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Jonathan W. Johnson, LLC
1201 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 1100 Atlanta, GA 30361
Phone: 888-613-9260
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Motor Vehicle Accidents

At the Law Office of Jonathan W. Johnson, LLC, we have extensive experience representing family members who have lost loved ones in a wide variety of motor vehicle accident cases, including automobile accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, and accidents caused by drunk drivers. Our areas of expertise include:

Automobile Accidents

Automobile accidents can happen suddenly and unexpectedly either through the negligent conduct or reckless or intentional actions of another party. Georgia is a tort state, meaning that the driver who is responsible for causing the accident and his or her insurance company is liable for any resulting damages. The state also requires its drivers to carry minimum amounts of liability insurance coverage in the following amounts:

$25,000 per person for bodily injury
$50,000 per accident for bodily injury to two or more people
$25,000 per accident for property damage

In addition, individuals sometimes obtain insurance higher coverage amounts as an added precautionary measure. Drivers also may purchase other types of coverage such as uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, which protects you against drivers who lack liability insurance or have coverage amounts that are insufficient to cover your damages.

Trucking Accidents

Vehicles that are involved in interstate traffic, specifically trucks and large commercial vehicles, are governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. These federal regulations outline conduct that drivers and their employers must follow for the purposes of enhancing public safety. For example, drivers are required to keep log books, document trips, and are limited in the number of hours they may drive over a certain period of time. When these rules are not followed, deaths can result. If a member of your family was involved in a trucking accident, we have the expertise and experience to ensure that you receive the compensation to which you are entitled.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents are more likely to cause deaths because motorcycles are generally smaller in size than other vehicles and as such less noticeable on the road. With motorcycle riding gaining in popularity, particularly with the traffic congestion that some areas face, motorcycle accidents are becoming more frequent. If a family member was involved in a serious motorcycle accident, you should contact an experienced attorney to represent you.

Accidents Caused by Intoxicated Drivers

Although prohibited by law, drivers who are under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol (DUI) still get behind the wheel. DUI accidents or driving while intoxicated (DWI) accidents can cause catastrophic injuries and deaths. We have a broad range of experience representing the family members of the victims of accidents caused by DUI drivers, and a thorough understanding of Georgia's Dram Shop Laws. Georgia's law Section 51-1-40, states that a person, such as a bar owner, who sells, furnishes, or serves alcoholic beverages to an adult who later becomes liable for injuries or deaths that result from the adult's state of intoxication, may be liable for damages caused by the adult if he or she knowingly provided the alcohol, the patron was noticeably intoxicated, and the bar owner knew that the patron would soon drive a motor vehicle.

If you are looking for a GA Wrongful Death Attorney or for additional information about GA Wrongful Death Law and GA Wrongful Death Lawsuits, please contact the Law Office of Jonathan W. Johnson, LLC to schedule a free initial consultation. It is important to have an experienced and knowledgeable personal injury and wrongful death lawyer helping through these difficult times.