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An Atlanta Attorney on Recovering From a Car Wreck with Chiropractic Treatment
You were involved in a car wreck. Now what? After going through the required steps - exchanging insurance information and contacting police - you feel well enough to continue with your day. Days later, you notice discomfort in your back, neck, or shoulders. You may experience tingling in the arms or ringing in the ears.…
Read More »I’m Not the Suing Kind
We hear this phrase all the time from our clients: "I'm not the kind of person who sues." They are hesitant. And we understand why they feel this way. They don't want to be the "bad guy" or seem like they are being greedy. Popular culture often stereotypes personal injury lawyers and clients as eager…
Read More »Workers' Compensation and Returning for Light-Duty Work: An Atlanta Attorney Explains
You've been injured on the job. You've gone through all the critical steps to file your workers' compensation claim. Your attorney successfully advocated for a fair settlement while you recover. Now, your employer decides to offer you light-duty work. It's important to first understand this is often a money-saving tactic used by your employer's insurance…
Read More »7 Important Qualities to Look For When Hiring a Car Wreck Lawyer
You're driving down the road, minding your own business, when a car rams into you from behind. The other driver apologizes and says they weren't paying attention. Your car is totaled and you're injured. You're already dreading your medical bills and future treatment costs. What do you do? You should hire a lawyer that specializes…
Read More »The Secret Insurance Companies Don’t Want You to Know About Diminished Value
We want to expose one of the best-kept secrets in the insurance industry. The insurance companies are saving literally hundreds of millions of dollars each year right here in Georgia because of this secret. This money should be paid to Georgia's consumers. But like most things, if the person doesn't know they are entitled to…
Read More »What Is My Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?
There's nothing quite like the thrill of riding a motorcycle on an open road on a bright, sunny day. But with great reward comes great risk. Over 80% of all motorcycle accidents result in injury or death to the rider. In 2018, 264 motorcyclists were killed in traffic collisions here in Georgia. But while most…
Read More »Settling Your Workers’ Compensation Case: How Long Does It Take?
The following is an excerpt from Gary Martin Hays' best-selling book The Authority On Workers' Compensation Claims in Georgia. If you have questions about your rights after a work injury, give us a call at (770) 934-8000. The two questions clients often ask us when we first meet are: How long is this going to…
Read More »An Atlanta Attorney on the Best Ideas to Avoid Motorcycle Crashes
Those who enjoy the freedom of the open road can often be seen cruising on their motorcycles throughout greater-Atlanta. It's unfortunate that many drivers of passenger cars fail to see motorcyclists or show any regard for them. Driving distracted, aggressive, impaired, or tired are all habits that put motorcyclists at risk of being injured or…
Read More »Why MRIs and CT Scans Often Miss Traumatic Brain Injuries
We've covered the types, symptoms, and treatments for traumatic brain injuries after a wreck or work accident in a previous blog post. Sometimes the signs are obvious, but many times they are not. Here's how to find out if you're suffering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a wreck or work accident and…
Read More »Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists’ Coverage and Why You Absolutely Need It
If you live in the state of Georgia, you are required to purchase insurance for your car or motorcycle. It's the law. Unfortunately, there are many drivers on Georgia's roads and highways operating vehicles without insurance coverage. If one of those drivers crashes into you, there is no insurance company to negotiate with. It will…
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