If your vehicle isn’t drivable after an accident, you may need a rental car. But who will pay for it? Under Georgia law, the insurance company of the driver at fault for the accident is responsible for covering the accident victim’s rental car. Unfortunately, insurance companies are notorious for denying claims…
While the cost of hiring a car accident attorney can vary, many work on a contingency fee basis. Under this arrangement, the attorney will start work on your case without charging upfront fees. Instead, they take a percentage of any settlement or court award they win for you. If they…
Georgia has laws in place to protect children in motor vehicle accidents – a leading cause of death for children in the state. Drivers in Georgia must properly restrain any child under 8 years old in a car seat or booster seat appropriate for their size and age. These laws…
Neck pain after a car accident shouldn’t be taken lightly. If your neck is hurting after a Georgia car accident, you should see a doctor as soon as possible. They can evaluate you and determine if you suffered a neck injury in the collision, as well as document your pain…
If you were injured in a Georgia car accident caused by a negligent driver, you might have been rushed to the hospital for emergency care. Federal law requires hospitals to provide emergency treatment to anyone with a severe or life-threatening medical condition, regardless of their insurance coverage or ability to…
The aftermath of a Georgia car accident is a challenging time, often filled with intense pain, sharp emotional stress, and a barrage of questions. You may be asking: “What should I do next?” “How do I handle the insurance companies?” “What about my medical bills?” These are all crucial questions,…
In Georgia, the driver at fault for an accident is financially responsible for its consequences. Assigning fault is a critical part of any subsequent personal injury claim. Investigators seeking to determine fault will examine various pieces of evidence to understand whose negligent actions led to the crash. Although this may…
If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle collision, you may wonder what kind of settlement to expect. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may receive anywhere from a few thousand dollars to millions. It all depends on the specific details of the crash and what you suffered as…
According to the Athens-Clarke County Police Department, more than 75 percent of all traffic accidents in the county occurred in just 12 areas in a recent year. The top spot for car crashes was the downtown district. The Atlanta Highway at the Georgia State Route (SR) 10 Loop and the…
Distracted driving, especially texting while driving, represents one of the most significant hazards on the road in Georgia. The state has adopted a hands-free law prohibiting motorists from using a handheld electronic device while operating their motor vehicles. If you drive in Georgia, you need to know that you cannot…