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Key Points Table of Contents If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, dealing with the aftermath can place a tremendous physical, emotional, and financial burden on your entire family. When the accident was caused by a drunk or impaired driver, your stress and frustration is only exacerbated by knowing […]
Key Points: Table of Contents Do We Have Numbers on Hit-and-Run Truck Accidents? Unfortunately, there’s not a ton of data specifically on hit-and-run accidents involving trucks that’s widely available. But places like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety do offer stats on hit-and-runs in general and truck […]
Timelines vary for each car accident settlement. This article explains the time frames involved in receiving payments after a collision. Key Points: Table of Contents Receiving compensation after an accident is crucial—it alleviates the stress and financial burden that inevitably accompanies such incidents, which can be costly and have a significant impact on your financial […]
Key Points: Table of Contents In trucking accidents or other commercial vehicle wrecks, a central issue is not only who caused a collision or injury, but how much insurance is available and what the insurance policies will cover. In the State of Georgia, insurance on commercial vehicles is set at specific amounts, often based on […]
After a car accident, the walk to the mailbox can make your stomach turn. Every day, you might find more bills—unwanted reminders of an accident that wasn’t your fault. Like many people, you probably hold off on paying these bills, hoping the settlement from the accident will come through soon. But then the delays start […]
Key Points: In Georgia each truck accident settlement varies greatly. There is no standard amount because every case is unique, depending on the specific details and consequences. Table of Contents What is the Average Settlement Value of a Truck Accident Settlement? Discussing “averages” in truck accident settlements can be misleading if you’re trying to identify […]
Key Points: Table of Contents The value of a legal claim for a motorcycle accident is influenced by multiple factors, including the severity of the damage, how much fault is assigned to each person involved, available insurance coverage, the negotiating skills of your lawyer, and the evidence you have of costs and fault. Because of […]
Key Points: If you have been hurt in a car accident, you may feel stressed and overwhelmed by the financial toll on you and your loved ones. When you are injured through no fault of your own, it is reasonable to expect the person who caused the accident to pay the costs. After all, why […]
Key Points: Table of Contents If an accident is caused by a drunk driver, victims may be eligible for increased compensation, which are often punitive damages, due to the accident being a form of gross negligence. However, what constitutes a drunk driving accident raises questions. Does the presence of any alcohol level qualify, or is […]
Key Points: Table of Contents In many Atlanta or Georgia truck accident cases, you can sue the trucking insurance company directly in what is known as a direct action. This means that—unlike in Georgia car accident cases – the insurance company can be a defendant in your case. In court, this can be a significant […]
