Damages For Pain And Suffering   You may have heard of pain and suffering damages being added to accident lawsuits to balloon the damage awards exponentially. While this isn’t always the case, pain and suffering compensation can increase the value of your claim and is the only legal remedy available for this type of damage. […]

Are you pursuing a lawsuit against someone who injured you in an accident? The next steps you take have the potential to have a positive or negative impact on your case. Here’s what you need to avoid.  Discussing Your Accident Online    If you’re like most people, you’re at least somewhat active on social media. […]

After a car accident, do you have the option to pursue a lawsuit? After a car accident, you may have the option to pursue a lawsuit against the at-fault driver or in some cases another party, such as the manufacturer or seller of the vehicle. Valuing your claim is an important first step to determining […]

Loss of consortium is damage often paid out in personal injury claims. Here’s what you need to know about what loss of consortium is, who can bring forward a claim for it, and what limitations there are on collecting compensation.  What Is “Loss of Consortium”?  The concept behind loss of consortium damages is that the […]

Ridesharing accidents are becoming more common as ridesharing itself increases in popularity across the nation, mostly in dense, urban cities. If you were hurt in a ridesharing accident, you may be able to bring forward a lawsuit. Here’s what you should know. You’ve Been In a Ridesharing Accident — What Do You Do First? If […]

Texting and Driving in Georgia A report from AAA had previously indicated that those who are distracted by texting while driving were eight times more likely to experience a vehicle crash. When a motorist’s eyes are on their cell phone, they risk causing injuries and even death, not only to their own person but to […]

The last thing most people who are ill or injured expect when they check into a hospital is to be made worse by the very establishment they needed help from. When this happens to people who are especially vulnerable, it can be truly surprising. Here’s what you should know about the link between hospital understaffing […]

Some dog bite wounds appear minor at first, but in reality, they can be very deep puncture wounds. Deep wounds are more prone to infections, which can be absolutely detrimental if proper medical care is not provided quickly. Contrary to the popular belief that a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human’s, the bacteria in […]

Unfortunate Accident Or Negligence? Many people believe that slips and falls are simply accidents, even if they result in serious injury. The injured person may believe that the slip and fall is just the result of unfortunate circumstances and there is not much more you can do other than pick yourself up and try to […]

Do you always wear your seatbelt when you get in the car? If not, you’re setting a bad example for your children. Overlooking a child’s safety when it comes to the right restraints could cost them their life. Most parents have not installed a car seat safely. If you’re not sure and you are worried […]