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The 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 More »How 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 More »Safe 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 More »Can 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…
Read More »What Are Common Brain Injuries From Car Accidents?
Car accidents are more than just momentary events; they can leave lasting scars both physically and psychologically. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, car accidents are one of the leading causes of head injuries. Brain injuries from car accidents are concerning due to their often subtle onset and potentially profound impact on…
Read More »First-Time Car Accident With Major Injuries: What to Do Next
“I just experienced my first car accident and I’m hurt. What should I do?” If you were involved in a severe car accident recently, there are some important next steps you need to take and pitfalls to avoid in the near future. Major crashes can differ from minor crashes in significant ways. On top of…
Read More »Collapsed Lung After a Car Accident: Symptoms and Treatment
The chest is the largest part of the human body, therefore it is more likely to take the brunt of the impact and damage in a wreck. The lungs provide a critical service to the body. They intake air every second of every day, replenishing oxygen into the bloodstream, which is used by every cell…
Read More »Downtown Atlanta's MLK Cycle Track Recognized Among Nation's Best Bike Lanes
Bike lanes can help protect cyclists from injury. Atlanta's new Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Cycle Track recently received national recognition for being one of the best bicycle infrastructure projects in the country. Specifically, People For Bikes ranked the MLK Cycle Track the 14th best new bike lane in the country in 2023. "The MLK…
Read More »Apartment Gunshot Injuries and Death: A Legal Guide
Neglected apartment complexes are often used by criminals to target innocent individuals and their valuables or autonomy. These encounters may turn violent, leading to severe wounds or loss of life. Just recently a man was found shot to death at a northwest Atlanta apartment complex. This is but one example of many shootings that happen…
Read More »Common Traumatic Injuries After a Truck Accident
Semi-trucks, heavy trucks, tractor-trailer trucks — no matter what they’re called, these large vehicles have the capacity to severely injure or kill travelers or bystanders in the blink of an eye. The average passenger car, weighing in at 4,100 lbs (just over two tons), is no match for a fully loaded tractor-trailer hauling 80,000 lbs…
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