Georgia Injury Attorney Blog

Anyone who drives with a high blood alcohol concentration (BAC) endangers everyone else on the road. But what is a high BAC in Georgia? If a driver gets a DUI with a high BAC of 0.15 percent or more, they may face significant penalties. Due to alcohol consumption, they also increase their risk of causing…

How many drunk driving accidents per year occur on Georgia roads? While the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety doesn’t offer data for the rate of all drunk driving crashes, it does collect data on fatal wrecks reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In a recent year, of 1,797 fatal car accidents in…

Sustaining an injury in a Georgia store can lead to costly medical expenses and interfere with your ability to work or enjoy hobbies and activities you love. What happens when you are injured in a store due to someone else’s carelessness? Can you sue a store if you get hurt? You may be eligible for…

There are various ways you could suffer an injury at a Georgia restaurant. Sometimes, restaurant guests’ injuries result from ownership’s actions or carelessness. If you sustained an injury at a restaurant, you may wonder how to sue a restaurant for negligence. An experienced Georgia premises liability attorney can guide you through the process. Reasons to…

When a commercial truck driver causes an accident resulting in injuries or fatalities, the trucking company that employed the driver may be held liable for the damages. One type of claim that can be brought against a trucking company is a negligent hiring case. This occurs when the company fails to exercise reasonable care in…

Teenage drinking and driving is a serious problem that plagues communities across Georgia, putting young lives at risk and causing devastating consequences for families. Despite ongoing efforts to educate young people about the dangers of impaired driving, teenagers drinking and driving statistics are still alarming. It’s important to understand the factors contributing to this dangerous…

You may have seen the headline “Burglar Sues Homeowner and Wins” somewhere on the internet in the last few decades. Often, it’s in reference to a story involving a plaintiff by the name of Terrence Dickinson or Terrence Dickson in Pennsylvania. Even in Georgia, you may have heard this story that’s made the rounds online…

When you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident in Georgia, your first priority is your recovery. Once you are able, you should determine whether your injury was a result of someone else’s negligence and if you are entitled to a slip and fall settlement. While every slip and fall case is unique, understanding…

A tire blowout accident involving a truck can be a frightening and dangerous experience. The sheer size and weight of commercial trucks make them particularly hazardous when a tire fails, potentially causing the driver to lose control and collide with other vehicles or structures. What should you do if you have a tire blowout accident…

Not getting behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol isn’t the only way to guard against drunk driving wrecks. Knowing when drunk drivers are most likely to be driving can also help you stay safe on Georgia’s roads. If you know when these types of crashes are most common, you can take steps…