Georgia Car Accident Blog

In Georgia, police officers must complete a crash report whenever a motor vehicle accident has caused at least $500 in property damage or any bodily injury, including death, to at least one person. Any driver involved in the accident may also request that a crash report be completed. This report, known as the Georgia Uniform…

Automobile accidents happen unexpectedly. In many cases, you literally don’t know what hit you. While you can’t turn back the clock to prevent the accident, you can gather information about your status and condition prior to the accident. Certain records and documents can help you after you have been injured in a crash caused by…

In the aftermath of a car accident, it is common to feel overwhelmed or in a state of shock. This is especially true if you or a loved one has suffered injuries in the collision. Nevertheless, it is important to know what steps to take after you have been in an accident. An important part…

Georgia police and state troopers use a two-sided form impressively called the “Georgia Uniform Motor Vehicle Accident Report” when they document motor vehicle accidents. This is the document insurance companies want when they ask for the “accident report” or “police report.” The accident report can be hard to read, but it contains a detailed description…

Nobody wants to be in a car accident, but some accidents cannot be avoided. There is no way to make other people drive better, and sometimes you must drive in bad weather or on dangerous roads. Even so, you can do some things that will keep you and your passengers safer and avoid at least…

When you discuss your accident with the insurance company or your attorney, you may hear the phrase “comparative fault” or “comparative negligence.” These are legal terms used to describe how insurers decide who is responsible for an accident, who should be compensated for their injuries, and how much they should receive. What does it mean…

A hit-and-run accident is shocking and unexpected. You probably never thought someone would hit you with their car and drive away without checking to see if you’re injured. You might wonder how to handle the situation and whether you’ll ever locate the careless driver. You should call the police to report the accident and seek…

With the end of the year drawing closer, gatherings become more frequent, and more people travel to be with their loved ones. As the holiday season approaches, the roads become busier, making heavy traffic and automobile accidents more of a risk to those traveling. If you or someone you love has been injured in a…

Every year tourists take to the road from September through November to view brilliantly hued autumn leaves and to attend fall festivals. But along with the comfortable fall temperatures and colorful leaves, several potential driving risks arrive as well. Ironically, those fallen leaves can create driving nightmares. Leaves are slippery when wet and can also hide…

If you’ve ever taken a ride on I-520, Rte. 4, or Rte. 25, then you know just how busy and hectic these roads can get. Unfortunately, many accidents occur each year on these highways and other frequently-traveled roads in Augusta, and a majority of the victims experience head injuries as a result. What You Need…