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Not Wearing a Seatbelt in Georgia? This is What Happens to Your Injury Claim

January 15, 2021Personal Injury

Will not wearing a seatbelt impact my claim? Seatbelts save lives. They reduce the severity of the collision. Seatbelts are essential for the safety of drivers and passengers alike. As a responsible citizen of Georgia, you should comply with all laws, including seatbelt rules. Georgia mandates the wearing of seatbelts for your safety...

What is the Law for Texting and Driving in Georgia?

December 30, 2020Personal Injury

Georgia has enacted strict laws against texting and driving and is now considered a “hands free” state. Texting or using the phone is a blatantly negligent acts motorists can commit while driving. It makes them lose their focus, take their eyes off the road, and greatly increases their risk of death, injury, or property damage...

What Happens if the Other Driver Doesn’t Have Enough Insurance?

December 21, 2020Personal Injury

There is an enormous amount of pain and suffering in the aftermath of a vehicle accident. Hospital bills and car repair costs can add to the pain and suffering. It is helpful when the at-fault driver has enough insurance to pay for your bills, pain and suffering, and other losses; however, many drivers are underinsured...

Understanding Dram Shop Law in Georgia

December 11, 2020Personal Injury

Every day, almost 30 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes. Understanding dram shop law in Georgia can help you win a lawsuit if you are injured by a drunk driver. Dram shop law allows you to bring a claim against the establishment that served alcohol to the intoxicated driver...

What Do I Do if I am Injured at Work?

October 23, 2020Work Injury

If you get injured at work, you’re probably entitled to receive compensation for your injures through workers’ compensation, regardless of who caused your injury. Although every state’s laws are different, nearly all employers are required to have workers compensation coverage for their employees. It is important that you immediately report any injury to your employer...

What is a Medical Malpractice Case?

October 8, 2020Medical Malpractice

Sometimes medical providers and physicians end up hurting the patient they are trying to help. Many people think that all unfavorable treatment outcomes are malpractice. When a patient gets injured or suffers harm due to a physician’s negligent act, they deserve compensation. We’ll help you understand what a valid medical malpractice claim is...

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Not Wearing a Seatbelt in Georgia? This is What Happens to Your Injury Claim

What is the Law for Texting and Driving in Georgia?

What Happens if the Other Driver Doesn’t Have Enough Insurance?

Understanding Dram Shop Law in Georgia

What Do I Do if I am Injured at Work?

What is a Medical Malpractice Case?

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