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Sharing the Roads – Determining Fault in Georgia’s Bicycle-Car Collisions

In Georgia, like in many places, bicyclists and motorists are expected to share the road responsibly and adhere to traffic laws designed to ensure safety for everyone. Road interaction between bicyclists and automobiles necessitates that both parties abide by specific rules. If they do not fulfill their responsibilities and an injury or even fatality occurs, it is then necessary to

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Who Is Liable For Falls and Fractures In Nursing Homes?

In Georgia, as in many other states, nursing homes are expected to provide a standard of care that ensures the safety and well-being of their residents. Suppose a resident suffers a fracture while under the care of a nursing home. The question of liability can arise, primarily if the injury resulted from negligence or abuse. Here are some critical points

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Why You Need An Attorney For Your Premises Liability Case

Premises liability is a legal concept in tort law that places responsibility on property owners for injuries that occur on their property due to unsafe or defective conditions. Common premises liability cases can include slip and fall accidents, inadequate building security leading to injury or assault, dog bites, and swimming pool accidents. This principle dictates that property owners, whether homeowners,

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How Does Compensation Assurance and Uninsured Motorist Coverage Protect You In Times of Car Accidents?

When it comes to automobile insurance, Georgia residents are presented with crucial considerations, particularly when it comes to assurance compensation and uninsured motorist insurance. Assurance compensation in Georgia refers to the insurance company’s guaranteed financial coverage. The term “assurance compensation” is not standard in the insurance industry, but a closely related concept in other jurisdictions is that of “accident benefits”

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When Is A Business Owner Responsible For A Slip And Fall On Their Property?

In Georgia, as in other jurisdictions, specific responsibilities are placed on business owners concerning slip and fall incidents to ensure their premises are kept safe. Liability of business owners is rooted in premises liability law, which mandates that business owners must keep their property reasonably safe for visitors and promptly address potential hazards. In a slip and fall accident, the foreseeability

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Steps To Take If You Are Involved In A Rear End Truck Collision

Suppose you are involved in a rear-end collision involving a truck. If so, take specific steps to ensure your safety and to address legal and insurance issues properly. Below are some steps that you should take to ensure that you protect yourself in such a situation. From the outset, the most important thing to do is to assess yourself and

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Legal Challenges In Sexual Assault Injury Cases and How To Overcome Them

Sexual assault injury cases in Georgia are complex legal matters that could potentially involve personal trauma with the entanglement of having to pursue civil litigation. In these cases, the focus is on holding the aggressor or a negligent third-party responsible for the harm caused to the victim. Unlike criminal proceedings, which the state initiates to punish the offender, victims file

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