There are few things as devastating as a sudden, traumatic brain injury. Brain injuries can change a person’s life in a moment, making it hard for them to do the things they used to love. They may no longer be able to work or support their families. They may struggle...
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What rights do you have after a dog bites you in Georgia?
When a dog bites you, it can cause lasting physical injuries, disfiguring wounds and psychological trauma. The cost to treat those damages can amount to thousands of dollars. You might expect to be able to take legal action against the animal's owner, but your right...
Serious spinal cord injuries can mean more than paralysis
Spinal cord injuries are types of injuries that are seen relatively often after serious auto collisions. Due to the forces involved in car and truck crashes, it’s possible that those inside a vehicle could damage their spinal columns and spinal cords. Unfortunately,...
Some pedestrians have an increased risk of being struck
A report published in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution outlines how pedestrian-involved fatal accidents have increased by 17% since last year. Fatal motor vehicle accidents are on the rise as well. Data compiled by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and...
3 locations at a business where your risk is higher than average
All property owners and managers who allow people inside their properties need to maintain their spaces in a manner that is appropriate and safe. If a business or apartment complex has unsafe spaces, people can easily get hurt. When it is clear that better maintenance...
“Significant and unsettling:” GA pedestrian risks underscored in report
Readers of this established Georgia personal injury legal blog might reasonably assume that problematic safety outcomes concerning pedestrians were materially dampened last year. After all, roadways across the state – and certainly spanning the Atlanta metro’s diverse...
What safety standards must a truck driver follow?
With a massive trucking industry serving the nation’s needs across a crisscrossing network of highways, truck accidents are likely to result in devastating property damage and catastrophic injuries. For this reason, truck drivers are held to a higher standard of...
Distracted driving leads to serious truck collisions
Truckers are susceptible to the lure of distractions because they spend so many hours on the road each day. The temptation to multitask or simply fill the time can be overwhelming. From personal grooming during a long trip to drinking coffee to stay awake, truck...
Is drowsy driving dangerous?
Whether it is due to driving home after a double shift at work or leaving a study session at the tail end of an all-nighter, it is not uncommon for motorists to share the road with fatigued drivers. Unfortunately, there are few outward signs that could point to a...
Understanding Georgia’s dog bite laws
Most dogs are loving companions with little propensity for aggression. Yet, even the sweetest canines may bite when provoked. And you never can guess when a dog may be dangerous or vicious. After sustaining a dog bite, knowing Georgia’s laws can help you protect...