Punitive damages draw attention in Georgia injury cases, but the law limits when they’re available and how much a jury can award. The statute sets a high standard of proof and a cap that applies unless an exception fits. What Are Punitive Damages in Georgia? O.C.G.A. section 51-12-5.1 describes punitive damages as money meant to […]
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A fall on a city sidewalk or a crash caused by a road defect follows different rules than a claim against a private driver. Georgia requires written notice to a city before a lawsuit, and a separate deadline applies to claims against a county. We explain both so Douglasville residents can protect a claim before […]
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Whether an injured driver was wearing a seat belt can change a Georgia claim. The legislature rewrote the rule for civil cases in 2025, and the change affects how insurers and defense lawyers argue about fault. We explain what the statute says now so Douglasville drivers know what to expect. Georgia Requires Belts for Front-Seat […]
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Georgia gives motorcycle riders specific rights on the road and a few specific limits. Insurers can raise those rules when a rider is hurt, so the details of lane position and lighting can shape a claim. The answers below apply that statute to the questions Stonecrest riders raise after a crash. What Does Georgia Law […]
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One of the most dangerous parts of a school bus ride can happen before a child ever takes a seat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says children face greater risk while approaching or leaving a school bus than while riding inside it. That puts a lot of responsibility on the adults around the […]
Read More Halloween changes a neighborhood’s rhythm. Children move from house to house, families cross residential streets, and adults head to parties, restaurants, and community events after dark. Drivers should expect more people near sidewalks, intersections, driveways, and places where they may not normally see much foot traffic. One careless decision behind the wheel can turn that […]
Read More A delivery driver may be behind the wheel of a company truck, a branded van, or an ordinary personal car. That can make figuring out who is responsible after a crash more complicated than simply exchanging insurance information at the scene. The driver may have caused the collision, but the investigation shouldn’t stop there. Depending […]
Read More When a child comes home from daycare with a serious bruise, broken bone, head injury, or another unexplained condition, parents want to know what happened. If the facility uses cameras, one question usually follows: Can I see the video? Parents can ask a daycare to preserve or share surveillance footage. Georgia’s child care licensing rules, […]
Read More Finding out the person who caused your crash has no auto insurance can feel like hitting another wall. You may already be dealing with medical bills, vehicle damage, missed work, and calls from insurance adjusters. Then you learn there may be no active liability policy available to pay for what happened. That does not necessarily […]
Read More A pedestrian crash after dark can quickly turn into a visibility dispute. The driver may say they never saw the person crossing, while the injured pedestrian remembers headlights, a turn, a crosswalk signal, or a vehicle that didn’t slow down. Poor lighting does not automatically excuse someone behind the wheel, nor does darkness alone establish […]
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Tractor Trailer Settlement
Our client was crossing one of the busier intersections in Atlanta when a negligent truck driver struck them unexpectedly, suffering a broken hand and leg fracture. We secured a seven-figure settlement for our client’s pain and suffering.
$550,000
Car Accident
Client was driving when their vehicle was overturned by a truck, leaving the client with broken ribs. After hard litigation, our firm won over a half-million dollar settlement for our client’s medical bills and suffering.
$300,000
Commercial Truck Accident
Our client was driving in Atlanta when a commercial truck struck them. The truck driver’s negligence resulted in a left shoulder injury. Following a brief round of negotiations, we were able to settle on a six-figure settlement for our client’s injuries.
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