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Key Points: They say there are no bad dogs. That’s hard to keep in mind when you’re a delivery driver who just got savaged by someone’s Cane Corso. Or a mother whose child was bowled over by a couple of dogs who were “Just playing.” When you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog, your first thought is […]
Key Points: Table of Contents Garbage Truck Accidents Can Cause Serious Life-altering Injuries Garbage and recycling trucks are huge, heavy pieces of machinery, which are difficult to maneuver in tight spaces. The old adage applies as these huge trucks lurch from house to house on narrow streets – they operate like bulls in our “China […]
Key Points: If you’ve been injured because of a dangerous condition on someone’s property, this legal guide explains how Georgia’s premises liability claims work, how fault is determined, the evidence needed to strengthen a claim, and the compensation that may be available. Understanding Premises Liability and How These Claims Work Premises liability is the area of law that holds property owners […]
Key Points: You are probably learning this the hard way, but after a car accident, expenses can add up quickly – especially if you were injured and have medical bills. Unfortunately, insurance companies often rely on the fact that many accident victims fail to properly document and report their out-of-pocket costs. The at-fault driver’s insurance adjuster […]
Key Points: Fully loaded semi-trucks are a common sight on the highways around Atlanta. These huge vehicles can be an awesome sight at a distance, but they’re not as pleasant when they are coming up behind or beside you in heavy traffic. When an 18-wheeler hits a passenger car at highway speeds, the consequences for the passenger […]
Key Points: Can Self-Employed Business Owners Recover Lost Income After a Car Accident? Georgia law allows you to recover income lost due to injuries. That right is not limited to employees with a traditional paycheck. Recoverable damages such as lost wages mean “income you lost because you could not work due to your injuries, as well as future lost earning capacity if your injuries affect […]
Key Points: The Police Report and What It Means for Your Car Accident Claim A police report may be first document an insurance company reviews after a crash and adjusters often rely on it because it is fast, official, and immediately available. But the report is not the only evidence that matters, and it is not always the most accurate reflection of what happened. These reports […]
Key Points: You were driving home on I-285 when a distracted driver rear-ended your vehicle at highway speed. Your body lurched forward, your head hit the steering wheel, and your wrist slammed into the dashboard. After emergency treatment and imaging at the hospital, you returned home with a concussion, a fractured wrist, stitches on your […]
Key Points: Can a Nursing Home Be Sued for Being Understaffed in Georgia? If you’ve watched your mother lose weight, develop pressure sores, or fall repeatedly in the same nursing home and keep hearing “we’re just short-staffed today” you’re not alone. Chronic understaffing is one of the most common and preventable causes of harm in Georgia long-term care facilities. This guide walks you […]
Key Points: Hand and wrist injuries can happen almost anywhere. You may fall and catch yourself wrong or pinch your wrist between two heavy objects. Insurance companies often challenge hand and wrist injuries because they may not appear to be serious. Your hands contain most of your nerves and tendons, so even a minor injury can cause lasting pain and disability. A sprain […]
Key Points: Do You Need Physical Therapy After a Car Accident? You were rear-ended on I-285 last week. Your back is stiff, your neck hurts when you turn your head, and the ER doctor handed you a discharge sheet that said, “follow up with physical therapy.” Is physical therapy necessary, or just another inconvenient medical appointment or bill you can’t afford? Physical […]
Key Points: Can an Injured Passenger File a Claim Against the At-Fault Driver? Yes. Personal injury claims are filed against the at-fault driver in an accident. Whether it was the driver of your car, the other car, or both, the passenger can file a claim against any of them. Georgia requires every driver to carry at least $25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident in […]
