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What Should I Do If I Have A Personal Injury Claim In A Hit and Run Accident?

If you have been involved in a hit-and-run accident in Georgia and are considering filing a personal injury claim or lawsuit, understanding your rights and the legal process is crucial. Georgia law allows victims of hit-and-run accidents to seek compensation for their injuries, damages, and losses. If the perpetrator in a hit-and-run accident is eventually identified, victims of hit-and-run accidents

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Trucker’s Fatigue Can Lead To Big Injuries

Truck driver fatigue is a critical safety issue in Georgia. This concern stems from truck drivers’ long hours behind the wheel, often pushing beyond recommended limits to meet demanding delivery schedules. Despite regulations ensuring adequate rest and recovery times, the pressure to deliver goods quickly can lead to drivers operating vehicles while exhausted. The resulting fatigue significantly increases the risk

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Who Can I Sue If Road Conditions Caused My Accident?

In Georgia, if you are injured due to poor road conditions, determining who to sue involves understanding the responsibility and ownership of the roadway where the incident occurred. Generally, the liable party could be a local municipality, the county, or the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), depending on who maintains the road. For state highways and interstates, GDOT is typically

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Are Commercial Drivers Held to Higher Standards on the Road?

Given the size of many types of commercial vehicles, you may wonder whether state and federal law holds commercial drivers to higher standards than ordinary motorists. The complexity of operating a commercial vehicle means that a single mistake can lead to a devastating accident. As a result, laws and regulations ensure that commercial drivers have the knowledge, skills, and physical

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Experts You May Encounter During A Personal Injury Case

Have you found yourself in the unfortunate position of being a victim in a personal injury case? If so, consider whether you want to utilize an expert witness in your case. In a personal injury case, various experts can provide specialized knowledge to help the court understand the case. These experts can range from medical professionals who can attest to

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Young boy driving a car with a distraught face

Ask The Attorney: Am I Liable If My Friend Borrowed My Car and Was Then In An Accident?

When a friend borrows your car and then gets involved in an accident, it introduces a complex situation that requires immediate attention and careful handling. This incident not only affects your vehicle but also your relationship with your friend and potentially your financial standing, depending on insurance coverage and liabilities. It is essential to approach this matter with a clear

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Is Dash Cam Footage Admissible In Court?

Dash cams, or dashboard cameras, are compact recording devices mounted on a vehicle’s dashboard or windshield that continuously record the view through the vehicle’s front windscreen and sometimes rear or other windows. They serve as an impartial eyewitness in accidents or incidents on the road, providing crucial evidence for insurance claims and legal disputes and ensuring driver accountability. Georgia law

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Top Five Mistakes People Make After An Automobile Accident

Car accidents in Georgia, as anywhere else, can be stressful and chaotic events. While emotions are running high, with the possibility of trauma, not to mention physical injury, it is understandable that one could make mistakes after an accident or fail to obtain relevant information or documentation.  Among the most common mistakes are neglecting to report the accident to law

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