A slip-and-fall accident can occur when you least expect it and may be traumatizing both physically and emotionally. Under Georgia law, you may have legal recourse after falling on private or public property. However, the prospect of making a full recovery while trying to file an insurance claim or pursue a lawsuit can be stressful and overwhelming. Slip and fall…
While getting into a car accident may be the last thing on your mind, it is the reality for thousands of Georgians each year. Of course, after a serious injury, your immediate concern is probably to receive appropriate medical care as quickly as possible. However, concerned family and friends might soon ask, “Have you contacted a car accident lawyer yet?” …
Imagine sitting at a red light, finally taking a breather after a long day. As you focus on the car ahead of you, suddenly, your body is jolted forward. Another driver, completely oblivious to what is happening, crashes into your car. Being in a car accident can be painful and confusing. The experience can leave car accident victims shaken and…
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…
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…
Atlanta is a wooded, vibrant city. I am always struck by how green we still are whenever I fly home from a trip to another city. Of course, our large trees don’t last forever. When we moved into our home 34 years ago, we thought that the nicest features on the property were the several giant, 100 year old plus…
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…
f 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…
