Why Is It Important To Hire A Local Attorney For Your Acworth Car Accident Case?

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There are a number of reasons that personal injury victims should hire a local attorney to help them prosecute their case. A local attorney will fully understand the law and procedures of the jurisdiction where the accident occurred and where the claim will be filed, will have local connections that can help the victim develop their case, and generally local attorneys are far more accessible to their clients.

The car accident attorneys of Williams Elleby Howard & Easter serve Acworth, GA and help personal injury victims, including those hurt in car accidents, get the compensation they deserve. If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Acworth, Georgia, contact the local law firm of Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, today to schedule a free consultation by calling 833-LEGALGA.

You Need an Attorney That Understands the Local Rules and Procedures

Many people, even many attorneys, underestimate how different the rules and procedures of various jurisdictions can be. Many courts have local rules that must be followed. Moreover, many courts have customs that may not even be written down anywhere. Common practices in some courtrooms could be cause for sanction in others. The traditional way of doing things before one judge might be considered a procedural error before another. Even the best attorney in the world will not know exactly how things are done in a particular courtroom until they’ve practiced there. The attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, have deep knowledge of Georgia law and have extensive experience practicing in Georgia courtrooms.

Local Connections Can Give Claimants a Big Advantage

You need an attorney that has good relationships with the local judges and court staff. If your attorney has a reputation for being professional and courteous, you can be sure that he or she will be treated with respect and courtesy in return. The attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, have built an exemplary reputation as professional, ethical, and effective litigators in both federal and state courts throughout Georgia.
It also helps to be represented by a law firm that has connections to expert witnesses and consultants that can help you build your case. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, has deep roots in Georgia and excellent relationships with local medical, occupational, forensic, and insurance professionals. Having these connections helps clients of the firm get the treatment, expertise, and evidence that they need to get the compensation they deserve.

A Local Attorney is More Accessible

Generally, attorneys that live and work near their clients are more accessible to them. All attorneys in Georgia have an ethical duty to have reasonable communication with clients, and out-of-state attorneys are governed by similar rules. But when an attorney is miles away, it isn’t easy for the attorney or the client to arrange face-to-face meetings.

The Acworth, GA Car Accident Attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter strives to maintain a close relationship with clients. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, personal injury attorneys work hard to provide prompt communication and to do whatever they can to make sure their clients know they are being taken care of. As part of the Cobb County community, the car accident attorneys and staff at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, care about their clients not only professionally but also as neighbors.

Call Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, to Handle Your Acworth Car Accident Case.

If you have been in a car accident in Acworth, Georgia, Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is here to help. You can find us just off I-75 between Wade Green and Chastain Road exits at 3900 Frey Road, Suite 104, Kennesaw, Ga 30144. Our attorneys offer free case evaluations in which we can help you understand your legal rights and options. We can investigate the facts of your case and break down the law for you so that you can make an educated decision about what to do. If you have a viable claim, we can help you collect and preserve the evidence you will need, negotiate with the opposing party or insurance company, and work to develop your legal arguments. When necessary, the attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, aggressively represent their clients’ interests at trial.

Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, accepts cases on a contingency fee basis. This means our clients don’t pay a dime in attorney’s fees unless and until they have won their case. If you would like to discuss your case, call us today to schedule your free consultation at 833-LEGALGA and let us get to work for you.

Atlanta Driver Killed After Tire Flies Off Truck

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A driver was killed in metro Atlanta on October 19th, 2017, in what has been described as a freak accident. According to AJC.com, Sandy Springs Police Sergeant Sam Worsham stated, “A truck traveling north on Ga 400 at Pitts Road lost a wheel and tire . . . The wheel went over the wall and struck a vehicle south on Ga. 400.”

The victim was a 40-year old Alpharetta woman. The owner of the truck expressed remorse for what happened and could not offer any explanation. He told a reporter “I was on the way to my job . . . “I’m not drunk. I’m not driving fast. It was like a normal (day) trying to get to my job.” The accident created a massive back-up on both sides of the highway.

A Seemingly Preventable Tragedy

Shortly after the accident, it was reported that “investigators determined the wheel came off of the truck due to a mechanical failure.” If true, this would indicate that the accident was entirely preventable. While it is still too early to know exactly what went wrong, the “mechanical failure” could have been due to a mistake by a mechanic that worked on the truck.

Another possibility is that there was some defect with the tire, wheel, or truck, in which case the tire manufacturer, wheel manufacturer, or truck manufacturer may bear some responsibility. It also could be that the driver caused or should have been aware of the problem before the tire flew off.

And it is also entirely possible that this wreck was caused by poor maintenance. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter currently represents a nice lady who was injured due to a tire falling off a tractor-trailer. In that case, poor maintenance led to the crash.

Determining fault in car accidents is important not only because doing so holds wrongful parties accountable, but also because it ensures that victims of an accident are able to get the compensation that they deserve. This is why it is so important that auto accidents are thoroughly and carefully investigated. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, believes that every accident victim deserves to know the truth.

Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, Helps Accident Victims Get Justice

Whenever tragedies occur, it is important to figure out what happened and make sure that victims and their families are properly taken care of. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is dedicated to thoroughly investigating the cause of accidents and vigorously representing victims when they bring personal injury or wrongful death claims. Helping personal injury victims get the compensation they deserve is our top concern.

If you or a loved one has suffered a personal injury and you think it could have been due to the wrongful conduct of someone else, it is imperative that you are aware of your legal rights and options. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, serves clients throughout the State of Georgia, including Acworth and Kennesaw,  offers free consultations, and only accepts a fee from a personal injury client when they win their case. To discuss your case, contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, by calling 833-LEGALGA today.

Children Struck By Vehicle in Hahira

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Two children were reportedly hit by a pick-up truck while walking to school in Hahira, Georgia, on the morning of October 19, 2017. The children, a brother and a sister, ages 12 and 11, respectively, were transported by a Life Flight helicopter to South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. The sister was then airlifted to a hospital in Tallahassee with serious injuries. The accident is still being investigated, but the Georgia State Patrol has indicated that speed was not a factor and no criminal charges are expected in the case.

Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia

Pedestrians and vehicle drivers each have a duty to act with reasonable care. When either pedestrians or drivers violate a Georgia Rule of the Road, they are presumed to have breached this duty. Driver negligence is a common cause of pedestrian accidents, and includes things like:

• Speeding;
• Texting or engaging in other distracting activities while driving;
• Failing to yield when a pedestrian is using a crosswalk;
• Running a stop light or stop sign;
• Failing to use a turn signal; and
• DWI/DUI.

However, accidents are frequently caused by pedestrian negligence as well. Pedestrians should be aware of the Georgia traffic rules governing pedestrians. Parents and guardians should make sure children understand these rules before letting them walk along roadways.

Many people erroneously believe that pedestrians always have the right of way. But in most scenarios pedestrians only have the right of way when they are using a crosswalk. When pedestrians cross a roadway at any other place, they normally have a duty to yield to vehicles. There are a few exceptions to this rule that involve situations where no crosswalk is available. This does not, of course, mean that a driver has no duty to avoid hitting a pedestrian that crosses a road at a point other than a crosswalk, but it does mean that if an accident occurs the pedestrian will be presumed negligent.

Another important provision is found in §40-6-91(b) of the Official Code of Georgia. This law states that “no pedestrian shall suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle which is so close that it is impractical for the driver to yield.” Pedestrians should also generally avoid walking along a roadway when there is a sidewalk provided, and should not walk upon a roadway when they are intoxicated.

If You or a Loved One Has Been Injured in a Pedestrian Accident, Contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, to Discuss Your Case Today

Pedestrian accidents can cause devastating harm. If you or a loved one has been injured due the negligence of someone else, it is imperative that you are aware of your legal rights and options. Victims of personal injuries caused by someone else’s wrongful conduct deserve compensation. These cases can be complicated, and winning claims often requires qualified legal assistance.

The experienced Kennesaw Car Accident Attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, understand pedestrian accident law and are dedicated to getting accident victims the compensation they deserve. When insurance companies do not treat pedestrians fairly, our attorneys are ready and able to take the case to trial just as we did earlier this year in Newton County where we secured a $366,000.00 verdict for our client:

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Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is located in Kennesaw, Georgia, and serves clients throughout the state. To discuss your case, call 833-LEGALGA today.

Concussion Related Injuries

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A concussion is a type of serious traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused when someone suffers a blow to the head. Repeated head traumas can worsen a TBI significantly. According to the CDC, millions of people are hospitalized each year with TBI, and around 150 people die in the United States every day due to TBI related injuries. This means that TBIs accounts for about a third of all injury deaths in the United States.

Auto accidents, falls, physical assaults, and sports-related head trauma are some of the most common causes of concussions. In many instances, concussions occur that were entirely preventable. When anyone in Georgia suffers a TBI because of another person’s negligence or other wrongful conduct, the victim is entitled to compensation for their harm.

If you or a loved one has suffered a concussion or similar injury due to the negligent or otherwise wrongful conduct of someone else, it is important that you be aware of your legal rights and options. Concussions and other brain injuries can have a severe and lasting impact on a person’s life. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is dedicated to getting brain injury victims the compensation they deserve. If you would like to discuss your case, call Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, at 833-LEGALGA today.

Compensation for Concussion Related Injuries

Georgia law categorizes damages into two categories: special damages and general damages. Special damages compensate a person for their economic loss, such as their medical expenses and lost wages. General damages compensate for non-economic losses, such as pain and suffering or emotional distress.

Both special and general damages are available to concussion victims in tort cases. However, unlike most other types of injuries, the harm a concussion victim suffers is often not readily apparent to others. Concussions can cause short and long-term psychological and emotional problems that other people can’t see. TBIs can cause memory problems, trouble focusing, anxiety, mood changes, and trouble sleeping. These issues can also have lasting effects on a person’s family and community.

In order to get compensation for this type of harm, victims need detailed and thorough medical evidence and testimony from expert witnesses explaining to the court the extent of the harm. In some cases, testimony from friends, family, and colleagues can be useful as well. The personal injury attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, have experience handling these types of cases and know what evidence is required. If you have suffered a TBI and you have a viable claim against the responsible party, they can help you gather the evidence you need and build your legal case.Ultimately, Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is dedicated to helping each of their clients get justice and maximize their compensation.

For More Information, Contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, Today

Personal injury cases can be complex. This is especially true when the plaintiff has a TBI. If you have suffered a TBI, you need qualified and experienced legal counsel on your side. Call Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, to schedule your free consultation today at 833-LEGALGA today.

Why You Should See a Doctor After Suffering a Personal Injury

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If you have suffered a personal injury, it is important that you seek and document medical care as soon as possible. For many types of injuries, the harm done is not immediately apparent. There could be serious damage done, but symptoms may not yet be present. If you wait too long to see a doctor following an accident, your chances of recovery could be reduced or even eliminated. Moreover, medical evidence is crucial in all types of personal injury claims. If you have suffered a personal injury, see a doctor right away, and contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, to discuss your case.

Protect Your Health

This is the most immediate and important reason to seek medical care. Some injuries are not painful or do not create symptoms until days or even weeks later. Therefore, even if you feel fine, if you have been in an accident or suffered any type of trauma, it is important to see a doctor to get an assessment.

Establish and Preserve Crucial Evidence

Plaintiffs must prove that the defendant’s actions caused their harm. It is difficult for plaintiffs to succeed in a personal injury claim if they failed to seek medical care soon after the injury occurred. In these cases, defendants often argue that the plaintiff’s harm was actually caused by something else. An injured person needs medical documentation that proves or strongly indicates that the defendant’s actions caused the harm, otherwise winning a personal injury case is unlikely.

In Georgia, a Plaintiff cannot recover unless he or she can prove that the Defendant’s actions caused a new injury or exacerbated a pre-existing injury or condition. This is referred to as the rule of proximate causation. At trial, the judge will normally instruct the jury as follows:
Proximate cause means that cause which, in a natural and continuous sequence, produces an event, and without which cause such event would not have occurred. In order to be a proximate cause, the act or omission complained of must be such that a person using ordinary care would have foreseen that the event, or some similar event, might reasonably result therefrom. There may be more than one proximate cause of an event, but if an act or omission of any person not a party to the suit was the sole proximate cause of an occurrence, then no act or omission of any party could have been a proximate cause.

Georgia Suggested Pattern Jury Instruction, Vol. 1: Civil Cases, Fifth Edition, Charge 60.200.

No plaintiff may recover for injuries or disabilities that are not connected with the act or omissions of the defendant in this case. There can be no recovery for a particular plaintiff for any injury or disability that was not proximately caused by the incident in question. If you find that, at the time of the incident, the plaintiff had any physical condition, ailment, or disease that was becoming apparent or was dormant, and if you should find that the plaintiff received an injury as a result of the negligence of the defendant and that the injury resulted in any aggravation of a condition already pending, then the plaintiff could recover damages for aggravation of the preexisting condition.

Georgia Suggested Pattern Jury Instruction, Vol. 1: Civil Cases, Fifth Edition, Charge 66.504.

In their most basic sense, these rules require the Plaintiff to prove that the act of the Defendant caused the Plaintiff’s injuries. The Defendant has a greater chance of convincing the jury that the injuries claimed were caused by something other than the Defendant’s negligent act if the Plaintiff waits an extended amount of time to seek medical attention.

Don’t Worry About the Money

Sometimes personal injury victims avoid going to see a doctor because they are worried about the cost of medical care. This is never a good idea. Even if you do not have insurance or any way to immediately pay, your health is too important to forsake.

In cases where an injury victim has a viable personal injury claim, many doctors and healthcare providers will provide care in exchange for a medical lien. A medical lien gives a doctor or other healthcare provider an interest in any personal injury settlement or award that eventually comes from the personal injury claim. Thus, the healthcare provider is paid only after the case is over.

For More Information, Contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, Today

It is imperative for those harmed by the wrongful actions of another to protect their rights. Victims of harm deserve to be compensated when they are harmed due to the negligence of another person. Anyone that brings a personal injury claim should have qualified and experienced legal counsel on their side. The experienced legal team at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is dedicated to holding tortfeasors accountable and helping injury victims and their family members get justice.

If you or a loved one has suffered a personal injury due to the wrongful actions of someone else, seek medical attention right away and contact the experienced legal team at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, to discuss your case. Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is located in Kennesaw, Georgia, and serves clients throughout Georgia. Call Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, at 833-LEGALGA to schedule a free consultation today.

One Dead After 8-Car Accident on I-16 in Twiggs County

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Early on the morning of September 2, 2017, an 8-car accident claimed the life of one person on the eastbound lane of I-16 near exit 18. The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office reported that six other victims were sent to the hospital. The interstate was shut down for several hours following the crash.

Because driving an automobile is something most of us do every day, it is easy to forget just how dangerous an activity it is. According to the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, there are more than 115,000 injuries due to auto accidents each year on Georgia roadways. It is important to remember how dangerous driving can be and remain alert and focused behind the wheel.

As Sergeant Bert Clifton of the Georgia State Patrol stated following the September 2 crash on I-16: “Wear your seat belt, slow down, don’t be distracted, don’t be texting and driving, and give plenty of time to get to where you’re going. Nothing’s worth getting into a crash and not making it to your destination.”

Common Causes of Accidents in Georgia

• Speeding. Traffic can be frustrating, but it is important to be patient when you are driving. Defensive driving is one of the most important thing drivers can do to avoid car accidents. Most of us occasionally go slightly over the speed limit from time to time, but speeding is a terrible habit. Not only does speeding raise the chances of an accident occurring, but if you are speeding it can create a presumption that you were at fault if an accident does occur.

• Fatigued driving. Everyone knows that driving while intoxicated poses a huge risk, but many fail to also understand that driving while fatigued can be dangerous as well. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that tens of thousands of accidents are caused by drowsy driving each year.

• Distracted driving. Always stay focused. When people use their cell phones to text, check email, or go online while driving they put themselves and everyone else on the road at risk. Moreover, texting or reading messages from the Internet on a phone while driving is against the law in Georgia.

For More Information, Contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter

Even when you do everything right, accidents can still happen because of another person’s negligence. Driving is an inherently dangerous activity. If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, it is imperative that you are aware of your legal rights and options. A qualified and experienced auto accident attorney can help you get the compensation you deserve.

The experienced personal injury legal team at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is dedicated to helping injury victims and their family members get justice. The Joel Williams car accident legal team has deep knowledge of Georgia auto accident law, Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is located in Kennesaw, Georgia, and serves clients throughout the state. Don’t hesitate to call today to discuss your case and schedule a complimentary case assessment. Call Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, at 833-LEGALGA to schedule your consultation today.

Two Dead in Meadview Crash

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On August 30th, 2017, a Georgia couple was tragically killed in an afternoon crash when they were on a trip in Arizona. The couple was Karen and Charles Foxworth of Conyers, Georgia. According to a spokesperson from the local Mohave County Sheriff’s Office, the couple was traveling in the eastbound lane when the driver, Karen Foxworth, lost control going around a curve and entered the westbound lane, colliding head-on with a semi-tractor.

Sadly, Mr. and Mrs. Foxworth both died at the scene of the accident. The couple’s two adult children were also in the car at the time. They survived thanks to assistance from off-duty medical personnel and were taken to a Las Vegas hospital for treatment. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation.

SAFE DRIVING TIPS

Driving can be a dangerous dangerous activity, even when drivers do everything right. But tragedies like this recent accident are often preventable. Here are some things to always keep in mind when you get behind the wheel:

• Practice patience. Traffic and poor drivers can be frustrating, but it is important to be patient when you are driving. Defensive driving is one of the most important thing drivers can do to avoid auto accidents.

• Don’t speed. Most of us go a couple miles-per-hour over the speed limit from time to time, but speeding is a terrible habit. Not only does speeding raise the chances of an accident occurring, but if you are speeding it can create a presumption that you were at fault if an accident does occur.

• Avoid driving when fatigued. Everyone knows that driving while intoxicated poses a huge risk, but many fail to also understand that driving while fatigued can be dangerous as well. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that tens of thousands of accidents are caused by drowsy driving each year.

• Always pay attention. Because driving is part of our daily lives, it can be easy to forget that it is a life-and-death activity. Always stay focused. When people use their cell phones to text, check email, or go online while driving, they put themselves and everyone else on the road at risk. Moreover, texting or reading messages from the Internet on a phone while driving is against the law in Georgia.

• Watch blind spots. Always check and double-check your blind spots before changing lanes.

• Wear a seat belt. According to the CDC, Seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by about half. Seat belt use is also required by law for adults in the front seat in Georgia.

For More Information, Contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter

The Kennesaw, GA Car Accident Attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, are dedicated to helping accident victims get the compensation they deserve. If you or a loved one has been in an accident, the experienced personal injury attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, can investigate the facts of your case, help you understand your legal rights and options, negotiate with any opposing party, and work to maximize your recovery. To discuss your case, call today to schedule a free consultation at 833-LEGALGA.

High School Coach Killed in Ga. 400 Crash

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Dawson High School soccer coach Jed Lacey was killed in a four-vehicle crash on Ga. 400 in Forsyth County on the morning of August 12th, 2017. According to news reports, the crash happened just north of Exit 15 on the southbound lane of Ga. 400. The freeway was closed for about four hours after the crash. The cause of the crash has not yet been disclosed and an investigation is ongoing.

Fatal Auto Accidents on the Rise in Georgia

Unfortunately, fatal auto accidents are on the rise in Georgia. According to the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, there have been about 1,300 traffic fatalities annually on Georgia roadways in the past several years. There were 1,430 traffic fatalities in 2015, which is the most recent year for which data is available. Fatalities were highest in the Atlanta metro area and other urban areas. The counties of Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Chatham, and Cobb had the most fatalities. However, rural areas actually have a higher fatality rate. From 2014 to 2015, the fatality rate in rural areas increased by 10% and the fatality rate in urban areas increased by 18%.

More accidents are expected to occur in coming years, largely due to the fact that more people than ever are expected to be driving on Georgia’s roads. Traffic is already congested in Atlanta and throughout Georgia, and experts anticipate that it will only become worse in coming years. The Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety keeps track of the total vehicle miles traveled on Georgia roadways each year. It found that a new record was set in 2015, with an estimated 118,107 million vehicle miles traveled. Simply put, more drivers on the road means more accidents are likely to occur.

Although traffic fatalities have been rising in recent years and are expected to rise further still, things are better now than they were in the 1990s. The highest fatality rate in Georgia’s history occurred in 1996. In that year, there were 1,573 total fatalities.

THE CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS AT Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, HELPS AUTO ACCIDENT VICTIMS GET THE COMPENSATION THEY DESERVE!

When auto accidents occur, it is imperative that victims of harm understand their legal rights and options. All drivers have a duty to operate their vehicle with reasonable care and to obey traffic laws. When a driver fails to meet this standard and causes an accident, any victims of harm are entitled to compensation. In car accidents where a victim dies, surviving family members may be able to bring a wrongful death lawsuit against the responsible party.

Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, is dedicated to helping auto accident victims get the compensation they deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, the experienced personal injury attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter can investigate the facts of your case, help you understand your legal rights and options, and work to maximize your recovery.

If you would like more information or would like to discuss your case, call Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, to schedule a free consultation today at 833-LEGALGA.

Commissioner Silent as Car Insurance Rates Soar

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In recent years, auto insurance rates have been soaring in Georgia. One reason rates have been going up is that accidents are on the rise in Georgia. Another reason is that there is nothing to stop insurance companies from hiking up rates. Georgia used to regulate auto insurance rates so that insurers could only raise rates when given prior approval from the state to do so.

But in 2008, the Georgia legislature passed a bill deregulating the auto insurance industry. Today, insurance companies in Georgia can raise rates freely when they decide to.

Deregulation was supposed to increase competition and allow free market forces to drive prices down. But this didn’t happen. Instead, auto insurance rates have steadily risen in Georgia each year since. In 2016, Georgia saw the highest increase in personal auto insurance rates in the entire country. Overall, Georgia auto insurance premiums are the twelfth highest in the country.

Insurance Commissioner Ralph Hudgen has done little to address the rising rates. As a senator in 2008, Hudgen was the chairman of the Georgia Senate Insurance Committee and supported deregulation. His stance against regulating the insurance industry, coupled with the fact that he has accepted large campaign contributions from the insurance companies, has led many to wonder whether he is really looking out for Georgia consumers.

Insurance Companies Say Premiums Reflect Increase in Traffic and Accidents

Commissioner Hudgen and the insurance industry argue that rate hikes simply reflect the increasing risk of car accidents on Georgia roadways. There is pretty good evidence to back this claim up. According to the Georgia Office of Highway Safety, the number of auto crashes increased in Georgia for four consecutive years between 2011 and 2015. There were a record 385,221 accidents in 2015 (data for 2016 is not yet available.) Costs per claim are also on the rise.

Robert Hartwig, a risk management expert, told the Atlanta-Journal Constitution “it is certainly not the case that the private passenger auto insurers are earning a rate of return that in some way could be considered excessive or unreasonable.” Whether or not this is the case, the increasing risk of car accidents on Georgia roadways is at least one big reason that rates have been increasing.

Despite Cost, Personal Auto Insurance is Essential for Drivers

Rising insurance rates reflect the growing danger of Georgia roadways. Higher insurance costs also encourage some drivers to go without auto insurance. Uninsured motorists present a big problem for Georgia accident victims.

If you are thinking about driving without insurance to save money, don’t do it. Despite the costs, it is critical to have insurance coverage. Auto insurance is legally required and you can lose your license for driving without insurance. Drivers should also make sure their plan includes uninsured motorist coverage. If you are driving without insurance, it puts you at great risk legally and financially.

For More Information, Contact the Kennesaw Personal Injury Attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter

The Kennesaw ,Ga personal injury attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, are dedicated to helping auto accident victims get the compensation they deserve. If you would like more information about this issue, or if you have been in an accident and would like to discuss your case, contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, at 833-LEGALGA today.

Two Midtown Atlanta Accidents Separated by Hours

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Most of us drive every day without giving our safety much thought. It is easy to forget that driving an automobile is actually a life-and-death activity. In two recent accidents, drivers were extremely lucky not to have injured themselves or others.

As the Atlanta Journal Constitution reported, there were two separate car accidents that occurred just hours apart and within a couple blocks of each other in midtown Atlanta earlier this month. The single-car accidents occurred on Peachtree Street and on 17th Street, respectively.

The crashes occurred only blocks apart on busy streets. In one crash, the driver of a white Chevy Camaro lost control and smashed into a series of traffic lights. Eyewitnesses reported that it crossed over the 17th Street Bridge towards Atlantic Station at high speed before the driver seemed to lose control. Again, thankfully there were no other cars involved and no injuries in this accident.

Just two hours later, a Range Rover hit a tree, smashed through light pole located at a bus stop, and then crossed through an intersection. The Range Rover came to rest near a gas station on Peachtree Street. Thankfully, there was nobody present at the bus stop at the time, and no other cars were involved. The driver was uninjured.

It is, unfortunately, not surprising that two such accidents could occur so close together in time and place. In a traffic-congested city as large as Atlanta, accidents are all too frequent, especially when drivers forget or ignore the risks and drive recklessly as it appears the drivers in the accidents above did. Atlanta drivers, and drivers throughout Georgia, need to always keep in mind the risks and drive safe. And when accidents do occur, drivers need to be prepared.

Know What to do If You Are in an Accident in Atlanta, GA

It is crucial that you know what to do immediately following a car accident. The first thing you should do if you are involved in a serious accident is call 911. Under Georgia law, drivers that are involved in a wreck resulting in injuries, death, or property damage exceeding $500.00 are required to report the wreck to authorities.

If you are able to do so, you should carefully document the crash site with pictures, exchange information with the other driver(s), and talk to any witnesses. Following a crash, remember that anything you say to the other driver or to an insurance company can be used against you in a legal proceeding. Always be honest, but be careful about being apologetic.

Although not all cases require a lawyer, many do. Even when liability is not an issue, insurance companies will often attempt to offer compensation that is too low. If you’ve been injured in an accident, the experienced Kennesaw, GA car attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, can help maximize your recovery.

Contact the Kennesaw, GA Car Accident Attorneys at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, for More Information

If you would like more information about this issue or if you have been in an accident and would like to discuss your case, contact Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, to schedule a free consultation today at 833-LEGALGA.