The United States is at a strange moment in the development of self-driving cars. Autonomous vehicles still seem futuristic and speculative, yet we’re already sharing the road with a small number of them. Everyone from manufacturers to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says autonomous vehicles will be safer, yet a significant percentage of…
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How to Choose Your Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer
Hiring a personal injury attorney after a car accident or other serious injury can be a Catch-22. You’re looking for a lawyer to help you untangle the complex web of law, procedure, and insurance company tactics. But, the internet is a complex web of personal injury lawyers. For the inexperienced, it can be hard to…
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What is Strict Liability?
Most injury-related claims, like car accident cases and slip and fall claims, are based in negligence. That means the injured person must show that the defendant: Had a duty of care Failed in that duty Through that failure, caused the plaintiff’s injuries But, for some types of claims, Georgia applies strict liability. When strict liability…
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The Importance of Bodily Injury UM/UIM in Georgia
This is the second post in a series on Georgia automobile insurance. If you missed the first post, you can read it here: Types of Georgia Automobile Insurance Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage (UM/UIM) is optional in Georgia, but it’s important coverage. That’s why Georgia law requires that UM/UIM be included in every motor vehicle…
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Bedsores are More Dangerous Than You Think
Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, may sound like a minor affliction. However, when bedsores aren’t promptly identified and properly treated, the effects can be serious. In the United States, about 60,000 people die of bedsore-related complications each year. Others survive, but suffer serious systemic infections or even lose the affected limb. Too often, these…
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Georgia Motor Vehicle Insurance Overview
Georgia is a “fault” state, meaning that the driver who is typically responsible for an automobile accident is liable for all damages and injuries. You probably know that the state of Georgia requires certain minimum coverage. But, if you’re like most Georgians, you may not fully understand how automobile insurance works in the state and…
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Are You a Dangerous Driver?
You probably think not. But, statistics say you may be wrong–even if you’re aware of and disapproving of those same risky behaviors in others on the road. According to the most recent Traffic Safety Culture Index from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety (AAA), most drivers have strong views about the danger of activities like…
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Georgia 9th Most Dangerous State for Pedestrians
According to the 2021 Dangerous By Design report from Smart Growth America (SGA), Georgia is the 9th most dangerous state in the nation for pedestrians. Many of our closest neighbors are faring even worse. In fact, nine of the 10 most dangerous states are in the south, with Florida and Alabama claiming the top two…
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What if I’m Partly Responsible for My Car Accident?
When you’re injured in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation from the responsible party. For people who have suffered serious injuries, that compensation may be critical to covering medical expenses, replacing lost income, and securing the assistance and supplies necessary to rebuild. But, shared responsibility is more common than you may think…
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Can I Sue My Employer for an Atlanta Work Injury?
You may assume that if your employer is negligent and you’re injured as a result, you can file a personal injury suit against the company. It’s a logical assumption. After all, if you’re grocery shopping and slip on a floor that hasn’t been properly cleaned after a spill, you can pursue a personal injury case,…
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