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A car accident can cause a traumatic brain injury when the head is struck or the brain moves violently inside the skull—even if there are no visible injuries. Symptoms may not appear right away, which is why prompt medical evaluation is important. Early diagnosis can...

Why It’s Important to See a Doctor After a Car Accident   After a car crash in Atlanta—or anywhere in Georgia—the importance of seeing a doctor after a car accident comes down to two things: protecting your health and creating timely medical documentation. Even...

If you’ve been injured in an Atlanta bus accident, the best first steps are to get to safety, call 911 for a police report, document the scene, exchange information, and get medical care—even if injuries seem minor. These actions can help protect your health and...

Bias against motorcyclists can lead insurers, police officers, or jurors to assume the rider caused the crash, which may reduce settlement offers or shift fault unfairly. Unfair bias in motorcycle accidents can influence how a report is written, how negotiations play...

When on the cusp of a legal situation, Georgia residents can sometimes avoid going through a full trial by reaching an agreement through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). Alternative Dispute Resolution is a set of methods—such as mediation or arbitration—that...

Pedestrian accidents are rarely minor. While some people may walk away with a few cuts and bruises, more serious crashes can cause severe injuries, disability, or worse. Unlike motor vehicle operators, pedestrians are completely exposed. When they get hit by a car,...

Safe Passing Distance for Bikes in Georgia: The 3-Foot Rule   The passing distance in Georgia is three feet; however, not all motorists adhere to these rules, which can result in serious bicyclist injuries. According to Georgia law, bicycles are considered...

While no one anticipates being taken to court, the reality is that anyone can end up facing a lawsuit. It’s not uncommon for personal injury victims to sue people responsible for their injuries and seek compensation. If you’re sued for causing injuries or property...

Wrongful death claims are typically the result of a personal tragedy. Losing a family member because of someone else’s reckless, malicious or negligent actions is never easy. Not only are you coping with immense grief and emotional trauma, but you’re also forced to...

Riding a bicycle in the bustling Atlanta metro area can be a dangerous activity. While people driving cars are shielded by a sturdy layer of steel and safety glass, cyclists are fully exposed to outside elements. This makes them vulnerable to serious injuries...

What Happens When a Public City Bus Hits Your Car? The first thing you should do after a MARTA bus hits your car is the same thing you should do after you're involved in any motor vehicle accident. Check on your passengers and the bus driver and passengers to see if...

You might not be able to claim any compensation for a medical accident unless you can prove the accident and the resulting injuries were caused by negligence. If a medical provider fails to meet their standard of care and you suffer an injury as a result, your injury...

Your Guide to Understanding Georgia’s Fault Laws   How Georgia Law Applies Shared Fault to Injury Claims   Yes. Georgia is a modified comparative negligence state. You may still recover compensation after an accident. This is true even if you share some...

Product liability cases are personal injury torts or claims filed by a plaintiff who was injured by a defective product (or the family member/estate of a person who was killed by a defective product). Most defective product claims are related to manufacturing defects,...

  Understanding the various types of medical malpractice can be crucial in identifying whether you or a loved one may have a valid medical malpractice claim. When healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, patients can suffer devastating consequences...

People who decide to file civil lawsuits are faced with the burden of having to prove their case. This differs greatly from criminal cases where it’s up to a prosecutor to prove a defendant’s guilt to a judge or a jury. Since jail time is not a punishment in civil...

Are No-Fault and Personal Injury Protection the Same Coverage? Personal injury protection (PIP) is sometimes referred to as no-fault insurance – but Georgia is not a no-fault insurance state. PIP is not required or available to most drivers in our state, but many...

While the Hands-Free Georgia Act prohibits drivers from holding a cell phone or any other electronic wireless device while driving, many people still prioritize these and other distractions over safe, uninterrupted driving. Cell phones are a significant part of our...

Navigating Georgia Dog Bite Laws: Owner vs. Dog Bite Victim Responsibility Under Georgia's dog bite law, when a dog bites a person, its owner is responsible for the attack unless the animal was provoked. Dogs can bite for various reasons, most of which are...

People rely on doctors and medical professionals for treatments, surgeries and other medical interventions. While most doctors provide quality care, medical malpractice can and does occur. Medical malpractice happens when a doctor or other medical professional like a...