Category: Auto Accident
If you were hurt in a Georgia car accident involving a teenage driver, you probably have questions about how teen driver liability works and who will pay for your injuries. A car accident lawyer at Sherrod & Bernard, P.C., can investigate what happened and deal with the legal…
What happens when you get injured in a car accident in Georgia, get a copy of the police crash report, and realize that it’s wrong? To fix the report, you must gather evidence that proves the report is wrong, call the responding officer who wrote it, and ask…
Sometimes, car accidents in Georgia happen when (victim/not at- fault – something to show this isn’t for at-fault driveres) drivers aren’t wearing seatbelts. These injured drivers have the same question: Can I still recover money for my injuries? In most cases, the answer is yes. Still, drivers may…
Typically, the victim of a car accident in Georgia may file a claim against the driver who caused the crash. However, under the sudden emergency doctrine, the driver may have a defense if they caused the crash while reasonably responding to an emergency they did not create. An…
Every Georgia driver has a responsibility as a reasonable person to avoid causing an accident. A driver who fails to uphold this responsibility is considered negligent. However, if their carelessness is unreasonably excessive and shows a conscious disregard for others’ safety, their action is regarded as reckless behavior….
Georgia’s unpredictable weather frequently contributes to car accidents. Whether a sudden torrential downpour or dense morning fog reduces visibility, or slippery roads cause a vehicle to lose control and spin out, these conditions can increase the risk of a crash and complicate liability. However, while weather conditions might…
Police reports play a pivotal role in Georgia car accident claims. They provide official documentation of the crash, including key details such as the date, time, and location. They may also have statements from involved parties, witness information, a diagram of the accident scene, and an initial assessment…
In Georgia, every personal injury claim involving a herniated disc from a car accident is unique. The specific details of the case determine the settlement’s value. So, there is no “average” settlement. Determining the value of a herniated disc settlement requires understanding the factors that impact compensation, the…
Back pain and similar symptoms are common after a collision. While you should see a medical doctor first, seeing a chiropractor after a Georgia car accident might help you deal with lingering back or neck pain. However, make sure your chiropractor has the proper license before seeking treatment….
While some people may think of whiplash as a simple soft-tissue injury that causes mild pain and stiffness in the neck, it can manifest as severe and chronic pain, persistent headaches, and numbness permeating down your arms and back. Whiplash can make it difficult to work, enjoy hobbies,…