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Georgia’s roads and highways have an extensive traffic camera network that allows officials to monitor traffic in real time. The state also provides these camera feeds to the public through the Georgia Department of Transportation website so motorists can plan their travel. However, car accident victims cannot request…
Most Georgia car accident claims for bodily injury or property damage are settled via negotiations with the at-fault driver’s auto insurance company. However, the liable party becomes personally responsible for paying for any accident-related losses their policy does not cover. Securing full compensation can be challenging when your…
If you were in an accident caused by an uninsured driver in Georgia and have uninsured motorist coverage on your auto insurance policy, you can file a claim with your insurance provider to cover your losses. Uninsured motorist claims are a crucial safety net for Georgia residents struck…
Identifying who caused a collision is vital for recovering compensation after a Georgia car accident. To determine fault, the drivers’ insurance companies will review the evidence to see which driver acted negligently. The negligent driver and their insurer must cover the other driver’s losses. The Georgia car accident…
Speed can play a significant role in determining liability in a Georgia car accident case. If the evidence shows that a driver was speeding, they may be at fault. Even if other factors contributed to the collision, speeding increases the likelihood that a driver will face liability. However,…
Without clear rules on merging, turning, or entering intersections, there would be chaos on Georgia roads. Yielding the right-of-way means letting another vehicle enter an intersection, turn, or merge into traffic before you proceed. However, don’t forget that right-of-way laws also apply to pedestrians and cyclists. What Is Georgia’s Law…
Hit-and-run is a crime in Georgia. If nobody is seriously injured, leaving the scene of a car accident is a misdemeanor. However, if someone is seriously hurt or killed in the collision, a hit-and-run becomes a felony. You may pursue compensation from the at-fault driver after a hit-and-run…
Georgia’s right of way laws specify when a road user has the right to enter an intersection, make a turn, change lanes, or otherwise move through traffic. A driver who violates these laws and causes a collision can be held liable for the consequences. If you’ve been involved…
No, Georgia is not a “no-fault” state. Georgia is a tort or “at-fault” state for auto insurance. This means drivers are financially responsible for the effects of any accidents they cause, and victims can seek compensation from the at-fault driver’s liability insurer. This liability insurance should pay car…
Many road users become confused about what to do when traffic lights are malfunctioning – a confusion that can lead to dangerous accidents. According to the Georgia Department of Driver Services, in the event that a traffic light has gone out entirely and an officer is not directing…