Auto Accident Blog

For Going the Speed Limit In This Issue: Georgia’s ‘Slowpoke’ Law Just because something has been a law for a while doesn’t necessarily mean it’s very well-known or widely followed. Such is the case for Georgia’s “slowpoke” law, which lets the police ticket you for going the speed limit, provided you’re doing a few other things as well. The Georgia Senate OK’d House Bill 459 — more commonly known as the ... Read More

Automobiles, Assembly Lines, and the Most Common PI Claim On Oct. 1, 1908, Henry Ford’s first ever Model T went on sale. Along with his automobiles, Ford is credited with pioneering the assembly line system at around this time, making the Model T the first truly mass-produced vehicle in the country. The time it took to build one decreased from 12 hours to 30 minutes, and the fact that Ford’s factories could make ... Read More

Will a New Law Make Your Next Car Cheaper? Theatre Thinking about buying a new car this year? Then you’re in luck! Thanks to a new Georgia law that went into effect on Jan. 1, 2020, you’ll be saving some money on that next big purchase. Get to Know Law SB 65 In 2019, Law SB 65, also known as “Title Ad Valorem Tax: Used Cars and Tax Rate,” was approved by the Georgia General Assembly. This new law amended the ... Read More

In a personal injury case, you may seek compensation from whoever caused or contributed to those losses if you have suffered injury, property damage, or any other type of loss as the complainant. The legal term for such compensation is "damages." There are several different types of compensatory damages, but they are broken down into general or special damages in general terms. Compensatory damages Punitive ... Read More

Can a Visit to the ER Hurt My Case? This is a question we get from many new clients who come into our office the day after a car accident. If you are bleeding badly, have suffered from broken bones, or were told by an EMT at the scene of your accident that you should visit the emergency room, then you should go immediately. However, if you walk away from an accident and start to experience pain the next day, going ... Read More

Your physical health is not the only thing affected by car accidents, your mental health can be affected as well. Most people only take care of their physical bodies after an accident and often ignore symptoms of mental and emotional injuries. It’s important to quickly identify psychological injuries after a car accident. Getting treatment is crucial for your mental health and well-being. During ... Read More

Car accidents have been occurring more and more over the years. If you have been in a car accident, know that you are not alone. We at GA Injury Advocates have compiled a list of eye-opening statistics on Georgia car accidents. Keep reading to learn more. Statistics On Georgia Car Accidents The following statistics come from the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Data Report. Number ... Read More

Any time you head out on the road, there are several hazards you need to watch out for in order to keep yourself and your passengers safe. Atlanta has been ranked as the most dangerous city for fatalities on I-75 and I-85 was ranked number 15 in the 25 deadliest highways in the USA, with an alarming average of 0.57 deaths per mile. Too many people who operate cars and large commercial vehicles such as trucks and ... Read More

Being involved in a car accident can be very frightening. Knowing what to do before an accident can help you ensure that you get all of the right information to help with your legal claim down the road. You can use the following tips and information as a roadmap for what you should be doing after an accident. Who Should You Call? It’s a good idea to make a few phone calls after you are involved in an accident. ... Read More

If you are ever in an accident, chances are you’ll be dealing with an adjuster. Once you file a claim, the first thing your insurance company typically does is investigate the claim. They do this by: Visiting the scene of the crash Taking photos of the scene and the damage Talking to their insured about what happened Getting a police report Discussing your injuries and damages with you or your ... Read More