Georgia Car Seat Laws Matter Scholle Law helps the families of kids hurt in car, truck, motorcycle and DUI endangerment accidents. Car, truck and motorcycle cases involving children are frequent
Contributory and Comparative Negligence in Georgia
Contributory negligence is a common defense used by a defendant in a negligence action. Essentially, contributory negligence is the defendant retorting to a Plaintiff: “you were negligent too!” Under a
Types of Georgia Auto Insurance Claims
All Georgia vehicles operating on roadways are required to be covered by liability insurance under O.C.G.A. §33-34-4. Depending on the insurance company, one can purchase a blanket policy that covers
Liability of Parents for Conduct of Children in Georgia
Generally, vicarious liability occurs when one party is held liable for the conduct of another party due to the relationship between the two, such as an employer being held liable
Last Clear Chance Doctrine in Georgia
The last clear chance doctrine is an affirmative defense usually asserted by a defendant to attempt to defeat a negligence claim. This defense essentially provides that the plaintiff had the
Family Purpose Doctrine in Georgia
Even though parents cannot be held vicariously liable for the conduct of their children generally, the state of Georgia does recognize the “family purpose doctrine” under which one who has
Elements of a Georgia Negligence Claim
Under the tort of negligence, there are four elements a plaintiff must establish to succeed in holding a defendant liable. The Court of Appeals of Georgia outlined the elements for
Insurance Claim Adjuster Secret Tactics: 3 Things to Know
Insurance Claim Adjuster Secret Tactics If you’re dealing with insurance claim adjuster secret tactics to diminish your claims, you’ll quickly discover that the weaknesses of your case become the insurance
7 Tips for Writing a Demand Letter To the Insurance Company
In the aftermath of an auto accident, it can be daunting to begin the process of settlement on your own. It may have taken you weeks or even months to
Tips for Recalling the Details of Your Accident/Injuries
When you are involved in an automobile accident, your adrenaline is running, and everything seems to be happening too fast. Your brain goes into a fight or flight mode and