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Atlanta Lawyers for Victims of Fatal Drunk Driving Accidents
According to the NHTSA, a person dies in a drunk driving accident every 52 minutes in the U.S. That’s 28 people each day. In 2019, more than 10,000 people lost their lives in drunk driving accidents; tens of thousands were severely injured and traumatized. Drunk driving deaths are easily preventable. It is a choice to…
Read More »Georgia Ranked 6th Most Dangerous State for Red-Light Running
According to the National Coalition for Safer Roads (NCSR), Georgia is 6th on the list of “Top Ten Most Dangerous States For Red-Light Running,” based on data showing 32 fatalities in the state linked to drivers running red lights in 2019. Nobody likes to see the traffic light changing to red as they approach an…
Read More »How Injured Victims of Violent Crimes Can Receive Compensation
There has been a rise in violent crime across Atlanta and neighboring cities this year. Murders, shootings, sexual assaults, robberies, and aggravated assaults have all seen an alarming spike, and no one is sure of what the causes are yet. Despite the emotional and physical trauma surrounding a crime, injured victims aren’t without recourse. They may…
Read More »Recovering From a TBI: Why Exercise Is Vital
After a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion, it is advised that the injured person rest and refrain from engaging in mentally or physically strenuous activities. However, a TBI victim should not lay in bed all day as this can do more harm than good. At some point, the doctor should direct the patient to…
Read More »Georgia Hit-and-Run Accident Guide
A hit-and-run accident occurs when the driver who caused the accident flees the scene. Hit-and-run accidents may involve another car (parked or while driving), a motorcyclist, a bicyclist, or a pedestrian. The reasons an at-fault driver leaves the scene of a wreck vary from person to person: they may be scared, under the influence of…
Read More »Georgia Workers’ Compensation for Catastrophic Injuries
While rare, catastrophic injuries do happen, often because of a preventable worksite incident or a defective product or machine. A catastrophic work accident can leave a person physically, mentally, and emotionally scarred for the rest of their life. Hospital bills, rehabilitation costs, medication, and surgeries can soar into the hundreds of thousands of dollars. The…
Read More »21 Simple Do’s and Don’ts After Suffering a Concussion
After being diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), it can be difficult to know what to do next. We’ve compiled a list of easy-to-remember tips on what to do and not to do during the recovery phase. What You Should Do 1. Rest Get plenty of rest and avoid strenuous activity. Instead, practice low…
Read More »Lack of Seat Belt Use Creates Wave of Fatal Ejection Accidents
Despite there being fewer cars on the road in 2020, the number of fatal accidents that involved occupants being ejected from their vehicles skyrocketed by 20%. The revelation fits in with a growing body of knowledge that points to increased unsafe driving habits during the COVID-19 lockdown last year. Early estimates by the National Highway…
Read More »Top 4 Causes of Death in the Construction Industry
Construction is an inherently risky industry. Every project, no matter how small or large, comes with its own set of hazards, which can lead to serious and life-threatening injuries. Construction jobs are complex. Job sites can quickly change, and large trucks, machinery, pieces of equipment, and debris are constantly being hauled to and from the…
Read More »Leg Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents and How to Protect Yourself
Due to their small size, motorcycle riders are often missed or hidden in drivers’ blind spots. Drivers who are distracted or not paying attention may pull out in front of a motorcyclist or crash into them while merging into another lane. A motorcyclist’s legs are particularly vulnerable in a crash. The leg often bears the…
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