After an injury, you may find yourself facing numerous costs – from lost wages to medical bills, prescriptions, and even the cost of in-home care while you recover. These costs can add up and make your recovery even more stressful. When you file a personal injury claim, you may realize…
In any personal injury claim, there are two major factors that determine the final outcome of your case: Negligence and causation. Negligence is what refers to the party’s failure to take reasonable care that was owed to the victim. Causation is what refers to proving that the defendant’s failure to…
Speed limits are set as a way to control traffic, but also for safety. Georgia law defines the maximum speed limits that motorists must comply with when traveling on Georgia roadways. Driving over these speed limits could result in citations, but also could be considered negligent. Excessive speeding could result…
A car accident can leave a person shaken. No one anticipates being in an accident when they leave their home or work. When it happens, it can be difficult to think clearly about what steps to take. Your actions, however, can greatly influence the outcome of a personal injury claim…
Winter is lovely. There’s nothing quite like a graceful snowfall and the views it creates. However, this beautiful snow also causes a significant number of vehicle accidents to occur. Whether inhibiting a driver’s visibility or causing surfaces to become slippery, snow – along with freezing rain and sleet – can…
Two teen girls, Isabella Chinchilla, 16, and Kylie Lindsey, 17, were killed when the vehicle they were travelling in crashed into a Georgia State Patrol car on Highway 27. From the information available, a series of poor choices combined that Saturday night, leading to heartache for family and friends. Dangerous…
Scientists have long known that getting enough sleep is essential for people to operate at their best, both mentally and physically. However, many people report having driven while they were drowsy, as many as 1 in 24, according to a recent study by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention…
Many injured victims with valid claims face a harsh reality when they are unaware of the time limitations to file personal injury suits. While Georgia law allows injured victims the right to collect compensation, the time for which they can exercise that right is strict. There is a common misconception…
As technology continues to advance, cell phones have become less of a luxury and more of a necessity for everyday life. While electronics and the internet certainly make many aspects of life much easier, they also present a constant temptation of distraction from the most mundane parts of the day.…
Safety on the road should be a top priority for all drivers, but most of us will experience an accident that is not our fault. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), over 2.3 million people were injured as a result of an accident in 2013. Whether it…