Category: Accidents
Holiday weekends are some of the most dangerous times to be on the roads. Unfortunately, Georgia’s 2022 Labor Day weekend was no different. State officials reported 14 car accident deaths and one fatal drowning over the weekend. With gas prices finally lowering, many Georgia residents took the opportunity to spend…
There is no better place to be than enjoying the water while boating in Georgia. Unfortunately, a day of fun and relaxation can quickly turn catastrophic when people act recklessly. Boating accidents can cause significant injuries and property damage, leaving victims struggling personally and financially. At Geiger Legal Group, LLC,…
When you recover compensation in a legal claim after an auto accident, you may discover that a portion of your financial recovery must be used to pay one or more parties who have placed a medical lien on your car accident case. A car accident lawyer can help you understand…
If you have been involved in a car accident, it is crucial to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Seeing a doctor or going to the hospital costs money, though. You might wonder whether you can or should use your own health insurance to cover the cost of treating…
Georgia is an at-fault state, giving you the right to file a claim after a car accident to pursue compensation for your injuries. However, car accident lawsuits are based on negligence, meaning the person who caused the crash must compensate the other driver for their injuries. Not every car accident…
Holidays are dangerous times to be on roads and waterways, with Memorial Day often one of the deadliest. The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) feared this year would be no different, warning drivers to be extra careful this Memorial Day weekend. Unfortunately, 20 lives were lost in accidents involving…
If you’re a passenger injured in a car accident, the aftermath of the collision can be a confusing and stressful time. You could be dealing with painful injuries, expensive medical bills, lost income from time off work, and emotional trauma. You likely bear no fault for the crash since you…
If you’ve driven in more rural parts of Georgia, you’ve likely encountered deer on or near the roadway at some point. However, you might not know what to do if you are unfortunate enough to hit one while driving. First and foremost, don’t panic if you hit a deer. Check…
Whiplash is a neck injury that frequently arises after car accidents, particularly rear-end collisions. Whiplash can range in severity from minor discomfort to debilitating pain. If you suffered whiplash due to what seems like a minor car accident, you could be entitled to compensation. Can You Get Whiplash from a…
Motor vehicle crashes claimed the lives of 15 people throughout the New Year’s weekend, according to an article in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Holiday accident statistics show that’s just one fatality less than the same time last year. The collisions happened throughout the state, especially in Cobb County. Most Common Causes…
