Robert Hammers | October 11, 2024 | Car Accidents
As you probably expect, car accidents in Atlanta are more common than any other city in Georgia due to its size. However, some Georgia cities with the highest number of crashes may surprise you. Here are the counties and cities with the most car crashes in Georgia. Georgia Counties With The Most Fatal Accidents According […]
Robert Hammers | September 13, 2024 | Car Accidents
In 2021, nearly 400,000 car crashes occurred in Georgia. Only around 7,000 resulted in serious injuries, and a little less than 1,700 resulted in fatalities. Of course, to say “only” is an understatement, though. These accidents still account for the loss of hundreds of lives and an abundance of lives that are forever changed. Should […]
Robert Hammers | September 6, 2024 | Car Accidents
No law says you must have a police report to file a claim for a Mableton car accident. However, proving the legal elements required to win a claim can be more challenging without a police report. Furthermore, Georgia law requires drivers to report most car accidents to the police. Therefore, it is better to err […]
Robert Hammers | August 15, 2024 | Car Accidents
According to statistics, motor vehicle accidents result in thousands of injuries throughout Georgia every year. In 2022, the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety reported 8,937 serious injuries and an additional 1,818 fatalities on Georgia roadways. But keeping track of injury rates isn’t the only reason car accident reports are needed. You may need a copy […]
Robert Hammers | July 4, 2024 | Car Accidents
If you are seeking a car accident lawyer in Atlanta, be aware that you don’t have unlimited time to file a lawsuit. Georgia has an interest in seeing to it that people file their claims within a reasonable time. Consequently, the legislature has enacted a statute of limitations, with numerous exceptions that cover certain cases. […]
Robert Hammers | June 5, 2024 | Car Accidents
After some years of decline, The City in a Forest—Atlanta, Georgia—has reclaimed its status as home to more than half a million citizens. Its neighborhoods are filled with great local restaurants, and the real estate market is booming. Traffic, however, leaves quite a bit to be desired. After all, congested roads, occasional traffic jams, and even car […]
Robert Hammers | June 5, 2024 | Car Accidents
For the last several years, Fulton County (and Atlanta, by connection) has led the state of Georgia in traffic crash fatalities. Despite your best efforts to drive safely, you might find yourself on the receiving end of one of these incidents, suffering severe, life-altering injuries. Of course, in the moments following a car accident, you’ll […]
Robert Hammers | April 18, 2024 | Car Accidents
An Atlanta car accident lawyer becomes your ally in the chaos after a car crash. A lawyer’s main job is to advocate for your rights and obtain compensation for your losses. If you have been involved in a car accident, an Atlanta car accident lawyer can help you build your case. Car accident attorneys seek […]
Robert Hammers | April 18, 2024 | Car Accidents
If you’ve been involved in a minor car accident, you might wonder whether you need to hire an Atlanta car accident attorney. While not every case requires legal representation, it’s almost always at least worth your time to contact a lawyer for a free consultation and learn about your options. To clarify matters, however, let’s […]
Robert Hammers | May 20, 2020 | Car Accidents
You may already know the first steps to take after an auto accident in Atlanta, GA. But where do you find the information to start moving forward with a personal injury claim after the accident? All the information you’ll need is on the police report. In Georgia, every officer uses the same form to report a motor vehicle […]
