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Brake Failure Crashes

By Butler Prather LLP on August 31, 2022

In August of 2022, Ferrari recalled just about every single car that it’s made since 2005 due to possible break failure. While you may look at that story and think, “Okay, I don’t drive a Ferrari,” the reality is that brake recalls happen more often than people realize. Earlier this year, Mercedes-Benz recalled 300,000 vehicles that they manufactured between 2006 and 2012 over a brake defect. Brake failure crashes can lead to significant injuries and property damage for drivers and passengers on the roadways of Georgia. It is important to understand who could be held liable if an accident is…

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My Child Was Injured by a Defective Car Seat

By Butler Prather LLP on August 22, 2022

Car seats save lives. Every state across the country, including Georgia, has regulations regarding car seat use for children. All children are required to be in a car seat until they reach a certain age or meet the height and weight requirements. However, what happens if a child is injured as a result of a defective car seat? In these situations, parents may be able to hold companies or manufacturers responsible and recover compensation for their losses. Car Seats are Crucial Safety Devices According to information available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 38% of children 12…

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How Does Georgia’s Comparative Negligence Law Affect My Case?

By Butler Prather LLP on August 17, 2022

Any time an accident that leads to an injury occurs, the parties involved will examine liability. If one party caused the injury to another party, then the victim will likely be able to recover compensation for their losses from the at-fault party. However, liability is not always cut and dry. There are times when more than one party is at fault for an incident, and some individuals can even be partially responsible for causing their own injuries. Under Georgia’s comparative negligence laws, this can affect compensation amounts. What is Comparative Negligence in Georgia? Every state across the country has laws…

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What Does an Accident Reconstruction Expert Do?

By Butler Prather LLP on August 15, 2022

Determining fault after a vehicle accident occurs can be challenging. Even if individuals gather evidence at the scene of the incident and have eyewitness statements, the chain of events that caused the incident may not be clear. Sometimes, investigators or legal teams involved will work with accident reconstruction experts to help determine liability. These individuals are highly trained and use science and mathematics to help establish a model of what occurred. What is Accident Reconstruction in Georgia? Accident reconstruction is a branch of forensic science that involves determining how and why accidents occurred. The goal of accident reconstruction is to…

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What is Post-Accident Shock?

By Butler Prather LLP on July 27, 2022

When vehicle accidents occur, individuals often feel pain right away due to an injury, either external or internal trauma. Sometimes, the science and symptoms of some traumatic injuries appear hours or days later. There are also situations where individuals will experience some form of emotional and psychological shock as a result of an accident, but it may not occur until well after the incident is over. Pierre, we want to discuss what post-accident shock is, examine some of the symptoms, and discuss whether or not you can recover compensation. What are the Symptoms of Shock? Individuals typically experience traumatic shock,…

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Parking Lot Accidents Can Result in Severe Injury

By Butler Prather LLP on July 25, 2022

Parking lots are areas of congestion in many situations. These are one of the few locations where you can expect to regularly find pedestrians weaving around vehicles, shopping carts showing up out of nowhere, and vehicles traveling in every different direction. Accidents happen. Unfortunately, accidents in parking lots can also lead to significant injuries for those involved. What to do After a Parking Lot Accident Accidents in parking lots can result in severe injuries, including broken or dislocated bones, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, road rash or significant lacerations, internal organ damage or bleeding, and more. If you or…

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How Poor Lighting Creates a Dangerous Environment

By Butler Prather LLP on July 18, 2022

Inadequate lighting can lead to incredibly dangerous situations. All property owners are supposed to ensure proper lighting on their premises if guests have a right to be there. Failing to do so could constitute a lack of security. Here, we want to discuss how poor lighting creates a dangerous environment as well as whether or not property owners can be held responsible for any incidents that occur as a result of inadequate lighting. Poor Lighting – The Failure of a Property Owner Imagine coming back to your rented Airbnb located inside of a condominium complex in a beach town in…

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Act of God Defense in Car Accident Cases

By Butler Prather LLP on July 4, 2022

When some vehicle accidents occur, there may be a party that claims that an “Act of God” was responsible for the incident that led to the collision. Under an Act of God defense, a driver would say that there was some type of foreseeable event that led to their actions or the accident, and that they should not be held responsible for the incident. Here, we want to delve more in-depth into the Act of God defense. What is the “Act of God” Defense? First, we need to point out that insurance carriers are always going to look out for…

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Facial Injuries After Car Wrecks

By Butler Prather LLP on June 27, 2022

Vehicle accidents can lead to various types of injuries. This can include, but is not limited to, significant bruising, internal bleeding, broken or dislocated bones, spinal cord injuries, and more. Additionally, individuals can sustain facial trauma as a result of a vehicle accident. Here, we want to discuss the main types of facial injuries that occur in car accidents, as well as the types of compensation individuals may be able to receive as a result of these injuries. Types of Facial Injuries After a Car Accident There is a wide range of types of facial injuries that can occur as…

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Understanding Georgia’s Diminished Value Law After a Car Accident

By Butler Prather LLP on June 22, 2022

Most vehicles will have diminished value after a vehicle accident occurs, particularly if the repairs were done poorly or incorrectly. Additionally, in Georgia, a vehicle can also have something called “inherent diminished value,” which means that the value of the vehicle is reduced even if it has been repaired properly. Here, we want to examine Georgia’s diminished value law so that you have an understanding of what to expect when it comes to compensation after a beautiful accident occurs. What Diminished Value Means in Georgia Whenever a vehicle has been involved in an accident, others will know about this when…

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