Proving fault in a car accident in Georgia involves many different factors. If you're in an accident and need to establish who’s at fault, it’s important to understand the steps to support your claim. Gather evidence from the scene Right after the accident, make sure...
When you think about car accidents in Georgia, speeding or drunk driving probably come to mind first. But many serious crashes occur during ordinary moments. You could be heading to work, picking up your kids or running a quick errand. Simple habits like speeding up...
The aftermath of a car accident can be intense. So can the injuries that come with it. You may need insurance to cover the cost of medical treatment and time away from work. Sadly, insurance companies will often do anything to deny you that coverage. If that happens...
If you were seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident caused by an uninsured driver, you can probably expect massive medical bills. You may also be unable to work due to your injuries, making these expenses challenging to address. Since you cannot file an...
You may have heard people joke about how, if they’re driving in the car and they need to find a specific address, they’ll turn down the music so that they can see better. They may do this when they’re driving in an unfamiliar area and looking for the right road to...
There are certainly times when drivers tailgate intentionally. They may be in a hurry, so they’re hoping that the driver ahead of them will speed up. Or they may be driving aggressively because they’re angry about something that the driver did, so tailgating is their...
If you’ve been involved in a crash, you may be wondering how long you have to settle your claim. Georgia law does not require you to settle your car accident claim within a certain period, but such claims are subject to the statute of limitations. Think of it as a...
When you look at fatal car accidents across different age groups, one clear trend emerges: the rate at which teenagers are involved in fatal accidents is higher than any other age group. This is true even though their age bracket is relatively small, consisting mainly...
Driving in the dark – even when the weather is clear – can be inherently risky. Even though only 25% of driving happens after dark, roughly half of all fatal traffic accidents occur between dusk and dawn. Ultimately, night driving has some inherent risks simply...
People seem to think that being busy and multitasking are hallmarks of success, but those aren’t always good ideas. One of these times is while driving. People who are operating a vehicle should have their focus on driving and nothing else. Distractions while driving...