5 Tips for Staying Safe this Halloween 10/16/2017 Halloween brings out the spookiest goblins, most delicious caramel apples, and festivities that excite both children and adults alike. While most people look forward to Halloween, it is one dreaded by emergency room physicians and first responders. Sadly, Halloween is one of…
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AAP Issues Policy on Home Births
AAP Issues Policy on Home Births 04/29/2013 The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is concerned with the welfare of children all throughout the United States. That is why the academy recently released a policy regarding home births. Many individuals decide they want to have their child in their own home.…
National Bike to School Day: How to Pick a Safe Bike for Children
On May 9th, your child might be encouraged to bike or walk to school as part of National Bike to School Day. To participate safely, you not only want them to have the right equipment but the right type of bike. Surprisingly, parents often buy the wrong size or style…
Qualities to Look for in a New Physician
Most people find themselves looking for a new doctor unexpectedly. Perhaps your doctor has retired, you are moving, or you are ill and need medical care right away. Regardless of why you are looking for a doctor, it is important not to rush that decision. You want to make sure…
Exploring the Dram Shop Laws in Georgia
Alcohol is a common cause of the state’s most severe and tragic accidents. When someone is injured because of a drunken driver, they have the right to seek compensation from the at-fault driver, but also the vendor that supplied the alcohol. Most states in the U.S. now have laws that…
Gives Veterans a Chance to Succeed
After their years of service, many veterans return to home only to realize that they do not have a career path set. After all, the average of a person enlisting in the United States Military is 21, because the maximum age allowed is 35 years. Therefore, a 21-year old is…
Who Pays When the Lawsuit is Won?
A personal injury lawsuit might name an individual, company, or insurance company. However, you may wonder if you win, which party pays for the lawsuit in your judgment or a settlement situation. The answer depends on the lawsuit and if the defendant has insurance coverage. When you are injured, and…
Offers 3rd Annual $1,000 Veterans’ Education Scholarship
Van Sant Law is a proud supporter of America’s heroes. That is why our law firm is offering up the Annual Veterans’ Scholarship to all U.S. military veterans who are attending college or a local university. The winner is chosen based on his or her application, along with a brief essay…
Slip and Fall in a Nursing Home: Can You Sue?
Nursing homes are there to provide individuals with extended care and safety due to age, ailments, or when recovering from surgery and illnesses. When something bad happens at a nursing home facility, you may wonder what your options are in terms of holding them accountable or receiving compensation. Nursing homes…
A Thank You from a Teacher Scholarship Winner
Mr. Van Sant, Our class would like to thank you, as your firm’s scholarship afforded us the opportunity to get access to a popular website that the students thoroughly enjoy. Through this scholarship, we can implement more technology into our instructional learning. Thank you! Have a wonderful day!!! Allison Adams,…