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Statute of Limitations: The Deadline to File a Personal Injury Claim
Every state has an established deadline within which an injured victim must either settle a personal injury claim or file a civil lawsuit. Under Georgia law, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is set at two years. If the claim is not settled and a lawsuit has not been filed within the two-year…
Read More »Spinal Cord Injuries: Types, Treatment, and Compensation After an Accident
A spinal cord injury may be caused by damage to any part of the vertebrae, ligaments, discs, or nerves, often causing permanent changes to a person’s strength, sensitivity, and other bodily functions. An injury to the spinal cord is more than just physical — it often affects a person mentally, emotionally, and socially. Spinal Cord…
Read More »Motorcycle Accident Guide: What to Do After a Crash
In the aftermath of a motorcycle crash, you probably feel disoriented or frustrated. The best thing you can do after suffering an injury caused by a car or another rider is to consult with a motorcycle accident attorney. Here are some quick tips to get you started in the right direction: Call 911 or the…
Read More »Your Marietta Personal Injury Lawyer
If you’ve been hurt in a car wreck or injured at work and live in or around Cobb County, then our team of accident attorneys is here to protect you and your rights. We offer legal services for personal injury (auto accidents, nursing home abuse, social security disability, etc.), workers’ compensation, and wrongful death claims.…
Read More »What to Do If You Have Sustained a Head Injury in a Car Wreck
People who have suffered a concussion (mild traumatic brain injury) due to a car accident usually encounter a few problems: Their concussion may not have been diagnosed because they didn’t get medical attention. Some people dismiss their symptoms as simply being shaken up from the accident. Even if they were diagnosed with a concussion after…
Read More »Why Car Damage Doesn't Always Equal Bodily Injury
It’s a common rear-end collision scenario. You come to a stop at a stoplight or stop sign, only for a car to hit you from behind. You manage to pull over and get out to inspect the damage. Other than some dents and scrapes, your vehicle seems fine. Because your car seems okay, you assume…
Read More »New Study: Aggressive Driving and Road Rage are Common Occurrences
Aggressive driving and road rage are common occurrences in the greater Atlanta area. In fact, Atlanta ranked within the top ten cities with the most aggressive drivers in a 2019 GasBuddy study. The study found that Atlanta drivers are more than 20 percent more aggressive than the average American driver. Additionally, Georgia was ranked within…
Read More »Hit By a Driver Asleep at the Wheel: Drowsy Driving
Despite common sense and repeated warnings from experts about getting the proper amount of rest, tired or inebriated drivers still get behind the wheel and get involved in car accidents. Falling asleep behind the wheel is easily preventable. We’ll list the most common factors that contribute to car accidents caused by sleep deprivation and what…
Read More »Signs of a Pulmonary Embolism After a Car Accident
In most cases, a pulmonary embolism happens when a blood clot in the deep veins of the leg travels to the lungs, blocking one or more of the pulmonary arteries. Because a clot can block blood flow to the lungs, a pulmonary embolism can potentially lead to death. Receiving prompt medical treatment, however, greatly reduces…
Read More »Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accidents?
The short answer is yes, your health insurance should cover the medical treatment you receive for your injuries. A crash resulting in severe or life-threatening injuries is probably one of the very reasons you signed up for healthcare insurance in the first place. Insurance is betting that you won’t become injured or sick and you…
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