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Dekalb County continues to see an increase in car accidents over the years. Recent data, according to the Governor's Office of Highway Safety, shows that in 2014 there were 38,627 total crashes, with 11,812 injuries and 55 deaths. These increases could be caused by a variety of reasons. The Atlanta Regional Commission speculates that population…

When you're injured in a car accident, we know you have a lot of questions. We hear from clients all the time who are worried, hurting and concerned about what the next steps are to regain their lives. Here at the Law Offices of Gary Martin Hays and Associates we understand completely what you're going…

Atlanta's most dangerous intersections are in Dekalb County. The top 3 intersections with the most car accidents are: Memorial Drive and N Hairston Road, Stone Mountain East Park Place and Stone Mountain Hwy, Stone Mountain Covington Highway and Panola Road, Lithonia All three of these intersections are in more suburban areas of Dekalb County. The Atlanta…

According to an article in Pediatrics and Child Health, restraint systems in cars can actually endanger children since seat belts are designed for the adult body.  Parents should use car seats to keep infants, toddlers, and even young children safe while in the car. Airbags are also dangerous to children, which is why parents are advised…

We see so many clients who have suffered from some form of back injury due to car accidents. The force of a car accident can cause serious back issues - some often being permanent. Here are important facts to understand about back injuries: The spinal cord does not have to be severed in order for a loss…

Over the years, we've helped several clients that have suffered from horrific burns - either in their homes, their apartments or at work. The American Burn Association estimates approximately 486,000 people a year sustain burn injuries that require medical treatment. And each year, 40,000 people require hospitalization due to a variety of burn injuries - 30,000 of…

Over the years, we've helped several clients that have suffered from horrific burns - either in their homes, their apartments or at work. The American Burn Association estimates approximately 486,000 people a year sustain burn injuries that require medical treatment. And each year, 40,000 people require hospitalization due to a variety of burn injuries -…

Over the years, we've helped several clients that have suffered from horrific burns - either in their homes, their apartments or at work. The American Burn Association estimates approximately 486,000 people a year sustain burn injuries that require medical treatment. Each year, 40,000 people require hospitalization due to a variety of burn injuries - 30,000 of…

With the amount of force that occurs in car accidents, there are several types of injuries that can take place. One of the groups of the body that is more susceptible to injury is the shoulder region. There are three main shoulder injuries we see: Fractures Dislocations Soft tissue tears (rotator cuff, for example) Fractures…

You're on the job carrying some tools from your work truck to an air conditioning unit you need to finish repairs.  And then it happens - a loud popping noise. Your right knee has given way and you're suddenly laying on the gravel driveway in pain. Is this a Workers' Compensation claim? The answer is…