Georgia Injury Attorney Blog

The birth of your baby should be a joyful time, but a birth injury or defect can change everything. About 3% of babies born in the United States each year suffer some kind of birth defect, which account for about 20% of infant deaths. Birth injuries, however, reportedly occur in fewer than 1% of births,…

If you have ever been driving and felt your eyes growing heavy, you have probably experienced drowsy driving. Warning signs of fatigue while driving include: Difficulty focusing Difficulty remembering the last few miles driven Rubbing eyes or frequent blinking Drifting out of your lane Becoming irritable or feeling the urge to move These signs are…

The average American spends just under an hour driving each day. While you may grow comfortable with your daily commute, the more time you spend on the road, the greater your chances are of being involved in an accident. With 27% of accidents resulting in non-fatal injuries, you should be aware of your risks and…

The state law of Georgia requires that all bicycle riders under age 16 wear a helmet. The helmet used must meet the American National Standards Institute standards. Helmets sold at reputable bicycle shops will typically meet these standards, but helmets meeting standards will also be labeled clearly. A helmet reduces the risk of head injuries…

After any accident, particularly one involving your head or neck, it is important to seek medical attention, even if you do not believe that you are injured. This is because many injuries do not appear immediately, but could be detected and treated sooner with a doctor’s intervention. In particular, traumatic brain injuries, including concussions, can…

Even if you do not own a dog, you are likely to encounter one at a friend’s house, at the park, or even simply walking down your street. Dogs can be cute, lovable creatures, but approaching a strange dog is not wise. Instead, you should not approach any unfamiliar dog and, if you feel you…

With more than 35 lakes and over 2,000 miles of coastline, summertime fun in Georgia often includes time spent on the water. When this fun is combined with alcohol or inexperienced boaters, it can prove dangerous. Be certain that you take precautions when you spend time on a boat with friends, including checking the weather…

After an accident with a government vehicle, you may fear that your expenses will go unpaid due to sovereign immunity. Sovereign immunity essentially means that government entities cannot be sued without their permission. Although the law is intended to protect the government from frivolous lawsuits, it can make it more difficult to file your legitimate…

Generally brought by the victim after an accident, a personal injury claim requires that you be able to show negligence, or wrong-doing, on the part of the defendant. You must also prove that the accident caused the injuries and damages for which you are seeking compensation. Once you have shown both that the defendant was…

It is always fun to gather with friends, eat good food, play games, or just enjoy each other’s company, but what happens when game night gets a little rougher than you anticipated? If you are injured on someone else’s private property, you will need to seek medical treatment, but who pays for the medical bills?…