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Choosing the Right Nursing Home
Assisted living homes have a reputation for poor-quality care and many who are in the process of placing a loved one in a personal care facility are desperate to find a safe place. How do you choose the right facility and the best possible care for your loved one? Many issues, such as reports of…
Read More »Can Driving at a Legal BAC Level Be a Factor in an Alcohol-Related Crash?
Every day across the United States nearly 30 people, on average, are killed in crashes related to drunk driving. In 2017, approximately 10,874 people lost their lives due to drunk driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In 2016 alone, there were more than 368 traffic fatalities throughout the state of Georgia…
Read More »Nursing Home Abuse in Georgia
A disturbing exposé series by the AJC called “Unprotected” examines the dark side of senior care facilities in Georgia. Reports of nursing home abuse and neglect, sexual assaults, and suspicious deaths are routinely ignored, underreported or covered up by staff or managers. Neglecting the elderly is a crime but police and prosecutors were not notified in…
Read More »Treatment for Broken Bones and Fractures After an Accident in Georgia
Bones are not easily broken — they are flexible, to a degree. When they crack or break, it is usually due to some sort of extreme force, such as violent car wrecks, motorcycle accidents, tractor-trailer crashes, work injuries, or gunshots. Treating broken bones or bone fractures can be incredibly expensive. The injured body part or…
Read More »5 Myths and Facts About Wearing Seat Belts
There are many myths surrounding seat belt safety. We analyze the most common misconceptions, reveal the truth, and share tips on what you can do to ensure you and your fellow passengers stay safe while riding in a car. Myth #1: There is no need to wear a seat belt if you aren’t driving that…
Read More »Atlanta Officials Ban E-scooters at Night Following Four Fatalities
Atlanta is one of several major cities across the United States struggling to find ways to reduce emissions and ease traffic congestion. Dockless electric scooters and e-bikes offer the convenience that many residents and visitors are looking for. They do, however, come with serious risks that city officials are currently grappling with. Electric scooters first…
Read More »What Damages May Be Recovered In An Inadequate Security Claim?
The following is an excerpt from Gary Martin Hays' book The Authority on Inadequate/Negligent Security Claims in Georgia. If you have questions regarding negligent security, contact us at 770-934-8000. In an inadequate/negligent security claim, victims don't just have to cope with the physical and monetary damages inflicted upon them. The greatest harm that may be…
Read More »Attorney and Co-Creator Gary Martin Hays Excited About Personal Injury Court TV Show
Gary Martin Hays & Associates is proud to announce a brand-new TV show called Personal Injury Court. The show runs every weekday from 4 to 5 p.m. locally on Atlanta's CW Network and other stations across the nation. Attorney Gary Martin Hays is a co-creator, legal producer, and legal commentator for Personal Injury Court. He's…
Read More »Diagnosing and Treating Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder pain is a common complaint in personal injury and workers' compensation cases. The majority of problems involve soft tissue injuries, including muscles, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage. These injuries are often caused by repetitive motions, straining, falls, and car wrecks. If you are experiencing shoulder injury symptoms such as stiffness, weakness or feel like your…
Read More »Can You Qualify for Workers' Comp Benefits If You Are a Contracted Employee?
Under Georgia law, contract employees are eligible for workers' compensation, but some key questions need to be answered first. It all depends on the distinction between independent contractor and employee. Did the employer control the time, manner, methods, and means of the work performed by the worker? The Georgia Court of Appeals has established a…
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