Car Accident
Can a Drunk Pedestrian File an Injury Claim?
Intoxicated pedestrians can file personal injury claims in both Georgia and South Carolina under modified comparative fault rules. Georgia allows…
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Car Accident
Are Personal Injury Settlements Tax-Free?
Most personal injury settlements are tax-free under IRC § 104(a)(2), including compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and property…
Car Accident
Why Fault Is Complicated in Multi-Vehicle Crashes in Georgia and South Carolina
Multi-vehicle crashes in Georgia and South Carolina involve complex fault allocation under modified comparative fault rules—Georgia bars recovery at 50%…
What Are Excessive Speeding Laws?
Georgia's Super Speeder Law (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-189(b)) imposes an additional $200 surcharge on drivers convicted of 75+ mph on two-lane…
Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Injury in Georgia and South Carolina
After a slip and fall, immediately report the incident, document the scene with photos, gather witness information, preserve your clothing…
Truck Accident
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Truck Accident in Georgia and South Carolina?
Truck accident liability can extend to the driver, trucking company, cargo loader, maintenance provider, and vehicle manufacturer. Federal FMCSA regulations…
Can You Recover Damages With a Pre-Existing Injury in Georgia or South Carolina?
You can recover damages even with a pre-existing injury under the eggshell plaintiff doctrine, which requires defendants to take plaintiffs…
Four Elements of a Medical Malpractice Claim
Medical malpractice claims in Georgia and South Carolina require proving a provider breached the standard of care, causing injury. Georgia…
Safe Driving Tips for Sharing the Road with Large Trucks in Georgia and South Carolina
Large trucks have massive blind spots on all four sides and need over 500 feet to stop at highway speeds.…
Informed Consent in Georgia and South Carolina: What Patients Need to Know
Informed consent requires doctors to disclose risks, benefits, and alternatives before treatment. Georgia applies a physician-centered standard with a rebuttable…