Hawk Law Group | April 27, 2022 | Car Accidents
The Georgia statute of limitations (deadline) for filing lawsuits for most car accident claims is two years from the accident date. The other person involved in the car crash may sue you for damages if your insurance company denies liability or refuses to agree to a fair settlement. Alternatively, their damages may exceed the limits… read more
Hawk Law Group | April 19, 2022 | Product Liability
Manufacturers and other parties involved in designing, producing, and selling products have a responsibility to consumers to ensure that products are safe. When a defective product injures someone, the parties responsible for the defective product can be held liable for damages under product liability laws. Product liability claims involve products that cause injuries, illnesses, and… read more
Hawk Law Group | April 12, 2022 | Georgia Law
Every time you get on the road, you face the risk of a car accident. One of the only proactive measures you can take to protect yourself in the event of a car crash is to wear your seat belt. Not using a seat belt can have catastrophic consequences if you’re in a car accident…. read more
Hawk Law Group | April 5, 2022 | Personal Injury
When you win a settlement or damage award for your injuries, you may generally receive compensation for two types of losses. Economic losses include all of the ways your injuries affect your finances. Non-economic losses encompass how your injuries affect your quality of life. Pain and suffering damages fall under non-economic damages. Here is some… read more
Hawk Law Group | March 28, 2022 | Car Accidents
Car accident reports can provide valuable information to you and your lawyer after your crash. These reports list everyone involved in the accident and the insurers for each vehicle. You will need this information to pursue injury compensation. South Carolina law requires accident reports in all accidents that result in injury, death, or property damage… read more
Hawk Law Group | March 23, 2022 | Personal Injury
A settlement demand letter is a letter from someone with a personal injury claim (or their lawyer) to the party responsible for paying that claim, typically an insurance company. Your claim might arise from a car accident, a slip and fall accident, medical malpractice, or some other cause of injury. The purpose of a settlement… read more
Hawk Law Group | March 21, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents
Road rash is a common injury that accident victims can experience after a motorcycle accident, pedestrian accident, or bicycle accident. Road rash can expose you to infection and even leave you permanently disfigured. Here are some facts about road rash and how you can seek compensation for a road rash injury. Your Skin Your skin… read more
Hawk Law Group | March 17, 2022 | Truck Accident
Semi-trucks are some of the largest vehicles that travel on the roadways in the U.S. These enormous trucks transport materials and goods to keep the nation’s economy going. They deliver food and supplies to stores and restaurants across the country. However, commercial truck accidents are some of the most dangerous traffic collisions that occur. Victims… read more
Hawk Law Group | March 11, 2022 | Car Accidents
One of the most common car accidents in Georgia is the rear-end collision. You might believe that the rear driver always causes a rear-end collision. But some rear-end collisions result from negligence by the front driver. Here are some facts about why rear-end collisions happen in Evans, GA, and who bears the blame. Rear-End Collisions… read more
Hawk Law Group | March 1, 2022 | Car Accidents
Driving without a valid license and driving without a license on your person are both chargeable offenses in Georgia. However, the offenses are very different. Knowing the difference between the two is important for drivers. Driving Without a Valid Driver’s License in Georgia All individuals driving in Georgia are required to have a valid driver’s… read more