Georgia Personal Injury Blog
5 Common Tactics Insurance Companies Use To Devalue Car Accident Claims
Insurance carriers have one goal, and that goal is to limit how much money they payout in a settlement. Yes, in theory, insurance carriers are there to pay compensation for injuries or property damage based on the terms of the contract you signed with them. However, the more they pay, the less they keep for themselves. There are five common tactics that insurance carriers will use to devalue a car accident claim in Georgia. 1. Calling Soon After The Injury One of the first things that an insurance carrier is going to do, particularly the insurance carrier of the alleged…
$127M New Year’s Verdict in Eight Year Seat Belt Case
An eight-year product liability case resulted in a $127M order and judgement. See the original article on ALM’s Daily Report Online or download a PDF copy here.
Who is Liable for Taxicab Accidents?
Accidents involving taxicabs can result in significant injuries and property damage for those involved. However, determining liability in the aftermath of a taxicab incident can be challenging. Here, we want to discuss negligence as it pertains to taxicab accidents in Georgia and how these incidents differ from traditional vehicle accidents. We will also review taxicab insurance requirements in this state. Taxicab Accidents Are Not Uncommon Despite the increase in popularity of rideshare services throughout the state of Georgia, taxicabs are still the main modes of transportation for many individuals, particularly for those in larger cities like Atlanta. However, taxicab drivers…
What To Do After a Minor Car Accident
Many people think that they can just drive away after a minor accident occurs and not have to worry about any repercussions. However, minor accidents can lead to significant property damage expenses, and individuals could sustain injuries that they are not immediately aware of. Here, we want to discuss the steps that you should take following even a minor vehicle accident that occurs on the roadways of Georgia. 1. Stay Calm Anytime a vehicle accident occurs, even a minor accident, our adrenaline will start pumping. This can lead to a few outcomes. Individuals could panic and decide to flee the…
Who Pays for Medical Bills After a Car Accident?
If you sustain an injury in a car accident, your number one priority must be seeking medical care. However, you also need to know who is going to pay the medical bills that will inevitably start pouring in. Determining who is going to pay medical bills after a car accident will depend on which party was at fault, insurance carrier limitations, and various other factors related to the claim. In general, if another driver causes an accident, their insurance carrier will be responsible for paying the medical bills of other individuals who sustain injuries. However, it is not uncommon for…
What Is GAP Insurance and What Does It Cover?
If you are involved in a vehicle accident, then you know that insurance is going to play a role when it comes to paying compensation for medical bills and property damage. However, what happens if your vehicle is fairly new and the cost to repair it ends up being more than the vehicle is actually worth? Here, we want to discuss vehicle depreciation and how GAP Insurance plays a role in vehicle accidents in Georgia. Understanding GAP Insurance for a Vehicle Not every person will have to have GAP Insurance when they own a vehicle, which explains why some people…
Nerve Damage from Car Accident
Nerve damage can occur anytime a person sustains a traumatic injury. It is certainly not uncommon for individuals to sustain nerve damage as a result of a vehicle accident. Here, we want to discuss how vehicle accidents can cause nerve damage, whether or not individuals are likely to recover from this type of injury, and whether an individual can recover compensation in these situations. What is Nerve Damage and How Does it Happen? When most people think of nerve damage, they think of complications from diabetes. However, nerve damage could also occur in other ways, including after an injury. Nerve…
Georgia Car Insurance Requirements
If you want to operate your vehicle legally on the roadways of Georgia, then you are required to carry insurance. Every state has insurance requirements to ensure the individuals have the financial ability to cover expenses in the event they cause an accident. Here, we want to discuss what Georgia law says about insurance requirements for every driver in this state. We will also discuss whether or not individuals should consider purchasing additional types of insurance to ensure they are properly cared for after an accident occurs. Car Insurance Required by Law in Georgia If you wish to operate a…
Butler Wooten & Peak Splits Into Three New Firms
See the original article on firm founder Jim Butler’s track record of wins in ALM’s Daily Report Online or download a pdf copy here.
Who is at Fault in a Car Accident T-Bone?
T-bone accidents often result in severe injuries, but crash victims can struggle to recover compensation for their losses. Determining fault in the aftermath of a T-bone accident can be challenging, but it is vitally important. Here, we want to discuss who could be at fault in the aftermath of a T-bone accident in Georgia. Multiple parties could be at fault, and uncovering evidence will be crucial. Multiple Parties Could Be Responsible T-bone accidents are not like rear-end accidents when it is generally clear where the fault lies. It is simply not possible to write an article about one party always…