How Can I Prove the Other Driver was Drunk?
Drunk driving crashes are unfortunately far more common than they should be. When innocent people are struck and injured by drunk drivers, they are eligible for compensation for their injuries, and can potentially even get punitive damages. Related Reading: What are Punitive Damages? Drunk driving […]
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If I have TRICARE, do I have any obligation to the government if I win an injury settlement?
If TRICARE covered your injury-related bills and you later receive compensation for those same bills from a personal injury settlement, you are obligated to pay back TRICARE for the costs it covered. Millions of servicemembers and military families depend on TRICARE for health insurance. This […]
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How Soon Do I Need to Call a Lawyer After a Wreck?
The hours and days immediately after an auto wreck are often some of the most stressful you will face, especially when serious injuries are involved. You will be juggling calls with insurance, doctors, auto repair shops, supervisors at work, and of course worried friends and […]
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I get my health care through TRICARE; Why is the JAG office calling me about bills?
In our community of Columbus, Phenix City, and Ft Benning (formerly Ft Moore), our active duty servicemembers, military retirees, and military families rely on TRICARE, the U.S. military’s healthcare program, to pay for healthcare. It is a big part of our lives. TRICARE is essentially […]
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How Do I Make a Bad Faith Insurance Claim?
When your insurance company fails to uphold their responsibilities to you under your contract, then they may be acting in bad faith, and you can sue your insurance company for the money you are owed, plus penalties. It can be difficult to prove that an […]
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What Is an Insurance Company Looking for to Value My Case? Can I Do It Myself?
The value of a personal injury claim or lawsuit isn’t set in stone. Ultimately, it comes down to the value placed on the case by a judge or jury using their “enlightened conscience.” That being said, most cases still settle without a trial with a […]
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Are Party Hosts Liable for Guests Who Drive Drunk in Georgia?
Every party host wants guests to have a good time. Many people try to do that by offering alcohol. But allowing guests to drive home drunk puts more at risk than a bad morning after. If a guest causes a crash and hurts someone, or […]
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Can I Have Just One Drink and Be Safe to Drive?
The number of drunk driving wrecks always increases in the days between Christmas and the New Year as people go to holiday parties and celebrate with friends and family over a few (or more than a few) drinks. According to the National Institute of Alcohol […]
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What Do I Do After a Wreck If I Don’t Know Who Hit Me?
Hit and run crashes rank among the most complex, and sometimes deadliest, cases auto accident victims face. When the at-fault driver remains unknown, victims and families are unable to file a claim against a specific person. In these situations, legal help for family loss in […]
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Can I Sue for Pain and Suffering If I Wasn’t Physically Injured?
Usually, no. In most cases, you can only file a personal injury lawsuit and get compensation for your pain and suffering if you also suffered a physical injury. For example, if you were nearly hit by a car, or witnessed your child or spouse being […]
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Is It Worth It to Sue a Nursing Home for Neglect?
Roughly 1.5 million Americans live in nursing homes, with an additional 1 million living in some other form of assisted living facility, according to a report by the National Institute of Health. And while most people expect that when it is necessary to move their […]
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How to Stay Safe When Riding Your Motorcycle at Night
In about two-thirds of all motorcycle crashes involving another vehicle, the other driver and not the motorcyclist is at fault. And this usually happens because drivers aren’t looking for and fail to notice motorcyclists. This is a pattern attorneys for motor accidents in Columbus see […]
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