Rideshare electric scooters have become a regular part of life in many US cities and Atlanta isno exception. Although these scooters provide a convenient and affordable way to get around ina bustling city center, they also present opportunities for accidents and injuries. Due to the‘rideshare’ nature of these scooters, accidents, and injuries while using them may result incomplex liability issues.…
What to Do After a Multi-Car Wreck? Accidents involving two cars are traumatic enough, but when you’re involved in a multi-carwreck, the stress and injuries become even worse. It’s often fairly simple to determine who is atfault after a typical two-car accident, so if you’re injured, you have a good idea who must pay fordamages and medical expenses. With accidents…
People fear reporting a car accident to their auto insurance companies for a number of reasons. One of the most common reasons is they know that car insurance rates often increase after a claim. Georgia law requires drivers to file a police report for any accident involving injury, death, or damages exceeding $500. If it’s serious enough to report to…
Technically speaking, even the typical two car accident counts as a multiple car collision, but when most people think of a multi-car wreck, they imagine three or more vehicles are involved. Commonly called a pileup, multi-car collisions occur when numerous vehicles collide with a sort of chain reaction event. These accidents can often result in much more severe injuries than…
Victim of Assault and Battery: What are your personal injury rights? If you’re a victim of assault and battery, you have the right to sue your attackers and/or those that were responsible for your safety for financial compensation. Assault and Battery Attorney, Kathryn Burmeister says it’s not necessary that the perpetrators first be convicted in a criminal trial. As long…
Boating Accidents and Liability: Who Is at Fault? Boating accidents can seriously injure those involved and even result in death of one or more parties. To determine who is liable for the accident, you’ll need an experienced boat accident attorney because one of any of the following could be responsible: boat driver, boat manufacturer, boat rental company, or even a…
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Summer is fast approaching and about 60% of Americans plan a vacation that’s at least 100 miles from home during the warm and sunny months. Whether you go road-tripping in your own car, or fly to your destination and rent a vehicle, it’s important to know what to do if you get in a wreck far from home. According…
When Is a Homeowner’s Association Liable for Swimming Pool Accidents? Many neighborhoods have a community swimming pool for residents, which is maintained by the homeowner’s association (HOA). Swimming pools provide a fun place for neighbors to gather for summer relaxation, exercise, and water games. But there’s a dangerous side to pools as well. According to the Center for Disease Control,…
