A hit and run accident is one in which at least one driver leaves the scene of an accident without taking the time to provide the other party with their contact information.  It might be shocking to learn that more than 11% of all motor vehicle accidents can be classified as hit and run accidents.  If you are the victim of a hit and run, you should know that there are ways to recover for your losses, including medical bills, lost wages, and even compensation for your injuries, despite a lack of information about the negligent driver.  The process can be complicated and knowing which insurance company to file your claim with can confuse even the most insurance savvy among us.  It is important to reach out to an experienced personal injury attorney immediately after your accident.

Property owners are responsible for maintaining their property in a reasonably safe condition.  If a property owner fails to do so, and a person who lawfully entered their property suffers an injury as a result, the property owner can be held responsible for those injuries.  Common causes of slip and fall accidents include untreated snow and ice conditions, slippery floors, unsafe stairs including those without a railing, uneven flooring or sidewalks, debris on walking surfaces, and unsafe parking lots with insufficient lighting and tripping hazards.  Slip and fall accidents can result in a multitude of injuries but often consist of broken bones, sprained wrists or ankles, knee damage, dislocated shoulders, muscle strains, spine and nerve damage, cuts and bruises and traumatic brain injuries. 

The victim of a slip and fall accident is not automatically entitled to recover damages.  In Georgia, in order to prove that a property owner is responsible for your accident you must show that there was an unsafe condition or defect that caused your slip and fall and that the property owner had knowledge of the unsafe condition prior to your accident.

A premises liability claim results when a person suffers an injury in an accident caused by a dangerous condition on another person’s property. A property owner has a duty of care to ensure that their property is safe for all those who are entering the property.  If they have failed to safely maintain their property, an injured party who suffered as a result of a defect to the property may have a personal injury claim against the owner.  Common premises liability claims include those arising from:

When a person is killed at the hands of another person or entity's negligence, their surviving family members are entitled to bring a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one due to another's carelessness, you may be entitled to financial compensation for the loss of love, companionship, and the financial support you would have received from the deceased. Those entitled to bring a wrongful death suit include a spouse, child, or parent - depending on the circumstances of the deceased at the time of their death.

If a loved one has died from the misconduct or negligence of another person, an experienced and compassionate attorney can evaluate your case and assist you in pursuing justice. Nothing can bring back your loved one but holding the person who hurt your family member responsible can provide the financial support you need to face life without them and provide you with the peace of mind that accompanies justice. Contact Starks Byron as soon as possible to discuss your case and make sure your interests are protected.