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What To Do If Your Car Overheats

By Butler Prather LLP on December 18, 2020

Vehicles can overheat. In fact, most people have been inside of a vehicle that has overheated. Not only is this an incredible inconvenience, but it can also present a safety risk for drivers and passengers. Overheated vehicles are not uncommon, and this issue occurs for a variety of reasons, ranging from coolant issues and radiator problems to leaks in the cooling system. Not staying on top of your vehicle’s maintenance can lead to a major problem. Here, we want to discuss what you can do if your vehicle overheats while you are driving. Pull over as soon as possible if…

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How To Deal With Atlanta Car Accident Adjusters

By Butler Prather LLP on December 11, 2020

Getting into a car accident is not on anybody’s to-do list, but the reality is that vehicle accidents occur regularly throughout the state of Georgia. Most people will inevitably be involved in an accident. If you or a loved one do you get into an accident, then you will very likely be dealing with adjusters from the insurance carriers in the case. This includes an adjuster from your insurance carrier as well as an adjuster from the insurance carrier of the other driver involved. It is crucial that you understand how to handle insurance adjusters in the aftermath of a…

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What’s the Difference Between Whiplash and a Concussion?

By Butler Prather LLP on November 23, 2020

Whiplash and concussion are two common injuries associated with vehicle accidents. However, both of these injuries can occur in any number of ways other than vehicle accidents, including sports injuries, slip and fall accidents, workplace incidents, and more. While whiplash and concussions may both be common injuries, they are both very different. If you are involved in a vehicle accident or other incident, it is possible to sustain one or both of these injuries. Here, we want to discuss the difference between whiplash and concussion when it comes to vehicle accidents in our area. What is whiplash? Whiplash is common…

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What to do After an Accident with a Car that is Parked Illegally

By Butler Prather LLP on October 28, 2020

Car accidents are generally avoidable, and most are caused by the careless or negligent actions of one or more drivers. In some cases, an accident may be caused by a car that is illegally parked. If you or somebody you care about has been injured or sustained property damage due to an accident with an illegally parked vehicle, you need to know what to do in order to obtain the compensation you are entitled to. The duties of a driver in these situations All drivers have certain general duties of care to other drivers on the roadway. It is negligent…

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Car Accidents in Construction Zones

By Butler Prather LLP on October 7, 2020

Getting into a car accident is not something anybody wants to experience. While accidents are going to occur, those that take place in construction zones can present incredible challenges when working to determine liability. Construction zones are confusing areas on the roadway, and there may be various parties that could be held liable in the aftermath of a crash that causes injuries or property damage. Here, we want to discuss how these incidents occur and what you can do in the aftermath. What you need to do following a construction zone accident In the aftermath of sustaining an injury or…

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Who Pays For A Rental Car After Accident In Georgia?

By Butler Prather LLP on September 24, 2020

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Getting involved in an accident can be a stressful experience. While most car accidents are relatively minor, victims are still often left dealing with minor injuries as well as property damage. In the event that a car accident victim cannot use their personal vehicle while it is being repaired, it may be necessary to use a rental vehicle in the interim. However, rental vehicles can be expensive. Here, we want to discuss which party pays for rental cars in the aftermath of a vehicle accident. Will the other driver’s insurance carrier cover a rental vehicle? In the event you are…

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Is Georgia A No-Fault State?

By Butler Prather LLP on September 3, 2020

No one expects that they will be involved in a vehicle accident. However, every driver on the roadway is required to carry vehicle insurance in the event an accident does occur. It is important to understand how fault is determined in the aftermath of a vehicle crash. However, when it comes to determining fault and insurance issues, various states around the country handle these incidents through a “no-fault” system. Here, we want to discuss whether or not Georgia is a no-fault insurance state and what this means. Understanding the no-fault insurance system “No-fault” insurance systems are used in various states…

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Who Is At Fault For Yellow Light Accident In GA?

By Butler Prather LLP on August 24, 2020

The last thing anybody expects is that they will be involved in a serious accident when they are approaching an intersection. However, car accidents are not uncommon, particularly around yellow lights. Intersections are incredibly dangerous traffic environments, and it is important to know who could be at fault in the event a yellow light accident occurs. There are various ways in which these accidents happen, and we want to look at some of these scenarios here. Left-turn accidents at yellow lights One of the most common types of accidents that happen when a light is yellow are left-turn accidents. These…

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Is It Illegal To Eat And Drive In GA?

By Butler Prather LLP on August 12, 2020

Distracted driving is incredibly dangerous and can lead to severe injuries for drivers and passengers. When most people think of distracted driving in Georgia, they think of people texting or talking on their cell phones. However, there are many other ways that distracted driving behaviors occur, including eating and drinking while driving a vehicle. The state of Georgia has taken a very proactive approach to decreasing the number of roadway accidents and deaths caused by distracted driving. Here, we want to look at whether or not eating in drinking is illegal while driving a vehicle in Georgia. What does Georgia…

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Injured In A Golf Cart Georgia

By Butler Prather LLP on August 10, 2020

Both residents and visitors to Georgia know that golf carts are popular methods of transportation. Not only to golf carts provide transportation for those looking to get in a few rounds of golf, but these vehicles can often be seen on regular roadways throughout the state. However, accidents involving golf carts can lead to severe injuries for drivers and passengers. These vehicles are particularly vulnerable to collisions with traditional passenger cars. If you or somebody you love has been injured in an Atlanta golf cart accident, you need to know that you may be entitled to compensation. Golf cart accidents…

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