11 Alive reported recently that a skateboarding mishap led to serious injuries for a young teenager from Peachtree City, a suburb on the southwest side of metro Atlanta, on Saturday, February 20, 2021. According to local authorities and the boy’s family, the incident took place on Saturday, February 20, 2021 in the Peachtree City area. …
PTSD stands for post-traumatic stress disorder. It’s a mental health disorder that leads to intense and disturbing feelings or thoughts after a person has seen or experienced a traumatic event. PTSD used to be called “shell shock” after it was recognized in many war veterans, but today, we’ve learned that PTSD can occur in anyone, …
Getting into a car accident that you know you didn’t cause is incredibly frustrating. You’re suddenly dealing with painful injuries, vehicle damage, and other worries that you weren’t expecting, all because another driver was careless. While it takes some time to get over a car crash that was not your fault, you can start by …
There is nothing that can make up for losing a loved one in an accident. You will need time to process what has happened and be with your family. Handling the legal side of things is likely the last thing on your mind, which is where a Georgia accident lawyer can help. Accidents of any …
If you have been injured in an accident that someone else caused, you have the right to seek compensation for the costs of your injuries and more. Sadly, many injury victims do not realize the full extent of their rights. Insurance companies are trained to take advantage of this. They routinely try to deny and …
Our founder, John Foy, was recently featured on the widely popular and engaging weekly TV show, Atlanta Eats. As Atlanta Eats founder and host Steak Shapiro remarks in the segment, he and Foy were “sitting back and talking about something we love: food and dining, and drinks.” Foy and Shapiro discussed how the dining experience …
Many car accidents in Georgia happen because a driver failed to yield the right-of-way to another, resulting in a collision. If you were hurt in a car accident caused by a driver who didn’t yield the right-of-way, you are likely entitled to seek damages for your medical bills, lost wages, and more. This article will …
When a lawsuit has been filed in a Georgia car accident case, there are several stages. The second stage, after the lawsuit has been filed, is known as “discovery.” During the discovery, both sides of the case are able to analyze the other’s position while gathering evidence for trial. A big part of the discovery …
After a car accident in Georgia, you might need help from your own insurance company to pay for your damages depending on the circumstances. Even if the other driver is at fault for your accident, there may be benefits through your own insurance policy related to the accident. As a general rule of thumb, it’s …
If you’ve been injured in an accident in Atlanta because of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. Those costs include medical expenses, vehicle repairs, and lost wages, but you also have the right to make a claim for pain and suffering. Making an injury claim for pain and suffering …
Physical injuries and vehicle damage are expected consequences of personal injury accidents in Atlanta. Both are often huge factors in a car accident claim, but emotions play a role too. Unfortunately, many personal injury victims don’t realize it’s possible to seek compensation for emotional damages along with physical injuries. Filing a claim for mental anguish …
Whiplash is a common neck and back injury that car accident victims experience. Whiplash can have a variety of symptoms, ranging from headaches and neck pain to memory problems or depression. If you have whiplash because of an accident that someone else caused, you may be able to make an injury claim for whiplash. Many …
Soft tissue injuries are expected consequences of car accidents in Atlanta. When your body’s soft tissues are damaged, it can cause much pain that doesn’t always show up on x-rays or MRIs. Insurance companies often doubt or discount these types of injuries, but they can cause serious, long-term complications for any victim. If you are …
Examples of these losses could be: No longer having help with household chores or childcare Inability to communicate as you did before Having to be a caregiver to your spouse with things like using the bathroom, changing bandages, or getting around because of their injuries Decreased ability to have date nights or be social as …
Paralysis is one of the most distressing and life-altering injuries to deal with after an accident in Georgia. Becoming paralyzed is a scary situation that can affect an injury victim for the rest of their life. Even temporary paralysis is serious and requires immediate medical treatment to help prevent permanent damage. If someone else’s actions …
“Loss of limb” is one of the most serious injuries resulting from an accident in Georgia. Unlike other common accident injuries, losing an arm, leg, or other body part cannot be healed or made whole again. Losing a limb impacts a person’s entire personal and professional life. If you or a loved one is in …
Skin burns and scarring can cause a lot of physical and emotional pain. Serious burns can even be fatal or substantially impact a victim’s quality of life. It’s even harder if the burns and scars were the result of an accident someone else caused. If you are dealing with burn injuries causing pain, scarring, or …
Spinal cord injuries can lead to full or partial paralysis in any part of the body. They are serious, requiring immediate medical treatment and often years of physical therapy and rehabilitation. If you have suffered an injury to your spinal cord after a Georgia accident, you are likely worried about how to pay for the …
Georgia is a “fault state,” which means if there is an accident resulting in injuries, the person or entity responsible for the accident is liable for damages. If you were injured at no fault of your own in Georgia, you may be entitled to make a personal injury claim for your costs. And sometimes, the …
Although they happen less often than other auto accidents, bus accidents can be very serious for all involved. Every year, they cause injuries and even deaths. If you or a family member was hurt or killed in a bus accident, you may be entitled to compensation for what you suffered. The details can depend on …
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