A frequent discussion we have with a new client: Question: Do you have health insurance? Answer: I do, but the hospital told me to just bill the other driver’s insurance. The accident was his fault. In a world where everything is ‘fair’ that might be the correct answer. But that is not how it works. …
Many people believe that their private mental health records become an open book when they file a claim for personal injury. But the truth is that Georgia law strongly provides strong protections for an injured person’s mental health records even when they have filed a lawsuit claiming mental pain and suffering. This is because of …
Your car is struck by another driver and sustain injury. And you are not happy about it. You try to resolve the matter yourself but get nowhere. You hire an attorney. The attorney files a lawsuit. But he only sues the person who caused the collision. Not their insurance company. What does that mean? Most …
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Have you ever gone to an amusement park, signed up for a dive trip, gone on a go kart ride or to a trampoline park and had to sign a Waiver of Liability in order to participate? These days, being asked to sign such a document is a common occurrence. We have had clients come …
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If you are not wearing a seatbelt and are involved in a car crash, you may wonder, “Can I still recover damages even though I didn’t buckle up?” The answer depends on your state law and the circumstances of your case. When you get into a car accident, your injuries can be much more severe …
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When we meet a new client and ask about their auto coverage, there is often no more than a vague understanding of what their coverage is and sometimes even less of an understanding as to what those items mean. Mix that in with a couple of widespread myths and it is apparent that many of …
Unfortunately, the situation is not uncommon in Georgia, where over 12% of motorists drive without auto insurance. Under Georgia law, all drivers of motor vehicles must carry a minimum of $25,000 in liability insurance (O.C.G.A. § 33-7-11). While the vast majority of Georgia motorists are law-abiding citizens who purchase auto insurance, many drivers do not have …
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Following a car crash, one of the main questions is, “Who is liable for the accident?” However, things can get complicated when one of the drivers involved in the accident is not the owner of the vehicle. If another person was involved in a car accident while driving your car in Georgia, you might worry …
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The popularity of rideshare services, including Uber, has skyrocketed in recent years. But what happens if you are involved in a car accident while riding in an Uber vehicle? Who would compensate you for your injuries and losses? If your Uber driver gets in a car accident, you may want to consult with an Atlanta car …
Many other law firms post case results on their websites. When browsing your website, you will not find a page where we brag about our case results and the millions of dollars that we have recovered for our clients. Why? Let us explain. In the years that we have been representing clients in Atlanta, we …
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