If you’ve been in a car accident, one of the hassles you may have to deal with is diminished value. This is the amount of value your vehicle loses after a collision. Getting an estimate isn’t as simple as eyeballing the damage. Since the auto insurance company may have to cover the repair cost for...
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Hurt at Work: Why You Need to Immediately Notify Your Employer
After you are injured at work, it’s important not to panic and make rash decisions. Stay calm and consider your options carefully. If you are hurt at work here in Georgia, the workers’ compensation laws require that you report the accident and injury to your employer within 30 days of the injury date. Please note:...
Read MoreHit By a Car? Pedestrian Right of Way Laws in GA
Even though fewer Americans drove during the pandemic, pedestrian deaths increased by 20% in the first half of 2020. With traffic at record-lows last year, how can this be? It seems that with fewer cars on the road, drivers chose to increase dangerous behaviors, including speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving. According to the Governors...
Read MoreStudy: Drivers More Likely to Speed When Using Adaptive Cruise Control
Most motor vehicle technology increases the safety of drivers, their passengers, other motorists, and the public. Adaptive Cruise Control, however, might be having the opposite effect on the roadways of Georgia. Read on for details from a new study. A Step Beyond Traditional Cruise Control With traditional cruise control, a driver sets the speed of...
Read MoreDiagnosing Neck Injuries After a Car Accident: Motion X-Rays
Neck injuries are one of the most common complaints people have after being involved in a car crash. Attorney Gary Martin Hays discusses with Atlanta chiropractor Dr. Chris Connelly in a two-part segment about the diagnosis and treatment options available to those suffering from whiplash, neck pain, and other cervical issues. The transcript has...
Read MoreCollege Park Personal Injury Lawyer Near You
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident or injured at work and live in or around Fulton, Fayette, or Clayton County, you deserve experienced and high-quality legal help. We understand that filing a car accident injury claim or a workers’ compensation claim can be fraught with uncertainty and frustration. That’s why our Atlanta injury...
Read MoreFatal Car Accident: How to Pursue a Wrongful Death Claim
Unfortunately, deadly car accidents are a common occurrence in Atlanta. On average, four people die in fatal collisions across the state of Georgia every day. In 2019, nearly 1,500 people were killed in car crashes. Around 60% of victims were not wearing seatbelts. Most deadly crashes are caused by unsafe driving behaviors, such as distractions,...
Read MoreStatute of Limitations: The Deadline to File a Personal Injury Claim
Every state has an established deadline within which an injured victim must either settle a personal injury claim or file a civil lawsuit. Under Georgia law, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is set at two years. If the claim is not settled and a lawsuit has not been filed within the two-year...
Read MoreSpinal Cord Injuries: Types, Treatment, and Compensation After an Accident
A spinal cord injury may be caused by damage to any part of the vertebrae, ligaments, discs, or nerves, often causing permanent changes to a person’s strength, sensitivity, and other bodily functions. An injury to the spinal cord is more than just physical — it often affects a person mentally, emotionally, and socially. Spinal Cord...
Read MoreMotorcycle Accident Guide: What to Do After a Crash
In the aftermath of a motorcycle crash, you probably feel disoriented or frustrated. The best thing you can do after suffering an injury caused by a car or another rider is to consult with a motorcycle accident attorney. Here are some quick tips to get you started in the right direction: Call 911 or the...
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