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Have You Been in a Car Accident? Don’t Ignore Your Mental Health

Car accidents are traumatic events that can result in very serious injuries. If you’ve been injured, you may be facing weeks and months of recovery or even permanent disability. You may be unable to work or enjoy day-to-day living. All of this can take a significant toll on your mental…

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Winter is Coming: How Weather Can Effect Personal Injury Claims

It seems hard to believe, but winter is right around the corner. Before we know it, the days will be shorter and temperatures will be dropping. Even though we don’t get “winter” like some of our northern neighbors, winter weather can still result in accidents across the state of Georgia.  …

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Understanding Head-On Collisions 

Few things are scarier than a head-on collision. When traveling at high speeds, two vehicles colliding head-on can produce a tremendous amount of force, resulting in very serious injuries and even death. According to the Institute for Highway Safety, head-on collisions accounted for 56% of all car accident fatalities in…

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Common Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident – Part 1 of 2

No one plans to be in a car accident. The experience can be overwhelming even if you’re not injured. In many cases, people think everything will work out ok, only to discover months later that the consequences were much more serious than they initially thought. Unfortunately, there are mistakes that…

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Common Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident – Part 2 of 2

At Slappey & Sadd, we’re committed to helping accident victims get the compensation they need to rebuild their lives. We also believe that education is important, and we want to help Georgians avoid the errors that can undermine an otherwise valid claim. We covered a few of these mistakes in…

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Settling Your Car Accident Case versus Taking it to Trial

If you suffer injuries in a car accident case that is not your fault, you could bring a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance company. As part of the claim, your lawyer will likely submit a settlement demand package. This package includes copies of all of your medical…

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Seven Common Causes of Car Accidents

Because driving is so commonplace, we tend to overlook the inherent danger that we face every time we get behind the wheel. In addition, most car accidents are caused by surprisingly common behaviors and ordinary events. If you’ve been in a car accident, chances are that one of the issues…

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Am I Going to Need an Expert Witness? (Part 1 of 2)

In any personal injury case, you need to prove your case, and in many cases, this requires the testimony of an expert witness. The phrase “expert witness” may sound intimidating, especially to non-lawyers. We hope to alleviate your fears, but also help you understand how a lawyer can help you…

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What Types of Cases Does a Personal Injury Attorney Handle?

Many people think of personal injury attorneys purely in terms of car accident cases. The truth is that a personal injury attorney can help you in any situation where you have been injured through someone else’s fault. Serious injuries can have life-altering consequences. An experienced personal injury attorney can help…

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Common Head, Neck, and Back Injuries Caused by Car Accidents

Modern safety features do a tremendous job of keeping us safe, but car accidents can still result in serious injuries. Some of the most serious injuries you can suffer are to your head, neck, or back. The most important thing you can do is get a thorough medical examination, even…

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