How Long Does an Atlanta Injury Case Take?
The duration of a personal injury case can vary widely. While some personal injury cases can be resolved in a matter of months, others take several years, especially if they involve complex legal issues or severe injuries. Here are the phases of a typical personal injury case: Medical treatment During this phase, the injured party…
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injuries Are Financially Devastating
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are painful, life changing, and expensive for victims and their families. TBIs are particularly devastating because they have a tremendous impact on an individual’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being. Here are some reasons why traumatic brain injuries have such profound effects: Complexity of the brain: The brain is the control…
Read MoreWhat Kinds of Questions Will the Trucking Company Ask in My Deposition?
If you were injured in an accident with a large commercial truck, the trucking company’s attorney will likely ask you a series of questions during your deposition. These questions will be intended to gather detailed information about the accident, your background and your injuries. Here are some common categories and sample questions they may ask:…
Read MoreWhy Are More Young People Getting Cancer?
Cancer diagnoses among young people are on the rise. Recent research has shown an increase in early-onset cancers affecting individuals under the age of 50. A recent study by Brigham and Women’s Hospital revealed a significant rise in breast, colon, esophagus, kidney, liver, and pancreas cancer globally since around 1990. This increase is attributed to…
Read MoreWhy We Need Side Guards on Large Trucks
In May 2024, an unintended whistleblower told the Washington Post the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) hid critical truck safety information from consumers. The 75-year-old man, who had retired from his job as an engineer for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), spoke out about a research project he had once managed. The project…
Read MoreCan You Sue a Venue for a Stage Diving Injury?
A fan suffered a severe spinal cord injury and was left partially paralyzed after the lead singer of a band “stage-dived” on top of her during a New York show in May 2024. The woman underwent surgery for a spinal cord injury following the accident at a Trophy Eyes show in Buffalo, NY. Trophy Eyes…
Read MoreGeorgia Remains a Dangerous Place to Give Birth
Georgia ranks 6th in the top 10 worst states to give birth because of cost, quality of care, and maternal mortality rates. According to WalletHub statistics, Georgia ranked near the bottom (46th, 48th, and 42nd) in three respective categories: health care, baby-friendliness, and family-friendliness. The state’s highest ranking was #29 for cost. The state’s infant…
Read MoreHow Accident Reconstruction Helps Prove Your Case
Accident reconstruction combines principles of physics, engineering, and forensic science to produce a comprehensive understanding of a motor vehicle accident. It is used by law enforcement, insurance companies, legal professionals, and safety organizations to determine liability, improve road safety, and prevent future accidents. What is accident reconstruction? Accident reconstruction is a scientific process used to…
Read MoreShould I Take My Truck Accident Case to Trial?
With an ever-growing number of trucks on our Atlanta roads, it is important to hold all negligent drivers, trucking companies and manufacturers of faulty parts accountable for truck accidents. The best way to hold all negligent parties fully accountable for your accident is by going to trial. When you take your truck accident case to…
Read MoreWhat Should You Do When a Semi-Truck Hits Your Car?
Savannah, Georgia is more than a cultural center and historic town. It is also home to some of the densest semi-truck traffic due to our major seaport. With the fourth busiest sea port in the United States, the city sees anywhere from 10 to 12 thousand truckloads of goods delivered every day, according to FreightWaves.com.…
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