The five most common deck collapse injuries include broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, crush injuries, cuts, scrapes, punctures, and psychological trauma. When a deck collapses, injuries can be caused by falls from heights or by being crushed while sitting or standing under a collapsing deck. An Atlanta deck collapse accident lawyer in your area can …
Download the PDF version Georgia does not require watercraft owners to purchase insurance. However, failure to do so could leave you paying out-of-pocket for medical treatment, vessel damages, and more if you are involved in an accident. An attorney can tell you more about your options in addition to this plain talk, basic explanation of …
Obtaining traffic camera footage may be extremely difficult, if not impossible. Though the city maintains a network of live traffic cameras, it does not generally maintain a database of the footage. The lack of such a database may be a problem if you want footage of a specific accident. However, an attorney can explain how …
A first-party insurance claim in Atlanta is when you file a claim with your own insurer, should you have purchased coverage. On the other hand, you would file a third-party claim when you want to seek compensation from the party responsible for your injury. Examples of liable third parties could be: An independent contractor A …
In 2015, the Georgia legislature passed the “Motorcycle Mobility Safety Act” bill, but Georgia’s then Governor Nathan Deal vetoed the Bill. This Bill, which is commonly referred to in other states as the “Dead Red Law,” permits bicyclists and motorcycle riders to carefully ride through a red traffic signal. In pertinent parts, the exact language …
Insurance companies are noticing a “bite” on policies across the nation and it is something we shouldn’t ignore. Over the years, we’ve posted a number of blogs discussing dog bites, including one about a little girl who was bitten by a dog in Georgia; only one example of the thousands of claims made each day. …
When an injury occurs, the most important first step is to get medical care. However, if the injury was due to another person’s negligence, it’s important to contact a lawyer. Unfortunately, many individuals are unsure when, or if, they need legal assistance and sometimes even settle their claims before ever seeking advice. For those who …
With as much rain as we’ve had over the last few weeks, we have to worry about car accidents caused by hydroplaning, which can cause cars to spin out of control. Two people were killed recently in a car accident caused by hydroplaning; something that can easily spin out of control. The driver of an …
There are millions of excuses one can give to “justify” driving recklessly or dangerously. Unfortunately, those individuals don’t necessarily consider speeding, driving while texting or running a red light, to be either reckless or dangerous. These types of behavior have become “normal” for drivers to do because they either a) haven’t been caught (yet); or …
Open an app on your smartphone. Tap a button. Get a ride. A simple concept that was pioneered by Uber in 2009 has since created a worldwide phenomenon for anyone needing transportation. Fast-forward 10 years and the very same company has become the trailblazer for the bike and scooter industry. Jump is a dockless scooter …
Imagine a Super Bowl where the commercials take on a different approach. The witty jokes are set aside, the background music muted and the actors aren’t focused on selling a particular product. Instead, the scene goes like this— {Actor 1 approaches Actor 2 while riding a scooter} Actor 2: Hey! Nice ride. Actor 1: Thanks, …
Take a moment and look in your backyard. What do you see? Are you one of the 3 million Americans who own a trampoline? Do your children play at trampoline parks? Have your children attended a trampoline birthday party? Injured from Jumping on a Trampoline According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there are …
A minor scratch. A small tap. A terrible crunch. The hood of the car behind you is underneath your trunk. Rear-end accidents range anywhere from both people jumping out of their cars, inspecting the property damage and then leaving the scene, to calling the police to get a police report because a car is a …
When you are in the market for a new vehicle, what are some words that come to mind? Safety? Warranty? Sustainability? Performance? Technology? These words/categories are kept in mind when federal safety regulators set standards that evaluate a vehicle. We hear these standards rattled off to us on commercials or from the car salesman at …
The holidays are a time for tradition. Like so many traditions we may celebrate, the Christmas tree has become a staple for many families – regardless of faith. The decorations, lights and tinsel can make-up what is supposed to be one of the most beloved traditions for families. While many of us may venture to …
Every year it seems that Atlanta gets at least one white blanket of snow and many find themselves stuck at home because of icy road conditions. Even if we don’t see snow, winter rains can be just as threatening. Whether it be melting snow, or rain water on the ground, as the winter temperatures remain …
Protect and serve. These two actions are what service men and women do each day for our local city and state. It is our responsibility as Georgians to respect these men and women as they continue to keep our communities safe. However, there have been circumstances where our local law enforcement have been injured or …
Georgia’s Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GGOHS) is dedicated to offering safety programs for drivers all over the state. Whether you are just receiving your driver’s license or have been driving for 40 years, the GGOHS is committed to keeping Georgia roadways safe. A program that may not get as much attention as others is …
Many Americans who own something of great value make the decision to protect that investment with insurance. Whether it is a home, car or jewelry, the need for insurance is important. Unfortunately, this isn’t necessarily a standard practice among every consumer. For car owners, the United States sees 1 in every 8 drivers deciding …
If we told you that a study was done by the Governors Highway Safety Association and Georgia was ranked the 5th most dangerous place for pedestrians, would you be surprised? Would you take a 2nd look before crossing the street? Would you put your cell phone away and stop texting in order to avoid a …
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