If the other driver’s insurer asks you for a statement after the accident, remember that you are not required to provide them with one. It is best to let a skilled attorney handle further communications if they want a statement. When speaking to insurance companies, many car accident victims accidentally…
If you have suffered injuries in a car accident, you may have the right to sue the at-fault driver for the full extent of your financial and personal losses – even if those losses total more than the driver’s auto insurance policy limit. However, filing a lawsuit can be challenging. An…
According to Georgia law, U-turns are legal on most roads unless: Reduced visibility makes them dangerous, such as on a curve or the crest of a hill The maneuver would cause a traffic interruption or crash A U-turn sign expressly prohibits them The legality of U-turns is a confusing subject…
Georgia law requires you to report any car accident resulting in death, injuries, or at least $500 in property damage. Failure to do so is punishable by jail time, fines, or license suspension. It may also lead to a hit-and-run lawsuit. If the other party was at fault, you may…
Most accident victims in Georgia have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit against a negligent party that harmed them. That’s because Georgia’s statute of limitations sets a two-year deadline for most personal injury cases. However, every case is unique, so you should consult a personal injury attorney to…
Do this if you were in a hit-and-run crash in Georgia: Stop immediately. Call law enforcement and emergency services. While you wait for help to arrive, make notes about anything that could help police find the other vehicle and driver involved. Seek immediate medical treatment for any injuries you suffered…
Our client, Mr. Colvin, was brutally attacked by a third party while he was an invitee at Metro Family Fun Center. He filed a complaint against the company because it was aware of previous criminal activity on its premises. However, the company failed to warn him of the danger of…
If you were hurt in a car crash in Georgia, O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 gives you two years to file a car accident claim against the at-fault driver. If you only suffered property damage, O.C.G.A. § 9-3-32 gives you four years to file your claim. The experienced team at Kevin A. Adamson, P.C. has…
Rear-end accidents typically occur when a driver tailgates or the vehicle in front stops suddenly. In most rear-end collisions, the driver behind is usually at fault. Georgia law prohibits drivers from following other vehicles too closely. Without enough stopping distance, the rear driver may not have time to brake to…
The hands-free law means a driver’s phone can’t be in their hand or touch any part of their body while talking on the phone. Although hands-free technology allows voice-to-text and other convenient commands, drivers aren’t allowed to physically read, send, or write texts or emails while driving. What Is the…