Part of the appeal of riding motorcycles is the freedom it provides on the open road. That same freedom, however, provides little protection if you’re in an accident. Unlike 4-wheeled cars and trucks, which have a steel frame and body, as well as seatbelts, airbags and other safety mechanisms to protect its occupants, motorcyclists are… Continue Reading about Georgia Motorcycle Accidents
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Medical Misdiagnosis Cases
Signs You’ve Had a Stroke The unexpected, sudden death of actor Luke Perry has brought to light the severity of strokes and the warning signs that everyone should be aware of. According to the American Heart Association, someone in the US has a stroke every 40 seconds on average. In 2016, stroke accounted for about 1… Continue Reading about Medical Misdiagnosis Cases
Car Accident Lawsuit Process
Not every personal injury case goes to trial. In Georgia, most auto accident claims are settled before a lawsuit is even filed. However, if the interested parties can’t agree on a settlement amount, or if they can’t agree on who’s at fault, then it’s likely that the plaintiff’s lawyer will file a lawsuit and let… Continue Reading about Car Accident Lawsuit Process
Personal Injury Law Basics
A personal injury is an injury to a person as opposed to property. It is when a person has suffered an injury, and another person is legally responsible for that injury. There are several ways that a person can suffer a personal injury. From an Accident – such as a car or truck accident, an… Continue Reading about Personal Injury Law Basics
No Lawyer Will Take My Case
With all the advertising by personal injury lawyers, you’d think there would be no problem finding a lawyer to represent you after being injured in an accident, but this isn’t always the case. If you’ve been injured, there are several reasons why a lawyer may not take your case. The Type of Accident Not all… Continue Reading about No Lawyer Will Take My Case
Top 3 Reasons to Hire an Attorney for a Car Accident
Keep in mind that this information applies if you were injured in a car wreck due to someone else’s carelessness. If there were no injuries, and the only damage was property damage to the vehicle, then you may be able to handle the claim on your own, and you won’t need to hire an attorney… Continue Reading about Top 3 Reasons to Hire an Attorney for a Car Accident
Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
You’ve been injured because of someone else’s actions. You might be confused about what to do next, or you might try to file a claim with your insurance company only to find that they are not helping like you thought they would. In this case, you should consider hiring a personal injury lawyer – they’ve… Continue Reading about Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Swimming Pool Accidents and Distracted Parents
When it comes to pool safety, don’t let your guard down just because summer is nearing the end. We often hear about the link between distracted driving and auto accidents, but what about the link between distracted parents and child swimming pool accidents. There are almost 800 children who drown in the U.S. each year.… Continue Reading about Swimming Pool Accidents and Distracted Parents
5 Tips to Maximize Compensation for Your Georgia Injury Claim
You’ve suffered an injury and hired a lawyer to help you recover for your loss. While the lawyer you’ve hired will do the work necessary to get you full and fair compensation, there are some things you can do to help with that process in order to get the most money for your personal injury… Continue Reading about 5 Tips to Maximize Compensation for Your Georgia Injury Claim
Georgia Cell Phone Law
Be prepared for the new Georgia cell phone law! Effective July 1, 2018, it will be illegal in Georgia to hold a cell phone and talk while driving. Instead, if you talk and drive, you must do so hands-free via Bluetooth or some other hands-free device. Distracted Driving Statistics According to the Georgia Department of… Continue Reading about Georgia Cell Phone Law