Is Lane Splitting Legal in Georgia?

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motorcycle and car collision on a highway

Riding a motorcycle can be a great alternative to driving a car—they’re cheaper, require less gas, and are more nimble to maneuver. However, performing certain maneuvers on a motorcycle can also put the rider and other road users at risk. Motorcyclists must understand which maneuvers are and are not legal on the road, especially when […]

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What to Do If You’ve Been Rear-Ended

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two cars involved in a Georgia rear-ended accident

Rear-end collisions are among Georgia’s most common types of accidents. The Georgia Department of Transportation reports that of the nearly 400,000 crashes statewide in one recent year, about 36 percent were rear-end collisions. Unfortunately, they often cause their victims severe injuries and financial instability. Knowing what to do if you’ve been rear-ended can make a […]

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Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

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xray of different motorcycle accident injuries

People across Georgia ride motorcycles for many reasons: the feel of the wind in their faces, a greater sense of speed, lower fuel and maintenance costs, and an easier time navigating traffic and finding parking. However, riding a motorcycle also comes with risks. Motorcycle riders are directly exposed in a collision, which means they’re at […]

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How Your Motorcycle Helmet Use Might Affect Your Motorcycle Accident Claim

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someone riding a motorcycle through Georgia wearing a helmet

If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Georgia that someone else caused, you could be entitled to recover compensation for losses you suffered, including medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. But what if you weren’t wearing a helmet at the time of the accident? Helmet-use is often a point of contention […]

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Do Grass Clippings Cause Motorcycle Accidents?

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At first, it might sound ridiculous. How could something as ordinary as grass clippings possibly cause motorcycle accidents? However, anything that causes a motorcyclist to lose stability and grip on the roadway can be dangerous. When slippery materials such as thin layers of grass clippings come between motorcycle tires and the road, the loss of traction […]

Four Things to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

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After a motorcycle crash in Georgia, there are specific steps you can take to protect your rights. Knowing what to do can mean the difference between getting the money you need to pay your medical bills and rebuild your life or getting little to nothing for the harm you’ve suffered. Motorcycle accidents are some of […]

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How to Survive a Motorcycle Crash

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Blue motorcycle hit by a car in Duluth

The 10 Steps You Must Take Surviving motorcycle crashes often means anticipating driver negligence and taking recommended safety precautions. However, you can do everything right and still suffer from serious injuries following motorcycle accidents. Wearing helmets, obtaining quality medical care, and attending training courses can help riders survive sudden crashes, but these safeguards cannot protect […]

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How Long Can I Wait to Hire a Lawyer After a Motorcycle Accident?

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Person on a motorcycle riding on rural roads in Gwinnett County

Motorcycle accident victims should focus on their physical recoveries immediately after serious motorcycle crashes. However, many accident victims require long-term assistance following devastating motorcycle collisions and cannot return to work. Families often cook, clean, and care for injured loved ones in the weeks following the crash, but what happens after the dust settles? The longer […]

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Who Pays for Medical Bills in a Motorcycle Accident if I Was Hit by a Car?

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Blue motorcycle hit by a car in Duluth

The legal answer to the above question is that it depends on who is at fault for the motorcycle accident. If you do not properly identify negligent parties and prove liability, there is a chance that you may be responsible for some of the bills from your own pocket. This is why you need a […]

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What to Expect From a Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Brauns Law Accident Injury Lawyers, PC | | Motorcycle Accident
Person on a motorcycle riding on rural roads in Gwinnett County

It’s easy to see why people are attracted to motorcycles. Bikers feel a sense of freedom on the open road that you can’t feel when driving another vehicle. The ability to travel for miles in open air attracts millions of drivers every year to take to the open road on their bikes. However, the small […]

Person on a motorcycle riding on rural roads in Gwinnett County