Spaulding Injury Law Podcast

Alright, in today's video I want to talk about the number one safety feature that you can either add to your motorcycle for a couple of hundred dollars or you ought to look to get as a standard feature on your next bike purchase.

This safety feature was found by the IIHS to reduce fatal accidents by 37%. It is the number one safety feature, never even thought about it in my mind until I read this article discussing it.

It's something that we take it such advantage of and don’t even think about in our regular everyday vehicles

and quite frankly, it's something that's not offered very often on motorcycles.

Back in the day it wasn’t offered at all, now, it's starting to be offered more and more but we still see it mainly on the higher end bikes.

But again, it's something so cheap to just add to your current bike or if you're out there in the market for a new one, see if they have it as a standard feature or if they'll add it for you cheaply as part of your purchase.

And that feature, you may have guessed it by now, ABS brakes.

Of all things, ABS brakes, such a reduction, in first fatal accidents and really severe accidents and they say the reason is because the ABS brakes, naturally, they provide for more stability when you're having to apply the brakes in emergency style, a lot of bikes, once you do that without ABS brakes you're going to lose the steering functionality and you're going to have to lay that bike down.

One of the biggest ways this can help is that the biggest type of accident that we see out there on the roads in Georgia is a car turning in front of you as you're driving down the road.

They don’t see you, got to lock up that brake, what often times happens is that causes you to flop, it causes you to have to lay the bike down because you can't control it as you're slamming on the brake to try to avoid that vehicle that's cutting in front of you.

ABS brakes, number on feature, go out and get it, get it for your bike now, get it for that new bike, very important.

If you have any questions, concerns about your particular motorcycle issue I might be able to direct you to somebody, maybe I can answer it if it has anything to do with law related things or safety issues, feel free to reach out to me; 7707440890, happy to talk to you, you can also get my contact information if I'm out in court or somewhere else.

On my website, there's a contact form, it will shoot me an email, I can get with you quickly if I'm out on the road, that website is pauldinginjurylaw.com.

Thank you so much for watching this video.

In this informative video, find out why it’s harder to settle a motorcycle property damage claim. It’s confusing as you figure out what your rights are.  Whose insurance company should you go through? What if they quote you for second-hand replacement parts? How should you work with the adjuster? These are just a few of the questions you might have if you find yourself faced with the difficulties of reaching a fair settlement after your motorcycle has been involved in an accident.  
   Learn about your best strategy when this happens, and how to negotiate a fair settlement. You’ll hear about what to watch out for, and what to do if you’re overwhelmed doing it yourself. If you have any questions, please visit   https://www.spauldinginjurylaw.com/at... or contact us at (770) 744-0890.

If you’re involved in a car accident on private property. It’s important that you take a couple of things into account. It could save you in the event you or your car are injured or damaged. Check out this video from Attorney Ted Spaulding to learn what to look for.   And how it could save you after an accident.

How are wrongful death settlements handed out in Georgia? There’s a certain order that the courts use to handle these settlements. Check out this video from Attorney Ted Spaulding to learn how this works in Georgia.

No one wants to be involved in a motorcycle crash, but accidents happen every day. I   hope to provide some useful tips to drivers and bikers on how to stay safe on the road. 

This is a reminder to keep an appropriate gap between you and the vehicle in front of you when you are at a stop. There should be enough room between the two of you so that you can maneuver at the last minute if you need to.

I’ve had several cases where a motorcyclist where the motorcycle rear-ended the car in front of it and also was hit by the car behind them which is incredibly dangerous when riding a motorcycle. It’s such an easy mistake to avoid, and you can save yourself a lot of trouble by just staying vigilant and not taking chances.

Lane splitting is where motorcyclists go between two lanes of traffic going in the same direction. Lane filtering is when motorcyclists use the outside edge of the furthest right or left lane. They are both ways that motorcyclists can maneuver around cars on the road. 

Lane filtering is much safer than lane splitting because the motorcyclist is not in between two lanes where they could easily be hit. 

Lane splitting may be more convenient but it, in my experience, it is not worth the risk. Lane filtering is much safer, and it is easier to get a bill legalizing lane filtering passed than one legalizing lane splitting.

When riding a bike, proper positioning at an intersection is crucial. As you are approaching an intersection, you should be thinking about several vital things, the most important one of them being the position you should take.   
The easiest way to understand safe positioning is through the so-called   "Third Method." Imagine the lane having three thirds: the middle, the left, and the right third. The essential thing you must remember is the position you DON'T want to be in, which is the middle third of the lane.
The middle third of the lane usually has debris and oil which may cause issues with stopping, but also with accelerating. It can make you lose control over your bike either as you try to stop or to take off at an intersection. Always take either the left or the right part of the lane.
Whether you're going to take a right or left third depends on many factors, from weather conditions to traffic, whether there is another vehicle in front of you or behind you, or if there is a lot of traffic at the intersection, etc.
Choose right or choose left, but make sure you never take the middle third.

Atlanta lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, talks about compensation for total loss.

Having an attorney help you with a personal injury claim can help immensely. But do you need an attorney in Georgia? You need to think about two main factors when making this decision. Check out this video from Attorney Ted Spaulding to learn what these two factors are and whether or not you need an attorney.

I've seen this topic going around quite often lately. Is laying your motorcycle down the right way to avoid a wreck? This is a controversial topic with a controversial answer.

Riding your motorcycle in a bubble is extremely dangerous. If you don’t know what that means you need to watch this video. Attorney Ted Spaulding breaks down what a bubble is and how much reaction time you need to be safe riding your motorcycle.

There are so many factors that play a role in resolving a personal injury claim. A couple of factors are much more important in determining how long it will take. Watch this video from Attorney Ted Spaulding to learn the most important factors when settling a claim. And how long it can take.

One of the main practice areas for the trial lawyers at Spaulding Injury Law is dog bite and other dog attack cases in Atlanta and throughout the State of   Georgia. Watch this video to learn more about this important type of injury case and what to think about if you or a loved one have been injured in a dog bite incident in Atlanta or the surrounding area.

What this video to learn what the statute of limitations is in Georgia in a car accident case. Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, from Spaulding Injury Law explains what the limitations is in Georgia and what it exactly means needs to be done before the deadline. Don't miss this very important information if you have been injured in an Atlanta car accident.

Lawrenceville, Georgia and Gwinnett County is a very important area to the lawyers at Spaulding Injury Law. One of our main offices is located right in the downtown Lawrenceville area and our personal injury trial lawyers have been handling injury cases in Gwinnett County courts for a combined 25 plus years.

Watch this video to learn from Atlanta personal injury attorney, Theodore A.   Spaulding, who really pays your medical bills after an accident or other injury incident in Georgia. The answer to this question will surprise you and give you tips on what you can do to ensure you get all the medical care you need to fully recover.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, reviews what a personal injury lawyer does (apart from advocating for injured clients, trying cases, and settling cases). He explains why learning details about a client's life is so crucial for success.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, reviews key points for proving fault or negligence in a personal injury lawsuit.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, discussing how to determine pain and suffering during a case, along with the intricacies of making this decision. He reviews why this is a complex point and the many factors involved.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, explains the importance of venue when valuing a case and why location of trial is a very influential decision.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, explains misconceptions around medical bills after an injury due to negligence. He also explains who foots the bill for medical bills and how reimbursement works.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, defines punitive damages and explains when they can be pursued in a personal injury case.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, discusses social media can play a part in determining settlements in personal injury cases. He reviews best practices for posting and what can be interpreted.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, reviews how fees are divided after a personal injury case is resolved. He also reviews insurance company settlements, which are complex.

Atlanta personal injury attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses the legal timeline of a Georgia personal injury case and what to expect during litigation.

Atlanta personal injury attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses what a new client needs to show to a personal injury lawyer at their first meeting, including evidence and reporting around their accident.

Atlanta personal injury attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses how to determine the valuation of a personal injury claim.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, reviews what to do when in a car accident and the other party is uninsured or underinsured. He also explains UM claims and how they are unique.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, reviews tricks that insurance companies can use to limit payment and how to maximize your settlement.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses liability when different parties are driving your vehicle, which includes insurance claims and negligence.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses if car accident settlements are taxable and how to best determine this with tax professionals.

Atlanta personal injury attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses how the Spaulding   Injury Firm encourages clients to handle property damage claims on their own. He also discusses how to do this and the types of claims that can arise.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses how long you have to file a claim after a car accident with your insurance company and how this ties into bringing a case to court.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, defines UM insurance and why it is so important to have.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses various ways to get a police report after a car wreck and why it is essential when filing a claim.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses whether or not you can file an accident claim with a lawyer without having a police report for evidence and witnesses.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses how statutes of limitation work in Georgia during car wrecks, along with the intricacies of different types.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses how to determine what your car accident case is worth and how working with a car accident lawyer can help.

Atlanta attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses the statute of limitations for a property damage claim in Georgia and how a claims process works.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses how to quantify pain and suffering and how this can factor into your car accident claim.

Atlanta car accident attorney, Theodore Spaulding, discusses 11 steps to take immediately after a car accident, and how a personal injury lawyer can assist with your claim.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, explains the laws around motorcycle hemet laws in Georgia and how these laws affect your personal injury claim.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, explains how laws work in Georgia regarding motorcycle helmets and the intricacies of what's required.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, explains what is most important when choosing a motorcycle accident attorney.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, explains the one thing you should never do when dealing with a motorcycle accident claim.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, explains why motorcycle accidents can be very difficult in trial and how the Spaulding Injury Law firm can help.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, explains 5 key tips for success while dealing with a motorcycle accident case.

Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, Theodore Spaulding, examines how insurance companies try to avoid the maximum payment after a motorcycle accident.