Once the sun goes down, pedestrians and other vehicles without lights become much harder to see. Depending on road conditions, they may disappear until it’s far too late to stop. That’s what appears to have happened in a recent fatality. 11 Alive reported on the case. Clayton County police confirmed that a man was struck …
Mechanical Failure Causes Overnight Accident In Northwest Atlanta
You probably know that there is a minimum speed limit on interstates around Atlanta. It’s not a problem if everyone is stuck in traffic, but when you’re the only one going below the limit, you put yourself and others in danger by breaking the speed expectations. Even if the cause is not your fault, the …
Teenager Rescued From Car Fire In Floyd County
Car fires are rare, but when they happen swift action is necessary to save the lives of the passengers. A quick-thinking officer and a Good Samaritan saved the life of a teenager in Floyd County after a car fire. 11 Alive reported on the situation. The crash happened on Highway 53 in Shannon, GA in …
Making An Injury Claim For Pain And Suffering After An Accident In Atlanta
If you’ve been injured in an accident in Atlanta because of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. Those costs include medical expenses, vehicle repairs, and lost wages, but you also have the right to make a claim for pain and suffering. Making an injury claim for pain and suffering …
Making An Injury Claim For Mental Anguish After An Accident In Atlanta
Physical injuries and vehicle damage are common consequences of car accidents in Atlanta. Both are often huge factors in a car accident claim—but emotions play a role too. Many car accident victims don’t realize it’s possible to seek compensation for emotional damages along with physical injuries. It depends on the details of the accident and …
Making An Injury Claim For Whiplash After An Accident In Atlanta
Whiplash is a neck and back injury that is common after car accidents in Atlanta. Whiplash can have a variety of symptoms, ranging from headaches and neck pain to memory problems or depression. If you have whiplash because of an accident that someone else caused, you may be able to make an injury claim for …
Making An Injury Claim For Soft Tissue Damage After An Accident In Atlanta
Soft tissue injuries are common consequences of car accidents in Atlanta. When your body’s soft tissues are damaged, it can cause a lot of pain that doesn’t always show up on x-rays or MRIs. Insurance companies often doubt or discount these types of injuries, but they can cause serious, long-term complications for any victim. If …
What to Know About Suing for Pain and Suffering After Car Accident
Pain and suffering refers to the physical and mental damages you experience after a car accident or other personal injury accident. You can sue for pain and suffering if there is also a physical injury present. And there are several features of pain and suffering damages that set them apart from other common damages claimed …
Common Types of Leg Injuries From Car Accidents
You can suffer a number of injuries in a car accident. From whiplash and concussions to lifelong paralysis, the aftermath can be painful and costly. Although the lower half of your body is more concealed when you’re driving a vehicle, it’s just as susceptible to injury—and the recovery can be just as difficult, if not …
Tingling in Hands After Car Accident: Your Legal Options
Not every injury or damage that you experience after a car accident can be seen. Instead, soft tissue injuries and nerve damage may end up being some of the most debilitating injuries you experience, even though they are harder to spot and diagnose accurately. Tingling in your hands or anywhere else is often the result …