When you read the term “black box,” you might think of an airplane. After an airplane crash, investigators will pull the flight data and cockpit audio from the black box, in order to determine what led to the incident. But, did you know that large trucks and newer passenger cars also have black box tracking…
Garbage trucks perform an essential service. They remove and handle waste from people’s homes and businesses across Georgia. Even though these trucks serve an important role, when a large vehicle like that is handled negligently, particularly on residential roads, it can pose a significant and sometimes life-threatening risk. Moreover, if you are injured as a…
Attacked by a Dog in Georgia? Here’s How to File a Dog Bite Report If you’ve been bitten or attacked by a dog, you may want to file a claim against the owner and seek compensation for your injuries. To do this, you’ll have to file a dog bite report. In today’s blog, we’ll share…
During our initial meetings with clients, one of the first questions we’re asked is “What is the value of my claim?” Understandably, people want to know how they will be compensated for their personal injury. It can be difficult to answer this question upfront. Personal injury settlement amounts depend on a variety of factors, including…
Many people may be intimidated by the phrase “personal injury litigation”, but, put simply, the word “litigation” means a balancing of power. Our country has a legal system through which an individual who has suffered a loss can balance power with a multibillion-dollar insurance company. The personal injury litigation process begins by filing a lawsuit….
Should you hire a personal injury attorney to handle your case? What are the benefits of hiring a personal injury attorney? If you’re looking for representation for an accident or negligence claim, the answer is “yes, you should hire an attorney”. A personal injury attorney can advocate for your case, help prove that the at-fault…
If you’ve been involved in an accident, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. What will your medical treatment look like? Can you afford to take time off work? How will you hold the at-fault party responsible? In today’s blog, we’re discussing how a personal injury attorney can help you through this…
Georgia has updated its bicycle safety laws. Effective this month (July 2021), the updated legislation gives both drivers and cyclists new guidance as to passing a bicycle on the roadway and, for the first time, provides enforcement for violation of the law. Georgia’s “Three Feet” Law Under the original version of this law, O.C.G.A. §…
Every day in the US, about 30 people are killed in drunk-driving-related accidents. That’s about 12,000 people every year. (Source: NHTSA). According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, many of those convicted of drunk driving got behind the wheel at least 80 times before they were arrested for DUI. Even if a drunk driver loses their…
If you or a loved one are injured in an accident caused by the reckless or negligent actions of another driver, there are several types of compensation available for any injuries or other losses. In Georgia, you will often see that the accident victim was awarded emotional distress damages because of their injuries. In Burrow…
