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Key Points: Table of Contents What is a Ruptured Spleen? The spleen is an organ in the upper left abdomen that helps the body fight infection. A ruptured spleen is a serious injury that can happen when the spleen is damaged or torn. It can be ruptured by trauma, such as a car accident, a […]
After a Georgia car or truck accident, finding one or more credible witnesses may help you or your attorney prove that you deserve fair compensation. This Georgia legal resource written by our attorneys may help. Key Points: When a motor vehicle accident happens in the busy Atlanta region, there’s a good chance other drivers, pedestrians, […]
Key Points: When you are involved in a serious car accident in Georgia, the driver responsible for causing the crash can be held liable for the costs, even if that at-fault driver did not survive the collision. Whether it’s medical costs, lost wages, or past and future pain and suffering, you can hold the (deceased) […]
Key Points: Table of Contents If you were recently injured in a car accident in Georgia and the at-fault driver was issued a traffic ticket, you might be wondering how their ticket could affect your personal injury claim. While a traffic ticket alone won’t prove fault, it provides powerful support for your claim by showing […]
Key Points: Table of Contents What Is Aggressive Driving in Georgia? Aggressive driving often means moving traffic violations that put other motorists, pedestrians or property at risk. In Georgia, aggressive driving is treated as a serious traffic offense because it often leads to severe accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Examples of aggressive driving include: Interesting […]
Insurance companies usually raise the prices, or premiums, after a car accident because they see the driver as riskier. The main goal of an insurance company is to handle risks and make sure they can pay for any claims that might happen. When a driver has an accident, it could mean they’re more likely to […]
Insurance companies want more clients. They want more business. They often want to grow, and they want to be more profitable. So when a client is eating into their profits, they may seek to terminate the relationship with that client. In Georgia, as in many other states, insurance companies can cancel or decide not to […]
Key Points: Table of Contents What Does a Physiatrist Do? Physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians are also known as physiatrists. These specialists treat a wide variety of medical conditions as well as trauma-related injuries involving the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Physiatrists, unlike physical therapists, are actual medical doctors who […]
Key Points If you’re injured in a car accident, the cost of medical care can be a tremendous burden on you and your family. When another driver is to blame for the accident, you may have an injury claim against their auto insurance company. However, even if someone else is ultimately held responsible, settling a […]
Key Points: Table of Contents What Is Your Hearing Worth? It’s nearly impossible to imagine putting a price on your hearing loss. Personal injury lawyers with experience in hearing loss cases have the training and tools to help prove that your hearing loss was caused by the trauma of your accident. The Millar Law Firm […]
