Georgia Personal Injury Blog
What Is A Jackknife Truck Accident?
Commercial trucks are much larger and weigh much more than traditional passenger vehicles. Accidents involving large commercial vehicles are often devastating for victims. While truck drivers and trucking companies have stringent requirements they must abide by in order to remain safe on the roadway, accidents involving large trucks can and do occur. Jackknife accidents are amongst the most dangerous type of collisions that can occur involving large commercial trucks. Here, we want to discuss what a jackknife truck accident is and what a victim can do in the aftermath to recover compensation for their injuries and property damage. Understanding jackknife…
The Current State Of Spoliation Law In The State Courts Of Georgia
Most people understand that evidence is the key part of any court case. This is true for both criminal matters as well as civil court issues. However, there are times when evidence is altered, destroyed, or disappears before the completion of pending litigation. This is referred to as the “spoliation” of evidence. It is important to understand what spoliation of evidence means, particularly if you are involved in any pending litigation. Defining spoliation of evidence Under Georgia law, spoliation of evidence specifically refers to “the destruction or failure to preserve evidence that is necessary to contemplated or pending litigation” (Phillips…
Is Georgia A No-Fault State?
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…
Georgia Sudden Emergency Doctrine
No one expects that they will get into a vehicle accident. However, if you or somebody you care about has been injured in a crash that was caused by the careless and negligent actions of another driver, you should be able to count on the at-fault party’s insurance carrier to provide compensation for your damages. However, what happens if the at-fault driver’s insurance carrier says that they are not responsible for the incident because the crash was the result of a “sudden emergency?” It is vital that you understand Georgia’s sudden emergency doctrine and how this could affect your car…
Who Is At Fault For Yellow Light Accident In GA?
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…
What Is The Eggshell Skull Rule?
If you or somebody you love has been injured in an accident caused by the negligence actions of another party, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, aggressive insurance carriers and at-fault parties will do whatever they can to lower the amount of money they pay in a settlement or even deny a claim altogether. One way to do this is to claim that an injury victim had a pre-existing condition that made them more susceptible to injuries, and that the accident in question did not actually cause the injury the victim sustained. The term used…
Rental Truck Accidents In GA
It is not uncommon to see someone driving a moving vehicle such as a U-Haul, Budget Rental, Penske, or other moving truck when you are out on the roadways of Georgia. These vehicles provide a relatively inexpensive way for a person to move their property from place to place, whether this be across town or across the country. However, accidents involving these large moving trucks can lead to severe injuries for those involved. The reality is that it does not take any special certifications to be able to rent and operate these vehicles, and crashes caused by inexperienced drivers are…
Is Personal Injury Protection Required in Georgia?
Every state sets minimum vehicle insurance requirements for drivers. Regardless of where you live, failing to carry adequate auto insurance can result in significant fines and other penalties. However, the amount and type of insurance required varies significantly from state to state. One type of insurance coverage that many states require is called personal injury protection (PIP). However, drivers in Georgia are not required to buy PIP coverage. Regardless, personal injury protection coverage may still be a good type of coverage for Georgia drivers to have. Here, we want to discuss what this coverage is and what it can do…
Is It Illegal To Eat And Drive In GA?
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…
Injured In A Golf Cart Georgia
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…