Personal Injury

Whether you are walking to a local shop for ice cream, going for a scenic bike ride, or taking an early-morning jog, warm weather lends itself to increased pedestrian activity on busy roadways. While the potential for good times increases in the summer, the potential for injury does as well. The more time pedestrians spend…

Even the most experienced jumpers can fall victim to a fatal skydiving accident. According to the Associated Press, 49-year-old Joseph Bennet—an instructor with more than 6,000 jumps under his belt—tragically died on June 10, 2017 during a parachute landing in Monroe, GA. Bennet lived in Buford and worked for Skydive Monroe. The company’s owner, Bill…

More than 14 million minimally invasive cosmetic procedures take place each year, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. These procedures range from hair removal and facial peels to Botox injections and microdermabrasion. Experts credit affordability and availability for this increased popularity, but consumers also appreciate that these procedures are less invasive, generally only…

Self-balancing scooters, known as hoverboards, are the type of toy we adults dreamed of growing up. However, these devices have been responsible for a number of injuries and property damage in recent years and, most recently, the tragic death of a three-year-old girl in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that over…

The effects of a severe burn injury are painful and lasting. Not only are victims subjected to excruciating pain and prolonged recovery times, but they are also forced to deal with the mental scars of permanent disfigurement.  Medical professionals classify burns as first, second, or third degree injuries. Third degree burns are the most severe,…

Common carriers transport products or people from one location to another. Trucks, boats, trains, planes, and various methods of public transportation may classify as common carriers. When these vehicles are involved in serious crashes, the resulting injuries can be extremely severe and widespread. In addition, several individuals or companies may share responsibility, which can make…

Litigation stemming from the surgical insertion of transvaginal mesh in women has dramatically increased over the years as there has been a steady increase in the number of women reporting severe injuries stemming from the use of the device. This spike in lawsuits has led the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to address the inherent risks associated with the utilization…