If you get injured at work, it can impact all aspects of your life, including your career and finances. It feels like a double-edged sword: you’re dealing with the recovery costs from the work injury, and the injury leaves you unable to continue working as you were before. Thankfully, in the State of Georgia, most …
In Georgia, exceeding the speed limit and driving at a speed greater than is “reasonable and prudent” based on road conditions is against the law. But the penalties for speeding depend on how fast the accused driver is going. If they are going fast enough, the consequences might fall under Georgia’s “super speeder” law. What …
Driving without a license is a crime in all states, including Georgia. However, there’s a difference between not having a valid license at all and simply forgetting your legally issued license at home. Both have consequences, but the former is more serious. If you need assistance with a driving without a license charge in Georgia, …
If you were hurt in a motorcycle accident, you’re probably dealing with a lot of pain and difficult emotions—not to mention medical bills and other financial costs. Many accident victims choose to hire a motorcycle accident lawyer their accident so they can get support from a professional and focus on recovery. If you’re interested in …
Thousands of people in Georgia are injured or lose a loved one in an auto accident. Truck accidents can be especially serious, as they involve massive vehicles weighing tens of thousands of pounds. Some even carry materials or cargo that are fatal in a collision. Because trucks can pose a greater threat on Georgia roads …
While riding a motorcycle can be risky, motorcycles have the same right to be on Georgia roads as any other vehicle. However, it’s helpful for bikers to understand the statistics about motorcycle accidents in Georgia to help them better exercise caution while out on the open road. Georgia Motorcycle Accident Statistics The National Highway Traffic …
Motorcycle accidents can be especially dangerous, and chances are that if you were involved in one, you have some kind of injury or property damage. In that case, you will find yourself dealing with the insurance company very soon. Motorcycle accident insurance claims should be straightforward, but instead, they’re often complicated and require a lot …
Thousands of adults and children take buses to work, school, and other locations every day in Georgia. And unfortunately, bus accidents do happen. If you or a loved one got injured or experienced property damage due to a bus accident, you may be able to file a personal injury claim for damages. Our basic guide …
Some people might use the terms “aggressive driving” and “road rage” interchangeably, but there is a significant difference. While both are serious and can cause harm to other drivers on the road, one is worse. All drivers have a duty of care to avoid actions that will put others in danger. That’s what it’s important …
When it comes to car accidents in Georgia, fault is the most important factor if you’re wanting to seek financial recovery for your damages. The person liable for the accident is responsible for the costs of said crash. If you want to recover money for your medical expenses, repairs to your vehicle, and more, you …
If you can no longer work because of a disabling medical condition, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. But even if you meet the criteria for SSD, getting approved for those benefits is easier said than done because of the lengthy and complicated disability determination process. The Social Security Administration (SSA) …
To recover money in a personal injury case, you must be able to prove 1) the other person was negligent and 2) that their negligence led to your accident (also known as causation). Negligence means the person failed to exercise their duty of care to keep others from harm. If that person is negligent, they …
Many drivers have, at one point or another, accidentally cut someone off while driving. But sometimes, the consequences can be serious. For example, if a driver pulls out in front of another and the second driver swerves to avoid a collision, they may crash. If this happens, what can the driver expect from a legal …
Hit-and-run accidents can be some of the most disheartening auto collisions. You’re already dealing with the shock and stress of being hit by another driver. If that driver then fails to pull over and deal with their consequences, they leave you with an entirely new problem. Our wish is that this never happens to you—but …
In a lot of car accidents, fault can be easy to determine. One driver makes a careless decision—like speeding or running a red light—and it causes a wreck. But what if you crash your car or cause an accident because of another driver’s actions? In that case, determining fault and responsibility for damages is more …
If you live in the Atlanta area and have been injured while working your job, you are likely entitled to financial recovery through Atlanta workers’ compensation insurance. But a workers comp case is rarely as straightforward as you’d like. Although your employer should have coverage through an insurance company responsible for covering your damages, it’s …
When you’ve had an accident or been affected by someone else’s negligence, you may have mounting expenses and undue stress. The last thing you need is for a greedy attorney to take what little money you have left. If your first concern when thinking about hiring a personal injury lawyer is the cost, our firm …
After a car accident happens in Atlanta or any other Georgia city, the police department that investigated the accident will publish a Georgia Motor Vehicle Accident Report on the incident a few days after. These accident reports contain a lot of crucial information about an accident. If you are planning to pursue an insurance claim …
Neck injuries are very common in car accidents in Georgia and can cause a lot of pain, not to mention medical bills. And while neck injuries are always legitimate, they are sometimes taken less seriously than other car accident injuries. There are two main reasons for this: Victims don’t always realize how bad neck injuries …
If you slip and fall, at no fault of your own, in a business in Georgia, you are entitled to financial recovery. And Walmart is no exception. However, since they are the biggest retailer in the country, getting money from them for your damages has some unique challenges. However, this doesn’t mean you should give up …
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