There are few occurrences in life that can cause apprehension like an auto accident. They shake everyone up even when they are not seriously injured, and they are watershed moment's in the life of the victims. For many motorists, it is actually the end, as fatalities...
Car Accidents
How do car accident victims deal with insurance companies?
An auto accident could inflict severe injuries on those involved. Even individuals who walk away with minor injuries might find their vehicle totaled. Seeking an insurance settlement, be it through a liability claim or an uninsured motorist claim, could may the...
Could pedestrians file uninsured motorist claims?
Pedestrians might suffer massive injuries after an accident involving a motor vehicle. Even a so-called "minor injury" could leave someone with significant emergency room bills. Auto liability insurance provides accident victims with a way to recover financial losses...
Why are pedestrian fatalities on the rise in the U.S.?
Whether you walk out of necessity or for pure enjoyment, you should take steps to protect yourself on foot. After all, in 2018, pedestrian fatalities reached a 28-year high in the U.S. That year, more than 6,000 walkers, joggers and runners lost their lives in...
Debunking common myths about car accident claims
Many Georgia residents who receive minor to moderate injuries in an auto accident do not pursue financial damages for their physical suffering. While most understand they could be eligible for insurance payments, they do not do so due to certain myths associated with...
Car crashes increase during “100 Deadliest Days”
The summer months have long been deadly for teen drivers. However, research shows that they are also dangerous for the rest of Georgia and the nation’s population. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day has become such a dangerous time to be out on the road...
Is signing a blanket medical authorization a mistake?
Even seemingly minor car accidents can cause serious injuries. In fact, the Association for Safe International Road Travel reports 4.4 million Americans require medical care after motor vehicle crashes every single year. Consequently, it is generally a good idea to go...
Anticipating the cost of your SCI
The last thing you want to do after a car accident is guess at what everything costs. In a minor collision, you may have cosmetic or body damage to your vehicle — maybe whiplash to take care of in the weeks to come. But when a serious accident permanently threatens...
What can you do about vehicle fires?
If you suffered a car fire, you are not alone. According to State Farm, over 181,500 drivers had highway vehicle fires. A motor vehicle accident has enough risk without the addition of a car fire. Car fires can turn into a deadly tragedy under the worst circumstances....
The cold, logical reason behind acrimonious injury lawsuits
Imagine this situation: Somebody slams into your car at an intersection and then files a lawsuit against you. Maybe you had pulled out slightly past the stop sign, but you were not doing anything extremely dangerous. You end up paying for some of that driver's medical...