Georgia Personal Injury Blog
Georgia’s Roundabout Laws
Traffic roundabouts seem to bring confusion anytime a new one shows up on the roadways. While roundabouts are fairly common on European roadways, they have not been heavily used on American roadways throughout our history. However, these traffic structures are growing in popularity, and they work to reduce car accidents and vehicle emissions. As roundabouts become more and more common, it is crucial that Georgia motorists understand the laws surrounding these traffic structures. Understandably, encountering the roundabout for the first time can be a little confusing, so we want to take some time to clear up some roundabout laws. Successfully…
Can a Car Accident Cause Degenerative Disc Disease?
Degenerative disc disease can lead to significant disabilities. There are various causes of degenerative disc disease, including musculoskeletal disorders, genetic predisposition, and age-related wear and tear. However, can a car accident cause degenerative disc disease? The reality is that it is unlikely that a vehicle accident will cause degenerative disc disease, but it could worsen the disease already present in a person’s spine. Here, we want to discuss how car accidents affect degenerative disc disease and whether or not individuals can recover compensation in these situations. What Causes Degenerative Disc Disease? It is not uncommon for a person’s spine and…
Statute of Limitations for Car Accidents in Georgia
If you sustain an injury or property damage as a result of the careless or negligent actions of another driver in Georgia, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, you need to be aware that there are various timelines in place when it comes to recovering compensation for these incidents. Here, we want to discuss the importance of the personal injury statute of limitations in Georgia as well as deadlines put in place by insurance carriers. What the Law Says About the Personal Injury Statute of Limitation Every state is allowed to set time limits for…
What is MCS-90 in a Truck Accident?
Accidents involving larger commercial trucks often result in devastating injuries for those involved. However, commercial truckers are required to carry additional types of insurance above and beyond what is required of traditional motorists. This includes commercial insurance policies as well as an MSC-90 endorsement. An MSC-90 endorsement is an amendment to a truck driver’s auto insurance policy that guarantees a minimum amount of compensation to those injured in an accident caused by a trucking company or the truck driver. Here, we want to examine how an MSC-90 endorsement could impact your truck collision claim. Explaining the MSC-90 Individuals who have…
Dangers of Electronic Smoking Devices
Electronic smoking devices, commonly referred to as electronic cigarettes or e-cigs, are incredibly popular. This is particularly true for teens and younger adults. Once touted as a way to help individuals stop smoking real tobacco cigarettes, we now have a more thorough understanding of the dangers of electronic smoking devices. Here, we want to examine some of the dangers associated with electronic cigarettes and other types of electronic smoking devices. Addiction Dangers of Electronic Cigarettes Electronic smoking devices, which regularly go by the term “vaping devices,” are battery-powered devices that individuals use to inhale aerosols that typically contain nicotine, flavoring,…
Facts About Road Rash
Road rash is an injury that can occur anytime a person’s skin comes into contact with the road, sidewalk, or any other type of pavement. Most commonly, we associate road rash injuries with bicycle accidents and motorcycle accidents. Here, we want to examine some of the most common facts about road rash injuries that you need to be aware of. If you or somebody you care about has sustained road rash injuries as a result of the negligence of another driver, you need to speak to an attorney who can help you recover compensation for your injuries. How Does Road…
What is Post-Traumatic Amnesia?
We have all seen television shows and movies where individuals wake up out of a coma and have no idea who they are. In most cases, these depictions are relatively inaccurate. However, post-traumatic amnesia (PTA) is real. Here, we want to examine PTA. Specifically, we want to look at what symptoms family members can expect if their loved one comes out of a coma and does experience post-traumatic amnesia. The signs and symptoms of post-traumatic amnesia can be scary to experience for family members, and we hope that this brief article gives you some peace of mind. We strongly encourage…
Whiplash and its Connection to Brain Injury
Whiplash is one of the most common types of injuries that occur as a result of a vehicle accident, though this injury can certainly occur in other ways as well. However, what many people do not realize is that whiplash can cause concussions and more severe traumatic brain injuries. Here, we want to examine the connection between whiplash injuries and brain injuries, particularly examining how the mechanism of injury causes damage to the brain. What is Whiplash? “Whiplash” term used to describe an injury that occurs to the neck and upper back. These injuries are caused by the neck moving…
Can Fault Be Determined by Car Accident Damage?
In the aftermath of any vehicle accident, there will typically be extensive investigations into what happened in order to determine liability. In some cases, fault is relatively clear. However, it is not uncommon for it to initially be unclear about which driver caused the accident. Sometimes, it may be necessary to examine the vehicles involved to gain information about what happened in the crash. This includes looking at vehicle damage. Determining Fault Based on the Damage There are typically various ways that law enforcement officials and insurance carriers go about determining fault for a vehicle accident. This includes, but is…
What Happens If Your Insurance Claim is Denied?
Anytime an individual sustains an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual or entity, they should be entitled to compensation for their losses. However, it is not uncommon for insurance carriers to deny claims for various reasons. Here, we want to specifically look at what you can do if your insurance claim is denied after sustaining a personal injury in Georgia. There are various steps that you can take to appeal this denial and fight for the compensation you think you are entitled to. Why Would an Auto Insurance Claim be Denied? There are many reasons…