After a car accident in Georgia, one of your first steps should be to contact the local police for help. In fact, Georgia law requires you to notify the police if an accident results in significant property damage, bodily injury, or death. You should always summon the police if involved…
The attorneys at R. Alan Cleveland, LLC understand the many factors that affect a claim’s value and will provide you with an honest assessment of what your case is really worth. We will help you gather evidence and build a strong case to negotiate a higher settlement with the insurance…
Pregnant women need to be cautious when in a car, especially in the latter stages of pregnancy. Whether a pregnant woman is driving the car or riding as a passenger, being involved in an accident could result in severe injuries for them and their unborn child. In some cases, these…
A multi-vehicle accident is any collision involving three or more vehicles. These accidents commonly occur at intersections and in areas with dense traffic. When multiple cars collide, the force of impact is especially likely to result in severe and potentially life-changing injuries. If you have been injured in a multi-car…
If you have received a request from an adjuster for a recorded statement after a Georgia car accident, your mind may be spinning with questions. Are you required to provide a statement to the insurance company? Could a statement help or hurt your case? Is there anything you should avoid…
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries that people suffer in car accidents. Whiplash injuries are particularly prevalent in rear-end collisions when the head and neck are forcefully thrown backward and then forward in rapid succession. Whiplash injuries may be quite painful. The forceful movement can overextend ligaments and…
A rear-end accident occurs when the front end of one vehicle collides with the back end of the vehicle in front of it. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly one in every three motor vehicle accidents involve rear-end collisions. Many of these accidents are dangerous…
Determining fault is one of the most important factors in helping injured crash victims get compensation for their losses. In left-hand turn car accidents, however, it can be challenging to sort out who’s to blame. Laws regarding left-hand turns at intersections can be complex. Depending on the circumstances, both the…
When you think of car accidents, you typically imagine a physical collision between two or more vehicles. Sometimes, however, a vehicle causes an accident without hitting any other vehicles – and then leaves the scene. They’re known as phantom drivers, and these types of incidents are sometimes referred to as…
If you are involved in a car accident in Georgia, you will need to know your rights are and your options for seeking damages – especially if you are severely injured. Like most states, Georgia is an “at-fault” jurisdiction. So, to recover compensation, you will first turn to the liability…