Parking lot accidents will often be less severe than the rest of the car accidents because the vehicles are moving slowly. While this is good news, you still need to identify who is liable before filing a claim. It is usually the most challenging because cars are moving in every direction, and anyone can be at fault.
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A car accident lawsuit always involves two sides. The plaintiff suffers injuries due to the negligence of the defendant. As a plaintiff, you have the burden of proof to show that the other party failed to observe their duty of care towards other road users. What if you are on the other side of the case? What happens when you are sued for a personal injury car accident?
Consult an experienced Atlanta car accident attorney to protect your rights. Rememb...
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Car accident injuries are often severe because of the high impact. If you are lucky, you will get out unhurt or suffer minor injuries. If you are not, you could suffer permanent injuries that will affect you for the rest of your life. In either case, you should file a claim to receive compensation for economic and non-economic damages.
Some personal injury cases will be negotiated and paid outside court if the plaintiff and the defendant reach an agreement. However, insurance adjusters will try and trick you into signing off for a lower amount than what you deserve if you are not careful.
To protect yourself in such instances, work with an experienced personal injury attorney for advice and representation. Discuss your case today with an ...
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If you win a personal injury case, you are eligible for compensation of economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages include medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. On the other hand, non-economic damage involves pain and suffering that results from the accident.
However, can you claim the non-injury pain and suffering compensation in every car accident? What are the general guidelines when filing for these damages? Work with an...
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Whiplash is a relatively common injury that has been mistreated or ignored because of a lack of understanding of the condition. In most cases, whiplash can be the result of a rear-end impact while in a stationary position. Failure to create awareness and properly treat patients with whiplash can result in chronic psychological symptoms, including anxiety, depression, and more.
If you or a loved one has suffered whiplash after a car accident, conta...
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Motorcycles account for more than a third of all traffic-related fatalities, despite accounting for just 3% of all registered vehicles on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 5,000 motorcycle deaths and 100,000 motorcycle accidents occur each year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Additionally, motorcycle riders are 27 times more ...
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The summer months and nice weather bring an influx of visitors to Georgia, which means more drivers on city roads. During these months, more passenger vehicles are expected to tow a variety of trailers, including boat trailers, camper trailers, horse trailers, and “toy” trailers towing four-wheelers and dirt bikes. Drivers who are inexperienced with towing a trailer can cause serious car accidents, especially if they engage in reckless or negligent behavior while behind the wheel.
...Recent statistics revealed that about 11% of deaths in the United States involved semi-trucks. Almost all of the casualties in semi-truck and car accidents are in passenger vehicles, making it evident that these injuries can be severe.
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Motor vehicle accidents have become more common in recent years than ever before. Statistics from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety in the state of Georgia revealed that there were 385,221 crashes in 2015; one-thousand-four-hundred-and-thirty of these were fatal. Therefore, it is evident that car accidents have now become a public health issue. You are entitled to receive compensation if y...
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