Georgia Personal Injury Blog

After a slip and fall accident, it is natural to feel disoriented, especially if you have sustained serious injuries and are dealing with medical bills. However, always recognize that what you immediately do after a slip and fall accident can significantly impact your ability to seek compensation for your damages.  The best way to know…

In Georgia, victims of extreme emotional harm resulting from another person’s outrageous behavior may have grounds to file a claim for intentional infliction of emotional distress (IIED). Understanding the elements required to prove such a claim can help determine if you have a valid case and what steps to take next. What Is Intentional Infliction…

When you file a personal injury claim in Georgia, your “damages” are the compensation you receive for your injuries. This money falls into two categories: compensatory damages and punitive damages. The key difference between these two types of compensation is their purpose. Compensatory damages are meant to make you “whole” and cover your injuries, while…

A severe accident or injury is more than a physical loss. Physical trauma often leads to emotional distress, including nightmares, anxiety, depression, insomnia, panic attacks, and other symptoms. No wonder one frequent question our Georgia personal injury attorneys receive is, “Can you sue for emotional distress?” That’s a complicated question, but the short answer is…

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can have long-term effects, sometimes surfacing years after the initial injury. It’s not uncommon for people in Atlanta to develop traumatic brain injury symptoms years later. These symptoms may include memory loss, headaches, or mood changes. If you develop traumatic brain injury symptoms years after an injury, you might still qualify…

Many people are confused about the difference between a personal injury claim vs. a lawsuit. The two terms are not synonyms, but a claim can lead to a lawsuit if the at-fault party’s insurance company doesn’t agree to pay a reasonable settlement. A claim is a demand or request for payment an injured party believes…

Many people have asked us whether you can get punitive damages for negligence in personal injury cases. The answer is yes, sometimes. Punitive damages are rarely awarded in these cases because most personal injury cases hinge on negligence. Courts do not assess punitive damages for negligence, but for egregious conduct, the state wishes to strongly…

Loss of earning capacity refers to an individual’s lessened ability to work due to injuries sustained in an accident. These injuries are caused by another party’s negligence. It’s different from lost wages, another legal concept in personal injury cases, which refers to the actual lost income. If you suffered a severe injury in Georgia because…

Were you injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence? If so, you’re likely wondering what to do after an accident that is not your fault. Simply put, you should gather evidence, seek medical treatment, and contact a Georgia car accident attorney. Do you make a claim if it’s not your fault? Doing these…

When you sustain an injury due to another party’s negligence in Georgia, the path to justice is filled with obstacles. Beyond the physical pain and emotional anguish that accompany such incidents, you may find yourself contending with substantial financial burdens. In these challenging circumstances, pursuing compensation becomes paramount to safeguarding your rights and fortifying your…