There are several kinds of losses, or “damages” that you can claim after a car accident that was not your fault in Georgia: Special damages are the financial costs of the accident, including medical bills and lost time from work. General damages include non-financial losses such as pain and suffering and emotional trauma. Some accident … Read More »
After a car accident, another driver’s insurance company may ask you to give a recorded statement about the accident. You are not legally required to do this, and it is almost never in your best interest. This is true even if you are sure you did not cause the accident and have nothing to hide. … Read More »
In many ways, a rental car accident is no different than any other type of car accident. If the driver of the rental car is at fault, the driver’s own car insurance or the coverage purchased from the rental car company will pay for damage and injuries. If another driver is at fault, that driver’s … Read More »
Most car accident injury cases in Georgia are resolved through insurance claims and negotiations. But if you are hit by a car, you do have a right to file a lawsuit and ask a judge or jury to award you money. Lawsuits do not always end with a court trial. Many are settled by the … Read More »
When someone runs a stop sign and causes an accident, it can be hard to prove fault, especially if the other driver denies doing anything wrong. A police report, statements by eyewitnesses, and photos of the accident scene can help build a strong case showing who is liable for your injuries. Fault in car accidents … Read More »
A wrongful death settlement attempts to place a dollar value on the life of a person who died in an accident. It involves complex calculations of the expected lifetime earnings of the deceased, as well as the value of the opportunity to live and enjoy life. The age, life expectancy and occupation of the deceased, … Read More »
Fault is usually based on the legal concept of negligence. A negligent driver isn’t as careful as a reasonable driver in a similar situation. How fault is determined after a car accident in Georgia is evidence and the rule of law. After an accident, the insurance companies will make their own conclusion about fault based … Read More »
Georgia law requires you to report an accident to a law enforcement agency right away if there are injuries or fatalities, or if there is more than $500 in property damage. Injuries and the cost of car repairs are hard to assess at the scene, and you may need a police report to file an insurance … Read More »
Georgia’s wrongful death statute allows certain family members to file a lawsuit for wrongful death after a car accident or other tragic event. The right to file a lawsuit is limited to spouses, children and parents, in that order. The goal of a wrongful death suit is to compensate the family for the loss of … Read More »
If you have been injured in a car accident, it’s important to find a lawyer who has the skill and dedication to get you money for your injuries. Look for a law firm with experience, a strong track record, and the resources to build a strong case in your favor. There are a lot of … Read More »
