Year: 2024
In Georgia, the motorist who rear-ends another vehicle is presumed to be at fault for the wreck. However, this isn’t always the case. Understanding how to determine fault after a crash is crucial for anyone with rear-end accident injuries. At Sherrod & Bernard, P.C., we have extensive experience…
Both pedestrians and drivers have responsibilities under Georgia law. Drivers must stop and allow pedestrians who are on or approaching their side of the street to cross. Pedestrians have a responsibility to watch for approaching vehicles. It’s essential for all pedestrians and drivers to understand their rights and…
The actions you take after a car accident can significantly affect your ability to pursue compensation for any injuries, lost income, property damage, and other losses you may have incurred. Making mistakes during the car accident claim process can prove costly. Here are eight mistakes to avoid when…
If you’re involved in a car accident in Georgia, you’ll need to report the accident to your insurance company if you want to file a claim under your policy for injuries and damage to your vehicle. This is true even if the accident wasn’t your fault. However, it’s…
If you were in a car accident in Georgia, you might wonder what the average settlement is for a case like yours. However, there is no such thing as an “average” settlement. The value of a car accident case will vary depending on several factors, such as the severity…
Car accidents in Douglasville can leave victims with a wide range of injuries. Some injuries, like cuts or broken bones, are apparent right away. But others may take time to become evident. Several hours or days may pass before the crash victim realizes that he or she has been…
A serious rear-end car accident can have a serious impact on your life. Georgia rear-end accidents can cause severe injuries, requiring costly long-term medical care. Victims often suffer emotional trauma from these rear-end collisions, as well. If you have been injured in a rear-ender that was the fault…
Lawyers frequently use video footage to prove the facts of personal injury cases in Georgia. If the footage clearly shows that someone else’s negligence led to your injury, it can make your case stronger. However, a video showing you were partly responsible for what happened might reduce the…
You can always refuse the insurance company’s offer after a Georgia accident. If you find the settlement amount too low, you have every right to say no. Insurance companies often start with a low offer, hoping you’ll accept it quickly out of desperation. But remember, once you agree…
When two vehicles moving alongside each other collide, the wreck is known as a sideswipe accident if at least one of the cars is struck along its side. Sideswipe accidents occur as a driver tries to change lanes or a vehicle drifts out of its lane into an…