A frequent discussion we have with a new client: Question: Do you have health insurance? Answer: I do, but the hospital told me to just bill the other driver’s insurance. The accident was his fault. In a world where everything is ‘fair’ that might be the correct answer. But that is not how it works. In fact, you may have…
Falling tree liability in Georgia depends on what the owner knew. Who pays for damage, cleanup, and injuries when a neighbor’s tree comes down in a storm.
One of the many negatives that you may experience if you are badly injured is that you may be unable to return to work. If you are not covered by workers’ compensation (which may not be sufficient even if you are) or a disability policy, you are understandable concerned about paying your bills. Over the past several years, many companies…
If you are involved in a collision, it can be difficult to think clearly. Your adrenaline is spiking, your mind is racing and your thought process is not at its best. There are, however, a few things that you should do as a matter of course. If the other driver is hurt, offer them assistance. Call 911 and report the…
There are a number of issues that pop up for all of us when we get a ticket. If there is not a collision involved, it is a bit simpler. A guilty plea or conviction may make your insurance premium higher. For a speeding ticket, if you were traveling well over the limit, if the solicitor or the judge is…
The short answer is a resounding YES! Uninsured motorist coverage is available up to the limit of your liability coverage. It is optional coverage in Georgia. But resist the temptation to go as cheaply as possible or you may regret it. There are a few twists on what uninsured motorist coverage (UM) is and when it can be utilized. The…
Hurt at work by someone other than your employer? A third party claim for a workplace injury in Georgia can recover what workers’ comp won’t. How it works.
A hospital arbitration agreement can take away your right to a jury if a provider harms you. What Georgia law says, whether you must sign, and what to do.
Do I have a dangerous dog? What if my dog bites my neighbor? What if I am the neighbor who was attacked and injured? Georgia law defines a dangerous dog as a dog that causes a substantial puncture of a person’s skin by teeth without causing serious injury. The definition also includes a dog that aggressively attacks in a manner…
The latest trend is for medical providers to refuse to accept health insurance when you are in a motor vehicle collision. There may be several reasons for this. First, they may have run into an insurer who refuses to pay for auto related injuries, trying (unlawfully) to place the onus on the third party’s carrier. And others have a different…
