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What to Expect Physically After a Car Accident
If you are one of the millions of people hurt in a traffic accident this year, you should understand what to expect physically so you know when to seek medical help and how to demand financial compensation from the at-fault driver. To learn more, contact Brauns Law Accident Injury Lawyers, PC for a free consultation. […]
Holidays and Georgia Accident Statistics
If you’re planning to hit the road this holiday season, be prepared for plenty of traffic, bad drivers, and wintertime hazards. Many Americans travel this time of year to celebrate with loved ones. Unfortunately, more drivers on the roads can lead to an uptick in car accidents – especially when the weather gets nasty. Holiday […]
What to Do If You’ve Been Rear-Ended
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 […]
What Is the Average Settlement for a Drunk Driving Accident in Georgia?
If a drunk driver hurt you, you probably want to know how much money you are owed for your injuries and other losses. After all, you’re likely facing serious expenses and need help making ends meet during this difficult time. No two drunk driving accident cases are alike. That makes it difficult to calculate the […]
Understanding Georgia’s Pain and Suffering Laws
In Georgia, those hurt by others can seek compensation for medical expenses, lost earnings, and other losses they suffered as a result – including something called “pain and suffering.” But what exactly is pain and suffering, and how is it quantified? What Is “Pain and Suffering?” Georgia courts acknowledge that injuries have more than just […]
Georgia’s Good Samaritan Law FAQs
Doing the right thing can be hard. It’s always easier to turn your head and look the other way when someone else is in trouble. It takes courage and selflessness to lend a helping hand instead. In the spirit of promoting the kindness and altruism that all societies need, many states have enacted “Good Sarmatian” […]
Common 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 […]
What to Know About Lawsuits Against Drunk Drivers
After an auto accident, you might step out of your vehicle to speak to the other driver, only to notice that they appear intoxicated. If the drunk driver was to blame for the accident, they could owe you compensation for personal injuries, vehicle damage, medical bills, and more. But how does their intoxication affect the […]
How Much Does a Car Accident Lawyer Charge?
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you could be owed compensation for the harm you suffered as a result. A lawyer can help you pursue this compensation, but if you’ve never worked with a personal injury attorney before, you might not know how much hiring one costs. This could […]
How to Prove Negligent Hiring, Supervising, and Entrusting of a Truck Driver
In many truck accident claims, a trucking company can be held liable if a truck driver’s negligence caused the crash under the legal theory of employer liability or “respondeat superior.” In plain English, employers can be held liable for the negligence committed by their employees in the course and scope of an employee’s job duties. […]
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