On your way home from an evening with friends, you pass a police car. The officer instantly hits the brakes, and you know the traffic stop is coming before he even turns around. When the lights come on, you pull over to the side of the road.During the course of the...
When Life Changes
Year: 2019
2 different wrecks lead to fatalities in Georgia
Georgia has seen its fair share of deadly accidents as summer begins, with two recent deadly crashes on the same day. That day was June 4, a Tuesday. The first accident happened right around 2 p.m. At least two people were riding in a 2007 Toyota Camry. One of the...
What happens if I’m found in possession of meth in Georgia?
Do you know what the most commonly used drug in Georgia is? While heroin and opioids are rightfully receiving a fair amount of national attention right now, they are just the third most used drug in Georgia. Meth is the most used drug in Georgia, according to 2018...
What are some potential signs of domestic violence?
Domestic violence is, unfortunately, one of the reasons that many people finally decide to end their marriages. These relationships deteriorate to the point that people do not feel physically safe. This can lead to a confrontational divorce. It may mean that one...
Tesla accused of rigging its workers’ compensation program
The workers’ compensation system is a tradeoff that is supposed to be beneficial for both workers and employers. Workers who are injured on the job are promised access to medical care and benefits in exchange for waiving their right to sue their employer for...
Impacts of dog bites on the victim
As the summer months approach, people will be spending more time outdoors. This is a great time to enjoy nature, but you have to be careful if you are going to come into contact with dogs. There is a chance that you might come across a dog who is behaving...
Traumatic brain injuries can be categorized by type and severity
When someone experiences head trauma, that damage can affect the rest of that person's life. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can be caused when someone falls, experiences a car crash, is assaulted or receives a sports injury, among other situations. Because the brain...
Spinal cord injuries are serious in all cases
Across the nation, around one person out of every 50 people is paralyzed. That equates to around 5.4 million individuals at any given time. Trying to live with this type of condition can be harrowing, but the advances in technology are making it somewhat easier. These...
Slip-and-fall accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries
Slip-and-fall accidents are very difficult incidents that can lead to very serious injuries that impact the victim for the remainder of their days. This can mean that they have to deal with very expensive care needs. Some people who suffer these injuries can have very...
Seeking compensation is about more than money
There are many reasons why car accidents might occur. The most troubling of these occur when there is a preventable reason for the crash. Some of these include a drunk, distracted or fatigued driver. In all of these cases, the driver could have taken simple steps to...