Posted: June 23, 2022
Record gas prices seem to be having very little effect on summer travel. AAA now anticipates that nearly 48 million people will take to the road for the July Fourth holiday weekend, an increase of 3.7 percent over 2021 and the largest number of people traveling for the Fourth since 2019.
Posted: July 20, 2021
Posted: August 17, 2020
When you are injured in a car accident, you may be surprised by how quickly insurance offers to settle. Bear in mind that if you accept an insurance offer, you waive your right to seek additional compensation. The insurance companies know this. That’s part of their motivation.
Posted: July 24, 2020
Injury and accident lawsuits may take just a few short months to settle, but most take around a year. In complex cases, it may take two to three years to come to a verdict.
Posted: July 13, 2020
When you are injured in an accident, who you choose for representation will play an important role in the outcome of your settlement. Taking time to choose the right attorney is important for your comfort and confidence, and can help ensure your rights and interests are protected.
Posted: May 11, 2020
When you sustain a traumatic brain injury in an accident or through medical malpractice, you are entitled to seek compensation for damages including:
Posted: July 19, 2019
Personal injury claims may have some similarities, but each one is unique, making it difficult to determine exactly how long it will take to settle a claim without first knowing specifics. Some personal injury claims are settled quickly, perhaps within a few months. Others, particularly those involving serious or catastrophic personal injury, can take several years to settle.
Posted: April 23, 2019
In 2017, the latest year for which statistically valid data is complete, the total cost of workplace injuries to U.S. employers was $161.5 billion. According to the National Safety Council, this number includes:
Posted: March 21, 2019
This infographic explores the stages of a typical personal injury lawsuit. However, because each case is entirely unique, the process for your claim may be slightly different. The best way to learn what you can expect during your pursuit of compensation is through a one-on-one consultation with one of the experienced personal injury lawyers at our Atlanta office.
Stages of an Injury Claim Usually Include:
Posted: February 21, 2019
According to the Governor's Office of Highway Safety in Georgia, fatal pedestrian accidents in our state increased 27% between 2007 and 2016, a time when fatalities for all other accidents saw a 14% decrease. 16% of all fatal motor vehicle accidents in Georgia in 2016 involved pedestrians, an increase of only 1% over 2015.
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