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Atlanta Car Accident Attorneys w. Ted Spaulding

Atlanta Car Accident Attorneys w. Ted Spaulding

By: Ted Spaulding
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Atlanta Car Accident Attorneys w. Ted Spaulding is a podcast built for anyone who has ever walked away from a crash wondering what to do next. Hosted by Ted Spaulding — founding attorney of Spaulding Injury Law and one of Georgia's most decorated personal injury lawyers — this show translates the complexity of accident law into clear, actionable guidance for everyday people who need real answers, not legal jargon. Ted has spent over two decades in Georgia's courtrooms and negotiating tables, exclusively representing accident victims. He has never worked for insurance companies. He has never taken shortcuts. And with a track record that includes lifetime recognition from the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and consistent placement among the top trial lawyers in the country, he brings the kind of insight to each episode that only comes from handling thousands of cases across every type of accident imaginable. Each episode tackles the real situations that injury victims face — confronting insurance adjusters who undervalue claims, figuring out what evidence actually matters, understanding when it's smarter to fight in court than to settle early, and learning what the other side hopes you never find out. Whether the topic is uninsured motorist coverage, how trucking companies avoid liability, or the simple steps you should take in the first hour after a collision, Ted covers it all in a way that anyone can follow. This podcast is for the person who just got hurt and doesn't know what to do. It's for the family member trying to help a loved one navigate a claim. And it's for anyone who wants to understand how the legal system works before they ever need it. Topics covered in this podcast include: * What to do immediately after a car or truck accident in Georgia * How insurance companies assess and often undervalue injury claims * Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage explained * Why medical documentation can make or break your case * The real difference between settling and going to trial * Common errors that quietly destroy personal injury claims * How experienced attorneys build strong, winning cases * Ted's journey from Georgia law student to one of Atlanta's most recognized injury attorneys Whether you are dealing with an active claim, still recovering from a crash, or simply want to be informed before something happens, Atlanta Car Accident Attorneys w. Ted Spaulding gives you straightforward guidance from an attorney who has fought — and won — for clients across the state of Georgia. Free consultation at spauldinginjurylaw.com | 470-821-48812026
Episodes
  • How Do Police Reports and Evidence Win Car Accident Lawsuits in Atlanta w. Ted Spaulding

    How Do Police Reports and Evidence Win Car Accident Lawsuits in Atlanta w. Ted Spaulding
    May 30 2026
    Building a winning Atlanta car accident lawsuit starts with the evidence gathered in the first hours after the crash. Ted Spaulding of Spaulding Injury Law breaks down every evidence category - police reports, scene photos, witness statements, dashcam footage, medical records, and expert witnesses - and explains how Georgia injury lawyers combine them to overcome insurance defense tactics. Questions answered in this episode: Why is the police accident report so important in an Atlanta car accident claim? Can a police officer's fault opinion decide who wins a Fulton County car accident lawsuit? How does dashcam and surveillance video change the value of an Atlanta accident claim? What is negligence per se and how do traffic citations strengthen a Georgia injury case? Topics covered: police accident report fault narrative and officer credibility, negligence per se doctrine via Georgia traffic violations, accident reconstruction, vehicle damage analysis, dashcam and surveillance evidence, witness statement strategy, medical records and causation burden of proof, expert witness use, insurance defense tactics including IME challenges and causation disputes, and the settlement-versus-trial decision in Fulton County. Georgia legal authorities: negligence per se under Georgia common law, O.C.G.A. § 40-6 traffic violation provisions establishing fault, and evidentiary standards for police report admissibility. "The vast, vast majority of the time, what the officer says goes. They're the expert. The best way to put it is they're the person that has no dog in the fight, right? They're coming, they're getting both sides of the story, witnesses, any other evidence, whether there's video, any of that kind of stuff, to determine how did this wreck occur, and therefore who's at fault." - Ted Spaulding Ted Spaulding is a personal injury attorney and founder of Spaulding Injury Law in Atlanta, Georgia. Spaulding Injury Law | Atlanta, Georgia | 770-762-2932 | spaldinginjurylaw.com #AtlantaCarAccident #GeorgiaPersonalInjury #PoliceReport #NegligencePerSe #SpaldingInjuryLaw #AccidentEvidence #FultonCounty #CarAccidentLawsuit The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is unique. Contact Spaulding Injury Law or a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction to discuss your specific situation. Chapters 00:00:00 What Evidence Wins a Car Accident Lawsuit in Atlanta? Georgia Police Reports and Proof 00:01:00 Why Is the Police Accident Report So Important in an Atlanta Car Accident Claim? 00:04:00 What Information in a Georgia Police Report Affects Your Compensation? 00:07:00 Can a Police Officer's Fault Opinion Decide a Fulton County Car Accident Lawsuit? 00:11:00 How to Correct Errors in a Georgia Police Accident Report 00:14:00 How Do Scene Photos Strengthen a Fulton County Car Accident Case? 00:18:00 Why Do Witness Statements Prove Liability in Georgia Car Accident Lawsuits? 00:20:00 How Does Dashcam and Surveillance Video Impact Atlanta Accident Claims? 00:22:00 What Medical Evidence Proves Injuries in a Fulton County Car Accident Case? 00:25:00 How Do Expert Witnesses Strengthen Georgia Car Accident Claims? 00:28:00 How Do Accident Reconstruction and Vehicle Damage Prove Fault in Atlanta? 00:31:00 How Do Traffic Violations Strengthen a Georgia Accident Claim? Negligence Per Se 00:35:00 What Role Do Medical Bills Play in Proving Georgia Car Accident Damages? 00:41:00 How Do Atlanta Lawyers Layer Evidence to Build a Strong Car Accident Lawsuit? 00:46:00 Can a Weak Police Report Be Overcome With Stronger Evidence in Georgia? 00:50:00 How Do Georgia Insurance Companies Challenge Evidence After a Car Accident? 00:53:00 Why Do Atlanta Accident Cases Settle Faster When Evidence Is Strong? 00:55:00 How Does Disputed Evidence Affect the Likelihood of a Trial in Georgia? 00:57:00 What Are the Most Powerful Pieces of Evidence in Atlanta Car Accident Lawsuits?
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    59 mins
  • How Do Crash Type and Injury Type Affect Car Accident Compensation in Atlanta w. Ted Spaulding

    How Do Crash Type and Injury Type Affect Car Accident Compensation in Atlanta w. Ted Spaulding
    May 30 2026
    What your Atlanta car accident claim is worth depends on the crash type, the injury you suffered, and how Georgia's 50% comparative fault rule applies. Ted Spaulding of Spaulding Injury Law walks through every crash scenario and injury type - from soft tissue and TBI to paralysis, PTSD, and wrongful death - and explains how Georgia law determines compensation. Questions answered in this episode: What are the most common car accident types in Atlanta and how do they shape injury claims? Why do Georgia insurers dispute soft tissue and whiplash claims? What is maximum medical improvement and why does it set the turning point in a Georgia settlement? What rules apply when a truck or rideshare driver causes an Atlanta crash? What is Georgia's 50% comparative fault rule and two-year statute of limitations? Topics covered: Georgia's 50% comparative fault bar under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33, the two-year personal injury statute of limitations, anti-litem notice for government defendants, uninsured motorist coverage, FMCSA trucking regulations, maximum medical improvement, the eggshell plaintiff doctrine, non-economic damages, accident reconstruction, and wrongful death recovery. Georgia legal authorities: O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33 (comparative fault), O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 (two-year SOL), anti-litem notice requirements, UM/UIM coverage statutes, FMCSA hours-of-service regulations. "Our last offer was two days before trial and it was only $550,000. We ended up trying the case because of his injuries. The jury came back at $3.28 million because he had a fusion surgery on his neck alone, and that is a permanent injury. You've got hardware in your neck for the rest of your life." - Ted Spaulding Spaulding Injury Law | Atlanta, Georgia | (470) 695-9950 | spaldinginjurylaw.com #AtlantaCarAccident #GeorgiaPersonalInjury #CarAccidentInjuries #GeorgiaComparativeFault #SpaldingInjuryLaw #MaximumMedicalImprovement #UninsuredMotorist #WrongfulDeath The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is unique. Contact Spaulding Injury Law or a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction to discuss your specific situation. Chapters 00:00:00 What Determines Car Accident Compensation in Atlanta? Crash Types and Georgia Injury Law 00:01:05 What Are the Most Common Car Accident Types in Atlanta? Georgia Negligence Law 00:03:10 Why Do T-Bone and Head-On Collisions Cause the Worst Injuries in Atlanta 00:06:14 How Do Rollovers and Hit-and-Runs Change Your Atlanta Claim? Uninsured Motorist Coverage 00:11:55 Why Do Georgia Insurers Dispute Soft Tissue and Whiplash Claims? 00:15:10 What Are the Signs of a Traumatic Brain Injury After an Atlanta Car Accident? TBI 00:19:18 How Does Paralysis Change Compensation in an Atlanta Spinal Cord Injury Case? 00:23:14 How Do Broken Bones and Internal Injuries Affect Your Georgia Car Accident Damages? 00:28:35 Can You Recover for PTSD, Burns, and Disfigurement in Georgia? Non-Economic Damages 00:34:39 How Do Delayed Injuries and Preexisting Conditions Affect a Georgia Claim? Eggshell Plaintiff Rule 00:41:20 What Should You Do in the First 72 Hours After an Atlanta Car Accident? 00:45:45 What Is Maximum Medical Improvement and Why Does It Set Your Georgia Settlement? MMI 00:50:03 How Does Accident Reconstruction and Dashcam Evidence Strengthen an Atlanta Claim? 01:02:46 How Do Georgia Insurers Calculate Settlements and Why Is the First Offer a Lowball? 01:14:04 How Are Lost Wages and Future Earning Capacity Calculated in a Georgia Injury Case? 01:17:26 What Rules Apply When a Truck or Rideshare Driver Causes an Atlanta Crash? FMCSA 01:20:48 What Happens When the At-Fault Driver Is Uninsured in Atlanta? Georgia UM/UIM Coverage 01:21:15 How Does Georgia Handle Wrongful Death After a Fatal Car Accident? 01:25:34 What Is Georgia's 50% Comparative Fault Rule and the Two-Year Statute of Limitations?
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • How to File a Car Accident Claim and Common Mistakes to Avoid w. Ted Spaulding

    How to File a Car Accident Claim and Common Mistakes to Avoid w. Ted Spaulding
    May 19 2026
    What you do after an Atlanta car accident decides what your claim is worth under Georgia law. Ted Spaulding of Spaulding Injury Law walks Abby through scene steps, fault rules, deadlines, and when to call a lawyer. Questions answered in this episode: What should you do immediately after an Atlanta car accident? When is the SR-13 form required to report a Georgia car accident? How does Georgia's 50% rule affect what you can recover? Should you give the at-fault insurer a recorded statement? What if the other driver has no insurance? How does UM/UIM coverage work? Topics covered: SR-13 reporting, Georgia fault-based insurance, $25,000 minimum liability, UM/UIM coverage, 50% modified comparative negligence, recorded statements, preservation of evidence letters, vehicle black box data, diminished value, medical liens, two-year statute of limitations, ante litem notice, punitive damages, and Fulton County trial procedure. Georgia statutes referenced: O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 (two-year statute of limitations), § 40-6-273 (SR-13 reporting), § 51-12-33 (apportionment / 50% bar), § 33-7-11 (UM/UIM coverage), § 36-33-5 (six-month city ante litem), and § 50-21-26 (one-year State of Georgia ante litem). Ted Spaulding on calling the police after every Atlanta crash: "If you're truly not at fault, the police are your best friend. They are the experts that come out." Ted Spaulding on recorded statements with at-fault insurers: "There is no law that requires you to do a recorded statement with the at fault parties insurance company. The only reason why they want it is to try to use it against you later if they can." Ted Spaulding founded Spaulding Injury Law in Atlanta and handles Georgia car accident and personal injury cases on contingency. Free consultation: spauldinginjurylaw.com Phone: (470) 695-9950 Office: 50 Hurt Plaza SE #1536, Atlanta, GA 30303 #AtlantaCarAccident #GeorgiaModifiedComparativeNegligence #SR13Form #UMUIMCoverage #FultonCountyLawyer #GeorgiaAnteLitem The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Every case is different. To discuss your specific situation, contact Spaulding Injury Law or a licensed Georgia attorney. Chapters 00:00:00 What to Do After a Car Accident in Atlanta, Georgia 00:00:29 What Should You Do Immediately After an Atlanta Car Accident? 00:09:54 Should You Call the Police After a Minor Atlanta Fender Bender? 00:13:15 Are You Required to Report a Car Accident in Georgia? SR-13 Form 00:15:26 Where to Get Medical Care After an Atlanta Crash? EMS to ER 00:19:21 How Does Georgia's Fault-Based Insurance System Work? 00:25:33 What Is Georgia's Minimum Liability Limit? The $25,000 Problem 00:30:04 What Is Georgia's 50% Rule? Modified Comparative Negligence 00:32:33 How Is Fault Determined? The Police Report in Atlanta Cases 00:34:39 How Do You File a Georgia Car Accident Claim? 90-Day Notice Rule 00:38:47 Should You Give Atlanta Insurance Adjusters a Recorded Statement? 00:41:50 How Do Georgia Insurance Companies Reduce or Deny Claims? 00:45:22 What Evidence Wins an Atlanta Crash Case? Video and Black Box Data 00:48:20 How Do Medical Records Affect a Georgia Settlement? Medical Liens 00:52:38 How Long Do You Have to Sue After a Georgia Car Wreck? 00:54:53 Ante Litem Notice: Suing a Georgia City or County After a Crash 00:57:33 Can You File a Claim If You Were Partly at Fault in Georgia? 00:59:03 What Damages Can You Recover in a Georgia Car Accident Claim? 01:02:58 When Should You Settle vs File a Lawsuit in Fulton County? 01:09:07 What Is the Fulton County Trial Process? Discovery and Depositions 01:12:58 When Should You Hire a Car Accident Attorney in Atlanta? 01:14:30 What Are the Biggest Mistakes That Hurt a Georgia Car Claim? 01:16:07 What If the Other Driver Has No Insurance? UM/UIM Coverage 01:17:45 Final Advice for Atlanta Car Accident Victims 01:18:33 How to Reach Spaulding Injury Law in Atlanta
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    1 hr and 20 mins
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