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Torn Meniscus: How Long Does It Take to Heal?
Updated August 23, 2023 A torn meniscus can be a painful, debilitating injury. Even worse, your injury may be the result of a violent car crash or work accident, leaving you unable to drive, work efficiently, or pursue the normal activities and hobbies you enjoy. A severe knee injury involving a meniscus tear may require…
Read More »I was Injured in a crash with a rideshare driver. What are my legal options?
Rideshare companies (also known as transportation network companies), like Uber and Lyft, offer quick and convenient transportation when it is needed most. They are often touted as cheaper and more advanced alternatives to taxis in most cities across the United States. Atlanta residents rely on rideshares to get to work, medical appointments, and home after…
Read More »How to Know If You Have an Injured Rotator Cuff
The rotator cuff refers to a group of four muscles that come together as tendons to cover (cuff) the shoulder joint. They keep the arm bone stabilized and attached to the shoulder socket and allow for smooth, fluid rotational movement. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, roughly two million people in the U.S.…
Read More »Top 9 Factors We Consider When Evaluating a Personal Injury Claim
One question we are often asked whenever a potential client calls our firm is: “What is my case worth?” This is a great question and we certainly understand why clients would want to know the answer. They have had their lives turned upside down because of someone else’s negligence. They want to know whether or…
Read More »Mysterious Back Pain After Car Accident: Facet Joint Injuries
Updated February 17, 2025 Facet joints help bind the spinal column together. Damage to these tiny joints along the spinal column can cause intense, lingering neck and back pain. Because they are so small, facet joints are difficult to spot on a scan, so a sufferer’s pain is often ignored. This can leave some injured…
Read More »Client Story: I Never Thought It Would Ever Happen to Me
Northbound I-285 Past Memorial Drive May 27 It’s Saturday, and 49-year-old Tineke is on her way home to get ready for her second job. Suddenly, a car entering the highway switches lanes, striking the passenger side and rear of Tineke’s vehicle. She loses control and veers into a ditch beside the road. The other driver…
Read More »Is drugged driving just as prevalent as drunk driving?
Last month, we discussed the commonality of crashes caused by alcohol-impairment. In addition, we identified the point at which impairment begins, even among drivers with a legal BAC limit. Drunk driving is a major safety concern during the holiday season. We hear the public service announcements warning drivers not to drink and get behind the…
Read More »What to Do About Neck Pain After a Wreck
Neck pain after a car accident is common. For most people, it only lasts for a few hours or days. But for some, the crash can result in serious injury. Seek medical attention and reach out to our law firm if you are experiencing severe neck pain after a wreck. Neck Injury Symptoms Motor vehicle…
Read More »How to Safely Drive Around Large Trucks
Large trucks, also known as tractor-trailers and semi-trucks, are designed to efficiently haul tons of goods over long distances. Their size and limited maneuverability, however, mean that if they are involved in a crash, the damage can be devastating. Wrecks involving tractor-trailers killed more than 4,700 people in the U.S. in 2017 — 195 of…
Read More »Broken But Not Undone: Brandon’s Story
It was the end of a perfect September day when Brandon’s life changed forever. While riding in the passenger seat of his friend’s car, the traffic light ahead turned red. By the time Brandon realized his friend hadn’t seen the light change, it was too late. As the 1998 Ford Mustang GT sped across the…
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