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The Secret Insurance Companies Don’t Want You to Know About Diminished Value
We want to expose one of the best-kept secrets in the insurance industry. The insurance companies are saving literally hundreds of millions of dollars each year right here in Georgia because of this secret. This money should be paid to Georgia's consumers. But like most things, if the person doesn't know they are entitled to…
Read More »What Is My Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?
There's nothing quite like the thrill of riding a motorcycle on an open road on a bright, sunny day. But with great reward comes great risk. Over 80% of all motorcycle accidents result in injury or death to the rider. In 2018, 264 motorcyclists were killed in traffic collisions here in Georgia. But while most…
Read More »Settling Your Workers’ Compensation Case: How Long Does It Take?
The following is an excerpt from Gary Martin Hays' best-selling book The Authority On Workers' Compensation Claims in Georgia. If you have questions about your rights after a work injury, give us a call at (770) 934-8000. The two questions clients often ask us when we first meet are: How long is this going to…
Read More »An Atlanta Attorney on the Best Ideas to Avoid Motorcycle Crashes
Those who enjoy the freedom of the open road can often be seen cruising on their motorcycles throughout greater-Atlanta. It's unfortunate that many drivers of passenger cars fail to see motorcyclists or show any regard for them. Driving distracted, aggressive, impaired, or tired are all habits that put motorcyclists at risk of being injured or…
Read More »Why MRIs and CT Scans Often Miss Traumatic Brain Injuries
We've covered the types, symptoms, and treatments for traumatic brain injuries after a wreck or work accident in a previous blog post. Sometimes the signs are obvious, but many times they are not. Here's how to find out if you're suffering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a wreck or work accident and…
Read More »Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists’ Coverage and Why You Absolutely Need It
If you live in the state of Georgia, you are required to purchase insurance for your car or motorcycle. It's the law. Unfortunately, there are many drivers on Georgia's roads and highways operating vehicles without insurance coverage. If one of those drivers crashes into you, there is no insurance company to negotiate with. It will…
Read More »3 Easy Ways to Reduce Boating Accidents and Injuries
There are so many great places to enjoy the summer and cool off in Georgia. But while you're boating on Lake Lanier or kayaking down the Chattahoochee, it behooves us to remember how to stay safe around water. According to the United States Coast Guard, there were nearly 4,300 boating accidents in 2017 that resulted…
Read More »What to Do If Someone's Negligence Caused a Loved One to Drown
Summer vacation is in full swing. To escape the heat and have fun, many people go to the pool, lake, river or beach. Only half of Americans know how to swim though, and drowning accidents can happen quickly, even to the most experienced swimmers. Who's At Risk? Children ages 1 to 4 have the highest…
Read More »Getting to Know Attorney Shaun Carter
Shaun Carter is the latest attorney to join the team at Gary Martin Hays & Associates. It's been over one year since he started back in April 2018, so it's time we introduced Shaun to everyone so you can learn a little bit more about him. Shaun was born and raised in Fayetteville, Georgia, a…
Read More »What Are the Odds of Getting Into a Car Accident?
If you're anything like the average driver, then being involved in a crash, whether minor or major, is statistically inevitable. According to the car insurance industry, the average driver gets in a car wreck every 17.9 years. Which means if you got your license at 16, odds are you'll be involved in a collision by…
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