...
Continue ReadingNot every personal injury attorney is familiar with the nuances of motorcycle accident claims. If you or someone you love was injured in a motorcycle accident, hiring a competent and experienced legal advocate is crucial. You should only consult with attorneys who have a deep understanding of personal injury law and a successful track record of winning compensation for...
Continue ReadingBeing involved in a car accident is not only terrifying, it can seriously disrupt your life. Even if you and your passengers escape without physical injury, your vehicle might still be damaged. And if your car needs major repairs, or worse, is totaled, you may lose time and money using taxis, ride-shares, or public transportation to get around. Most...
Continue ReadingHave you been involved in a car accident in Georgia? If the Georgia State Patrol responded to the scene of your collision, you may be wondering how to obtain a copy of the official crash report prepared by the responding officer. There are a few different ways to obtain a crash report from the Georgia State Patrol. You can...
Continue ReadingGeorgia is home to over 7.5 million drivers and over 50,000 miles of roads. Accidents are bound to happen with so many drivers on these roads at once. Unfortunately, too many accidents could be avoided if drivers followed the rules of the road. For example, a driver might change lanes improperly and collide with another car. The skilled Conyers...
Continue ReadingBrain injuries after an auto accident are, unfortunately, far too common. According to the  most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 69,000 deaths in the United States are caused by a traumatic brain injury (TBI) annually. Additionally, motor vehicle collisions are one of the most common causes of traumatic brain injuries in the...
Continue ReadingCar accidents are always a distressing experience. When the other driver is unlicensed and uninsured, the situation becomes even more complicated. Georgia law requires all drivers to possess a valid license and carry insurance. Unfortunately, many drivers in Georgia are uninsured, or drive on an invalid license. Neither changes how you determine who is liable for causing a car...
Continue ReadingSideswipe accidents occur when two vehicles parallel to each other collide. Typically, a failure to yield the right of way is to blame, but there is often a question as to who had the right of way, to begin with. Generally, the vehicle that hits the other is legally liable, though this is not always true. Here, we’ll cover...
Continue ReadingCar accidents can happen in an instant. Before you know it, your car is crushed and you are in severe pain. What can you do if you weren’t at fault for the collision? The initial steps you take are the same as in any car accident—swap insurance information, call the police and collect evidence for your case. But documenting...
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