If you ride a motorcycle in Georgia, it is important to be aware of the laws that apply to you. The state requires its motorcyclists to adhere to multiple requirements, including regulations on insurance, licensing, and protective gear. Failure to comply with Georgia’s motorcycle laws could not only lead to tickets and fines—any violation...
Georgia is a fault accident state, which means that drivers must pay for the damages of any victims in car accidents they cause. To uphold this financial responsibility, Georgia law requires drivers to carry minimum amounts of liability insurance. Unfortunately, not all drivers carry this mandatory coverage. If you are in an accident with...
After a car accident, you may wonder if you need to report the collision to your insurance company. Accidents on your record could increase your monthly premiums, leading to financial hardships for many people. In addition, Georgia law mandates drivers to report certain accidents to the police—and if the accident is serious enough for...
After a car accident, drivers have a duty to stop, see if the occupants of the other vehicle need medical attention, and exchange contact and insurance information. Unfortunately, not all drivers uphold this duty of care. Some drivers flee the scene of an accident in order to avoid liability—committing a crime known as a...
Georgia is a fault insurance state. Under this system, drivers whose negligent actions cause accidents must pay for the damages of their victims. The victims can recover this compensation through an insurance claim or lawsuit. However, liability in car accidents is not always straightforward. In some cases, multiple vehicles may be involved in the...
