{"id":10764,"date":"2026-10-19T09:57:27","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T09:57:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/car-accidents\/gwinnett-county-car-accident-lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-10-27T14:49:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T14:49:30","slug":"gwinnett-county-car-accident-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/car-accidents\/gwinnett-county-car-accident-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Gwinnett County Car Accident Lawyer | Slam Dunk Attorney"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-10763\" alt=\"Emergency responders and investigators document a damaged vehicle at a city street traffic accident scene.\" src=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/emergency-responders-and-investigators-document-a-damaged-ve-photo-1.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/emergency-responders-and-investigators-document-a-damaged-ve-photo-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/emergency-responders-and-investigators-document-a-damaged-ve-photo-1-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/emergency-responders-and-investigators-document-a-damaged-ve-photo-1-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/emergency-responders-and-investigators-document-a-damaged-ve-photo-1-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/emergency-responders-and-investigators-document-a-damaged-ve-photo-1.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Gwinnett County Car Accident Lawyer<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hurt in a Gwinnett County Car Accident? Talk with Peter F. Jaraysi<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Slam Dunk Attorney, based in Duluth, Georgia, represents people injured in car, truck and motorcycle crashes across Gwinnett County and metro Atlanta. Your first consultation is free, confidential and without obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14049513513\">Request a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Peter F. Jaraysi \u00b7 Published October 19, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A Gwinnett County <a href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/duluth\/car-accident-lawyer\/\">car accident lawyer<\/a> finds who was at fault, identifies every insurance policy that may pay, and handles the claim with insurers or in court when needed. This page explains how that works when the driver who hit you has no insurance or too little. Slam Dunk Attorney is based in Duluth, Georgia, and represents people injured in crashes across Gwinnett County and metro Atlanta. Georgia recorded 1,403 motor-vehicle crash deaths in 2024, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iihs.org\/research-areas\/fatality-statistics\/detail\/state-by-state\">Insurance Institute for Highway Safety<\/a>. Knowing your own coverage before a crash can make a hard claim easier to understand.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Gwinnett County Car Accident Lawyer Does<\/h2>\n<p>A car accident lawyer handles the legal and insurance work so the injured person can focus on recovery. That work usually includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Investigating the crash:<\/strong> reviewing the police report, photos, and witness details.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Finding every policy:<\/strong> checking the at-fault driver&#8217;s liability coverage and your own policy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documenting injuries:<\/strong> gathering medical records, bills, and proof of lost work time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dealing with insurers:<\/strong> presenting the claim and answering adjuster requests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filing suit when needed:<\/strong> starting a lawsuit if a fair resolution isn&#8217;t reached.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This page is for drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and motorcyclists hurt on Gwinnett roads, including people who commute through Lawrenceville, Duluth, Norcross, and Johns Creek. Peter F. Jaraysi is the responsible lawyer, and the practice&#8217;s assistants and office staff support each matter. Our team handles records requests, scheduling, and follow-up calls.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the driver who hit you had no insurance or too little, you may have options under your own policy, and our team can review them with you. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14049513513\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/cracked-shattered-windshield-of-a-car-after-a-collision-with-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a shattered car windshield with cracked, broken glass after a collision.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>When the At-Fault Driver Has No Insurance or Too Little<\/h2>\n<p>Your own policy may pay when the at-fault driver is uninsured, if you carry uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. Georgia&#8217;s auto insurance law, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t33-ch1-22-(v24)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 33-7-11<\/a>, describes a policy&#8217;s promise to pay an insured for injuries caused by an uninsured vehicle&#8217;s owner or operator.<\/p>\n<p>Underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage works differently. It can matter when the at-fault driver has insurance, but the limits are too low to cover your losses. Check whether your policy includes it.<\/p>\n<p>In many injury claims, questions of fault and liability play a central role in how a case is evaluated. The <a href=\"https:\/\/oci.georgia.gov\/insurance-resources\/auto\">Georgia Office of the Commissioner of Insurance<\/a> and Safety Fire explains this structure. When you review your own policy, look at:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your UM and UIM limits<\/li>\n<li>Medical payments coverage<\/li>\n<li>Any coverage you declined, and whether that choice is in writing<\/li>\n<li>The notice and proof steps your policy requires<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Hit-and-Run and Unidentified Driver Crashes<\/h2>\n<p>In a hit-and-run, the other driver leaves the scene or can&#8217;t be identified, so proof becomes the center of the claim. Gather these items early:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The police report and crash number<\/li>\n<li>Names and phone numbers of witnesses<\/li>\n<li>Traffic camera or dash camera footage<\/li>\n<li>Paint transfer or damage that suggests contact with another vehicle<\/li>\n<li>Medical records that link your injuries to the crash<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t33-ch1-22-(v24)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 33-7-11(a)(2)<\/a>, a motor vehicle is deemed uninsured if the owner or operator of the motor vehicle is unknown, and for the insured to recover under the endorsement in that case, actual physical contact must have occurred between the unknown motor vehicle and the insured or the insured&#8217;s property, unless the description of how the occurrence happened is corroborated by an eyewitness to the occurrence other than the claimant. How much you can recover varies with your injuries, medical bills, lost income, and the coverage that applies. No figure can be predicted before the file is reviewed.<\/p>\n<h2>Georgia&#8217;s Two-Year Deadline for Car Accident Claims<\/h2>\n<p>Georgia generally requires an injury lawsuit to be brought within two years after the right of action accrues, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>. Some claims against government entities have shorter notice rules:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A claim against a county must be presented within 12 months after it accrues or becomes payable, or it is barred, though minors or other persons with disabilities have 12 months after the disability is removed, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t35-t36-ch1-59-(v27)-2025-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 36-11-1<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>A claim against a city must be presented in writing to its governing authority within six months of the event, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t35-t36-ch1-59-(v27)-2025-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 36-33-5<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>A claim against the State requires written notice within 12 months of the date the loss was discovered or should have been discovered, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t50-ch13-40-(v38a)-2021-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 50-21-26<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Crashes can happen on county or city roads, so an early call helps. An insurance claim and a lawsuit are separate steps. Talking with an adjuster is not the same as filing suit, so track your dates from the start.<\/p>\n<h2>How a Gwinnett Car Accident Case Moves Forward<\/h2>\n<p>A typical claim moves through five steps, from the first conversation to a filed case when needed.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>First contact.<\/strong> We review the crash facts, your injuries, and the coverage that may apply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> We collect the police report, photos, medical records, and insurance information from everyone involved, including your own policy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documenting losses.<\/strong> You keep records of treatment, prescriptions, lost work time, and out-of-pocket costs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurance negotiation.<\/strong> We present the claim to the at-fault driver&#8217;s insurer and, when it applies, your own UM or UIM insurer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filing or resolution.<\/strong> If a fair resolution isn&#8217;t reached, the case may be filed in court.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Each step&#8217;s length varies with treatment, insurer responses, and court schedules. No timeline can be promised at the start.<\/p>\n<h2>What Affects the Value of an Injury Claim<\/h2>\n<p>A claim&#8217;s value comes from documented losses, not from a single settlement number. Injury claims usually include past and future medical care, lost wages and earning capacity, property damage, and pain and suffering.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia limits medical expense damages to the reasonable value of medically necessary care.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia also uses modified comparative fault (shared fault), under O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33; O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-1.1 covers only special damages for medical and healthcare expenses in civil actions for injury or death to a person. Damages are reduced by your percentage of fault, and you recover nothing if you are 50 percent or more responsible, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>. Each at-fault party pays only its own share.<\/p>\n<p>Early treatment and steady records matter. Gaps in care give insurers an opening to argue an injury was minor or unrelated. Speaking with an insurer before reviewing your coverage can lead to statements that are hard to take back.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14049513513\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Injured Drivers in Gwinnett Contact Slam Dunk Attorney<\/h2>\n<p>Slam Dunk Attorney is a personal injury practice based in Duluth, Georgia. It represents people hurt in car, truck, and motorcycle crashes, pedestrian accidents, dog bites, unsafe property conditions, nursing home abuse, and wrongful death. If you need a Gwinnett County car accident lawyer, the practice works with clients across Gwinnett County, metro Atlanta, and Georgia.<\/p>\n<p>Peter F. Jaraysi is the responsible lawyer on each matter. Assistants and office staff support the work with records, scheduling, and communication. The firm gives plain-language explanations of coverage, deadlines, and next steps.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Gwinnett Car Accident Claims<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What do accident lawyers do?<\/summary><p>A car accident lawyer investigates the crash, finds the coverage that may pay, works with insurers, and files suit when needed.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the statute of limitations for a Georgia car accident claim?<\/summary><p>Georgia generally requires an injury lawsuit within two years after the right of action accrues, except for actions for injuries to the person involving loss of consortium, which must be brought within four years after the right of action accrues. Some government claims have shorter notice deadlines.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much can you sue someone for after a hit-and-run?<\/summary><p>The amount varies with injuries, medical bills, lost income, and the coverage that applies. No figure can be predicted before the file is reviewed.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is a $50,000 settlement good for a car accident?<\/summary><p>A single number cannot answer that. Medical records, bills, lost income, and coverage limits decide whether an offer fits the claim.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will my own insurance pay if the other driver is uninsured?<\/summary><p>It may, if your policy includes uninsured motorist coverage.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/damaged-truck-at-accident-scene-with-police-tape-barrier-photo-4.jpg\" alt=\"Black-and-white photo of a damaged truck behind yellow police tape.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Peter F. Jaraysi About Your Gwinnett Crash<\/h2>\n<p>If the driver who hit you left the scene, had no insurance, or carried too little coverage, you may have options under your own policy. Peter F. Jaraysi can review your coverage, your deadlines, and your evidence with you. Call for a free case review, or request a free consultation through our <a href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">contact page<\/a>. The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<p><em>This page gives general information about Georgia law, not legal advice. Responsible lawyer: Peter F. Jaraysi, Slam Dunk Attorney, Duluth, Georgia. Contact: <a href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>Attorney advertising. The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice; reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship with Slam Dunk Attorney. Peter F. Jaraysi is the lawyer responsible for this content. Slam Dunk Attorney, 2250 Satellite Blvd, Ste. 120, Duluth, GA 30097, 678-648-4238.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How Our Team Can Help After a Crash<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--info\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Investigating the Crash<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team looks into how the collision happened, gathers the police report and documents what occurred so your account is clear.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviewing Insurance Coverage<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help identify the insurance policies that may apply to your claim, including those of the other driver and your own.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Handling Insurer Communications<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adjusters may contact you quickly. We can handle those conversations so you can focus on your recovery.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Filing a Lawsuit When Needed<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a fair resolution cannot be reached through negotiation, we are prepared to file suit on your behalf.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Protect Your Claim Early<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get medical care right away, even if you feel fine, and keep copies of the police report, photos, repair estimates and medical bills. Speak with a lawyer before giving a recorded statement to any insurance company.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14049513513\">Call for a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slamdunkattorney.com\/contact-us\/\">Call for a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Car Accident Situations We Handle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rear-End Collisions<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sudden stops and rear impacts on busy Gwinnett County roads can cause neck, back and spine injuries that need careful documentation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Intersection and Turning Crashes<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Collisions at intersections and during left turns often involve disputed facts, which is why a prompt investigation matters.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crashes Involving Trucks<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accidents with commercial trucks can involve multiple parties and insurers, and we help sort out who may be responsible.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uninsured or Hit-and-Run Drivers<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the at-fault driver lacks adequate coverage or leaves the scene, we review the other options that may be available to you.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading 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