Concussions can be categorized under five main subtypes: headache/migraine, vestibular, cognitive, ocular-motor, and anxiety/mood. Each may also be accompanied by two associated conditions (cervical strain and sleep disturbance). Someone who has suffered a concussion can have one or more types of concussions and experience multiple symptoms. Watch out for symptoms of a concussion (also known...
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Can You Be Compensated If You're Injured During a Work Break?
If you’re hurt during a lunch or work break, you may be able to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Under Georgia law, a worker may file a claim depending on what kind of break they were on when the work injury occurred. The law differentiates cases based on whether or not an injury happened during a...
Read More11 Common Truck Accident Questions Answered
Tractor-trailer crashes can leave people with serious injuries and questions — questions they’ve never thought to ask before. We’ve helped victims of truck accidents pick up the pieces of their lives and get justice for injured or lost loved ones. One thing we stress to any potential clients, however, is that filing a claim against...
Read MoreCommon Sense Halloween Safety Tips for Trick or Treating
If you’re going out this year to trick-or-treat, make sure you and your kids are fully prepared for all of the hazards they may encounter before having some spooktacular fun. By following basic safety measures, everyone can have a safe and enjoyable Halloween. Guidelines for parents: Never let your child head out alone, especially if...
Read MoreHow to Obtain a Georgia Accident Report From BuyCrash
Any time an officer is called to the scene of a wreck, they fill out an auto accident report. This report will contain important information about your crash that can help when you file a claim for financial compensation. You should get a copy as soon as it is available. One of the simplest ways...
Read MoreSigns and Symptoms of Post-Accident Shock
You may have heard the phrase during a TV drama as a nurse or paramedic rushes to save someone’s life: “They’re going into shock.” What is shock and why is it such a life-threatening condition? After a major car accident, victims who suffer from traumatic injuries may experience insufficient blood flow throughout the body. This...
Read MoreWhat If an “Act of God” Causes a Work Injury or Death?
In rare cases, a worker may be injured or killed by an unusual or statistically improbable event outside of their control. There is no way to predict when or where a freak accident, natural disaster, or act of God will occur. Here is an example of one such case: In McKiney v. Reynolds & Manley...
Read MoreTypes of Airbag Injuries After a Crash
Airbags are one of the primary ways car manufacturers keep drivers and riders safe in case of a car accident. According to the NHTSA, front airbags reduce injury and death in automobile accidents by up to 41 percent. When combined with a passenger wearing a seatbelt, the risk of death is reduced by 61 percent,...
Read MoreWho is at fault for a crash caused by brake failure?
Properly working brakes are critical for safely bringing cars and trucks to a stop. When brake failure occurs, drivers are often unable to slow down or stop to avoid a collision. Crashes linked to brake failure often occur at full speed and result in serious injuries and fatalities. If you or a loved one was...
Read MoreCan I Receive Workers’ Comp if an Injury Aggravates a Pre-Existing Condition?
Georgia law recognizes the fact that employees may have a pre-existing problem when they step foot on their employer’s worksite. According to Lumbermen’s Mutual Casualty Co. v. Griggs, “Fortunately for the employee, perfect health is not a prerequisite to the enjoyment of benefits of this statute.” This means the employer cannot argue that the employee...
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