For most of us, going to the grocery store is a regular occurrence that we don’t think twice about. Unfortunately, grocery stores often have significant slip, trip, and fall hazards that can leave shoppers with serious injuries. In fact, the injuries you can sustain in a slip and fall accident…
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What Can I Get for Pain and Suffering After a Motorcycle Accident?
Being involved in a motorcycle accident can result in severe physical injuries, emotional distress, and a significant impact on your quality of life. While you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills and property damage, many accident victims wonder what they can get for their pain and suffering. Understanding…
What to Do in the Aftermath of a Pool Accident in Atlanta
Summertime is synonymous with fun and relaxation by the poolside, especially in a city like Atlanta, known for its scorching summer temperatures. However, accidents can happen even in the most idyllic settings, and a pool injury can quickly turn a day of leisure into a stressful situation. Whether it’s a…
What Should Families Do after a Fatal Truck Accident in Georgia?
Experiencing the loss of a loved one in a fatal truck accident is an unimaginable tragedy that can leave families devastated and overwhelmed. During such difficult times, it is crucial to understand the legal rights and options available to the family members affected by the accident. If you find yourself…
Know the Signs of Day Care Abuse
As a parent, one of the most difficult decisions you will have to make is choosing the right day care for your child. You want to ensure that your child is safe, happy, and well-cared for while you are at work. Unfortunately, day care abuse is a reality that many…
How to Drive and How Not Drive in Wet Weather
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 75% of weather-related auto wrecks happen on wet roadways with 47% of crashes occurring while it’s raining. Those percentages translate to 544,700 annual injuries on wet roads and 357,300 annual car crash injuries whenever it rains. Also, more than 50% of auto…
Understanding Your Rights When Filing a Product Liability Claim
The idea of responsibility for product defects is not new. As far back as 2200 BCE, the Messopotamians established the Code of Hammurabi – a system that helped people who were injured from a defective product. Since that time, three major phases have evolved in modern product liability law.…
Common Springtime Accidents in Atlanta
Spring in Atlanta is a beautiful time of the year, with flowers blooming, warmer temperatures, and longer days. However, the season also brings with it a unique set of risks that can lead to accidents and injuries. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the most common springtime accidents in…
How Your Footwear May Affect Your Slip-and-Fall Claim
Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence law for personal injury claims. The state awards settlements to personal injury claimants as long as the other party is primarily at fault. For example, if you’re shown to be 49% at fault, you can still recover money. You just can’t share fault…
Will the other Party’s Insurance Pay for Your Damages?
When you get into an accident, it’s only natural to want more than just a quick fix. You want to be paid for any pain and suffering caused by the accident, your lost wages, any physical injuries you may have suffered, and so on. The good news is that if…