Why should I hire a personal injury lawyer for my worker’s compensation claim?
Why should I hire a personal injury lawyer for my workers’ compensation claim? Imagine this: you’re working diligently at your job, focused on your tasks, when suddenly, an unexpected mishap occurs. In a matter of seconds, your life is turned upside down. You’re left grappling with pain, mounting medical bills, and the inability to work. […]
What to do After a Rideshare Accident in Georgia?
Many people rely on Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare services to conveniently get around when traveling or enjoying a night out in Atlanta. It’s easy to hire drivers, but they sometimes have little experience and may not be familiar with the area. Even experienced drivers traveling in familiar regions are prone to human error. Additionally, […]
What does a Worker’s Compensation Attorney do?
What Does a Worker’s Compensation Attorney Do? While most people don’t think they’ll get hurt at work, it happens more often than most think. Atlanta and surrounding areas, like Sandy Springs, are expanding, and construction workers play a significant part in helping these areas grow. Therefore, workplace injuries are inevitable as these construction workers aid […]
How Do I Know If I Have a Personal Injury Case
How Do I Know If I Have a Personal Injury Case? Injuries are legally defined as harm committed against someone by the actions or negligence of another party. Most people consider the physical injuries that occur as a result of car collisions or workplace accidents. But other injuries can occur that infringes upon a person’s […]
How Are Personal Injuries Different From Other Types of Injuries and Accidents?
How Are Personal Injuries Different From Other Types of Injuries and Accidents? Personal injuries are the result of accidents caused by the negligence or reckless behavior of another party. Victims of personal injuries can experience long-term or permanent disabilities that prevent them from returning to their normal daily activities. Injuries can impact a person’s mental, […]
What to Ask Before Hiring an Attorney: Does the Attorney Have Experience With Cases Like Yours?
What to Ask Before Hiring an Attorney: Does the Attorney Have Experience With Cases Like Yours? All attorneys have a general understanding of the law, and many choose to specialize in a specific area of practice. But an attorney’s experience is one of the most important factors to consider when finding someone to represent you. […]
Defenses to Premises Liability: Comparative Negligence
Defenses to Premises Liability: Comparative Negligence Property owners, managers, and tenants can be held accountable when others are injured while on their properties. When properties aren’t maintained or repaired to eliminate safety risks, plaintiffs may be entitled to receive compensation for their injuries and other damages. But defendants in a premises liability case may rely […]
Premises Liability: The Role of Trespassers
Premises liability cases involve injuries that result from accidents on someone else’s property. Plaintiffs may hold property owners, managers, landlords, and others accountable for their injuries. But victims may not always be entitled to the same level of protection. Your ability to receive compensation depends on your status as an invitee, licensee, or trespasser. Understanding […]
Premises Liability: The Role of Licensees
There are many factors that influence the outcome of premises liability cases. When individuals are injured on someone else’s property, they can hold property owners, managers, and others accountable for those injuries and other damages. But under Georgia and other state laws, the reasons why an injured party was on the premises determines the duty […]