If you are involved in a collision, it can be difficult to think clearly. Your adrenaline is spiking, your mind is racing and your thought process is not at its best. There are, however, a few things that you should do as a matter of course. If the other driver is hurt, offer them assistance. …
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There are a number of issues that pop up for all of us when we get a ticket. If there is not a collision involved, it is a bit simpler. A guilty plea or conviction may make your insurance premium higher. For a speeding ticket, if you were traveling well over the limit, if the …
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The short answer is a resounding YES! Uninsured motorist coverage is available up to the limit of your liability coverage. It is optional coverage in Georgia. But resist the temptation to go as cheaply as possible or you may regret it. There are a few twists on what uninsured motorist coverage (UM) is and when …
The latest trend is for medical providers to refuse to accept health insurance when you are in a motor vehicle collision. There may be several reasons for this. First, they may have run into an insurer who refuses to pay for auto related injuries, trying (unlawfully) to place the onus on the third party’s carrier. …
There are different time limits provided by the law to make various types of claims. The time limit is usually two years, but there are exceptions. The time limit to make a defamation claim is 1 year. The time limit to notify a municipality is six months of an injury claim, though after that notice …
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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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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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 …
Who’s Liable if Someone Else is Driving My Car and Gets in a Car Accident? Read More »
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 …