Year: 2016

When you are injured in an auto accident caused by a negligent driver, one of your biggest challenges could be getting paid the compensation you deserve even when the driver’s insurance company admits liability for your injuries. This is because the insurance company only has to pay out the limits of the driver’s policy limits. […]

Despite all the public safety campaigns to stop it, distracted driving continues to be a huge problem on Atlanta’s congested streets and highways. This is especially dangerous when a driver hits a motorcycle. The motorcycle rider has no protection other than his clothes and helmet. As a result, many victims suffer needless catastrophic injuries or […]

Construction zones are a common sight on our Atlanta area roads and highways. While road construction is much needed to improve the quality of our roadways, it can be a dangerous place for construction workers and passenger vehicle occupants who must share these tight spaces with huge 80,000 pound trucks. The slow speed and bottlenecks […]

To obtain the compensation you deserve after a car accident, you must prove the other driver’s fault in causing the crash, what injuries you suffered, and the amount of compensation you are entitled to. Each person’s claim is different as are the disputes. In some cases, the issue is who was at fault in causing […]

Most people understand the importance of maintaining the brakes on their vehicles and not driving their vehicles if the brakes are not working right. That’s just common sense. It would seem a no-brainer to expect truckers and trucking companies to take these practical rules more seriously given the catastrophic injuries or fatalities that can result […]

Let’s face it; any accident involving an 80,000-pound truck is scary. Unfortunately, these accidents can injure many motorists—causing catastrophic injuries and even death. However, if you are a victim of one of these horrific accidents you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering from the trucker, trucking […]

One of the most heartbreaking types of accident is a backover pedestrian accident where a vehicle hits a pedestrian when backing up. These collisions frequently occur in driveways or parking lots, resulting in the pedestrian victims suffering horrific injuries or death. Even worse, the majority of these tragedies can be prevented if drivers would take […]

Rear-end motorcycle collisions are more severe than passenger vehicle rear-end collisions because of the differences between motorcycle and car accidents. This is due to the smaller size and lighter weight of the motorcycle and the fact that there is absolutely no protection between the rider and the vehicle hitting him and the hard pavement except […]

Devastating injuries, deaths, and property damage can all be the consequences when a trucker causes a deadly rollover accident. While they may not be as common as other types of crashes, the results can be more horrific. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), 3,424 people were killed and 82,000 people injured in […]

If you or a family member suffered serious injuries in a car crash, the thought of your right to compensation from the negligent driver may be far down your list of priorities. However, after getting the medical attention you need, taking steps to protect your claim should take center stage. The last thing you want […]