More than 1,500 pedestrians have died while walking on Georgia interstates in the past five years. The Georgia Department of Transportation urges motorists to remain in their vehicles while on the interstate. Why has the death rate increased so dramatically and what...
Personal Injury
Understanding where bike accidents occur and why
Bicycling is a joyous hobby. Riders get exercise while exploring the outdoors. They also go places without spending money on gasoline or burning fossil fuels. The downside is that cyclists are vulnerable to injury. Getting knocked into by a car or truck can be...
Who is responsible for your child’s injury at school?
Many children stray from the watchful eyes of their parents for the first time when they attend school. Although a school's staff may take all kinds of measures to protect children from injuries, the occasional nick or scrape is an inevitable part of exploring the...
Does my insurance cover bicycle accidents?
Cyclists in West Georgia need to prepare for the worst-case scenario. Though a relatively safe and healthy activity, bicycling is not without risks. In 2019 there were 805 recorded bicycle crashes statewide, according to a study conducted by the Governor’s Office of...
What to do after a car strikes your bicycle
Getting hit by a car while riding your bicycle is a scary and traumatic experience. If you do not know what to do immediately after the accident, you may not receive proper restitution. Taking the necessary steps makes a huge difference in your ability to receive...
Research shows SUVs are more of a danger to pedestrians than cars
Residents of Georgia and the rest of the nation are increasingly favoring SUVs over traditional passenger vehicles. Studies show that SUVs are more likely to cause serious injuries and fatalities when they hit pedestrians than traditional sedans. As the number of...
Can you afford a personal injury attorney?
If you have noticed your paycheck does not seem to go as far as it used to go, you are certainly not alone. In fact, according to reporting from CNBC, nearly 80% of Americans have some anxiety about their financial well-being. If you have suffered a serious injury in...
Dog attacks may leave children with serious emotional injuries
Even dogs that have reputations for being good with children may behave unpredictably or aggressively. As a result, more than 50% of dog attacks in the U.S. involve kids. When dogs bite youngsters, they also often cause bodily injuries that require immediate medical...
Three common car crash injuries and potentially costly treatment
Some injuries are obvious following a car crash and some are not. Some people, especially those without insurance, may be aware of an injury but hesitant to seek medical help. Here are three common car crash injuries that require treatment in order to prevent even...
What to do when you get an initial insurance offer?
After an accident, you will likely hear from insurance adjusters very soon after. If you experienced a life-altering event such as a serious injury, car crash, dog bite, defective product injury or a workplace accident, the at-fault party’s insurance will contact you...