Car Accidents
Car Accident Claims and Lost Wages
The aftermath of a car crash can be scary and confusing. If you or a loved one have been in a car crash that was caused by another person’s negligence, you will likely encounter several expenses. This can include medical bills and the cost of repairs to your vehicle. You may have to worry about something else – missing work and losing out on your income. Consider the following common car accident injuries: Broken and dislocated bones Severe lacerations Internal organ damage Internal bleeding Spinal cord injuries Whiplash injuries Traumatic brain injuries Concussions Many of these injuries will keep a…
How to Stay Safe on Rural Roads in Georgia
Much of the focus of serious vehicle accidents is on incidents that happen in urban areas. However, it is important to understand that severe car accidents occur in the rural areas of Georgia on a regular basis. Rural roads and areas present many of the same dangers as other areas, but they also have particular hazards not present anywhere else. What we know about Georgia rural accidents When we look at the latest data available from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety in Georgia, we see that there were nearly 400,000 total crashes for the latest reporting year. Out of…
What is Considered Reckless Driving in Georgia?
Reckless driving is dangerous driving. However, defining reckless driving can be difficult. The term “reckless driving” can mean different things, but one thing is certain – it is illegal in the state of Georgia. Not only is reckless driving illegal, but it can lead to serious injuries or fatalities on the roadways. Today, we want to discuss what reckless driving is and what the consequences are for those found guilty. Defining reckless driving When we turn to Georgia Code Title 40 – Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Section 40-6-390, we see that a person commits reckless driving when they operate their…
Where Does Georgia Rank Among the Best and Worst Drivers of 2019?
Most of us drive or are regular passengers in vehicles. However, have you ever wondered how Georgia drivers stack up when compared to the rest of the country? We wondered as well. Today, we are going to look into this using various factors. During the latest reporting year from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Georgia finished 39th in the worst-driver rankings. Out of 51 total areas ranked (DC included), this is not all that bad. The majority of states were worse than Georgia. We ranked better than our neighbors: South Carolina 6th North Carolina 8th Florida 23rd Alabama…
Can Passengers File a Claim After a Car Accident?
When we talk about filing claims after a car accident in Atlanta, we usually discuss the drivers involved. However, if you or a loved one are a passenger injured in a vehicle crash, you need to know what to do. Georgia car accidents are a reality. Information from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety shows us that hundreds of thousands of vehicle crashes occur each year in this state. Out of those crashes, there are thousands of injuries, some of them severe. What can an injured passenger do? Believe it or not, an injured passenger will likely have an easier…
What is a Staged Car Accident?
Vehicle crashes are not uncommon in Georgia. According to the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, there are over 400,000 reported traffic crashes each year in this state. They cause serious injuries and over 1,000 annual fatalities. However, not all vehicle accidents are actual “accidents.” Some vehicle accidents are staged. What do you mean by “staged?” Staged car accidents are those set up by those looking to commit insurance fraud or file a fraudulent personal injury lawsuit. In these incidents, a driver (or motorcyclist, bicyclist, or pedestrian) intentionally causes a crash that makes it look like the fault of an unsuspecting…
How Bad Is Buzzed Driving?
The term buzzed driving describes a driver exhibiting signs of impairment from alcohol or opiates while behind the wheel of a vehicle. Referring to impaired driving as buzzed driving tries to reduce the apparent severity of the crime. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that 2,597 people died in just the month of December (2010), with 775 deaths involving impaired drivers. Buzzed driving, impaired driving, or driving under the influence, all describe drivers who lack the necessary awareness to avoid accidents. The signs of alcohol or opiate impairment vary from person to person. How much alcohol, or drugs, it…
How to Handle a Georgia Hit and Run Accident
Hit and run refers to a car accident that causes damage and a driver leaves the scene of the accident. That driver leaves without making a report of the incident to authorities or providing their contact information. It does not matter if the driver caused the accident. Everyone involved must remain at the scene until excused by law enforcement, or the direct exchange of information between drivers finishes up. Hit and run victims deal with shock, disbelief and confusion when someone leaves the scene of the accident. Even without injuries, a victim of a hit and run feels violated and…
What Are Georgia’s Uninsured Motorist Laws?
Georgia does not require uninsured motorist insurance coverage. When a driver is not at fault in an accident with an uninsured vehicle, this insurance provides protection. Therefore, many Georgia drivers carry this additional coverage on their auto insurance policies. Most policies limit the coverage to $25,000 per person and a total of $50,000 for the entire accident. Uninsured Motorists and Underinsured Motorists Uninsured motorists (UM) carry no insurance, or the insurance provider denies coverage because of the circumstances of the accident. Underinsured motorists carry insurance, but the coverage is insufficient to cover the total cost of damages in the accident.…
Is It Necessary to Report a Minor Car Accident?
Most car accidents are relatively minor. A fender bender resulting in no injuries and no major damage makes drivers wonder whether or not they should even report the accident. The answer simply depends on the situation. The accident’s severity and how well the parties communicate makes a big difference. After the exchange of insurance and contact information between drivers, they decide if they want to involve law enforcement. Law enforcement need not always become involved in a minor accident. State law requires filing accident reports only in certain circumstances, such as when the accident results in death, injury, or over…