The significant rise in teen driver car crashes during the summer months has led AAA to coin the term "100 Deadliest Days." This is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Statistics show that teen car accidents surge during this period because teens are out of school and on the roads more frequently. The...
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FBI Raids Cortland Management Headquarters Over Alleged Rent Price Fixing Scheme & Potential Negligence
On May 22, 2024, the FBI conducted a dawn raid of Cortland Management headquarters in Atlanta. The raid was part of the DOJ’s antitrust investigation into a potential conspiracy to inflate rent prices in several states. Cortland Management is a property management company with around 85,000 properties nationwide. Property Neglect In 2022, the AJC conducted...
Read MoreFrequently Violated Georgia Traffic Codes Resulting in Car Accidents
Traffic laws are ever-changing. Even if they weren’t, it is unlikely you are aware of every traffic code in the state of Georgia. It is important that you familiarize yourself with the traffic laws in your state. Doing so limits the number of accidents and promotes public safety. Below is a list of nine of...
Read MoreCommon Injuries Following a Bicycle Accident
Bicycling is not only an efficient mode of travel, but it is a fantastic way to save money, stay active, and reduce your carbon footprint. That is why so many Americans rely on bicycles for transportation. Bicycle accidents are more common than you may think, and they can be catastrophic. The most prominent threat to...
Read MoreComminuted Fractures: Recovering After a Car Accident
Broken bones are one of the most common injuries caused by car accidents. While bone fractures are common, they may cause intense pain, swelling, bleeding, and decreased mobility. These injuries may leave you unable to carry out day-to-day activities and significantly impact your quality of life during recovery. Comminuted fractures are a type of broken...
Read MoreGeorgia Drivers Urged to Watch Out for Motorcyclists This Safety Awareness Month
May marks the annual observance of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. This period is designated to encourage sharing the road with bikers and following safe driving practices to help prevent motorcycle accidents. The Georgia Department of Driver Services Motorcycle Safety Program (GMSP) plays an important role in this initiative. It aims to educate motorists and motorcyclists...
Read MoreThe Telephone Challenge: 3 Questions to Ask a Lawyer Before Hiring Them
Attorney billboards and commercials. You see them everywhere. Smiling faces, catchy taglines, phone numbers pasted in giant, bold font. The one thing they all want: calls. Attorneys in Georgia (and many other states) are prohibited by law from calling potential clients. They have to wait for people to call them first. And even though we’re...
Read MoreHow Medicare/Medicaid Affects Car Accident Injury Claims
If you were involved in a severe wreck that you did not cause and rely on Medicare or Medicaid for healthcare benefits, you may be wondering what you are covered for and whether you are allowed to file a personal injury claim. The good news: an injured party is allowed to file a personal injury...
Read MoreSafe Driving the Focus of Distracted Driving Awareness Month
In Atlanta and cities across the nation, motorists are being encouraged to practice safe driving habits and stay attentive on the road during Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which takes place every April. So, why is Distracted Driving Awareness Month so important? Distracted driving has become a widespread problem, especially when more drivers today are consumed...
Read MoreCan an Undocumented Immigrant Pursue a Personal Injury Claim?
If You Are an Undocumented Immigrant in Georgia, You Have Rights An undocumented immigrant (sometimes referred to as an “illegal immigrant”) is a person residing in the United States without a valid immigration status, such as an expired work visa or green card. When they are injured, most undocumented immigrants do not seek out medical...
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