Common Injuries in a Slip and Fall at Work
At Georgia Injury Centers, we have seen our fair share of workplace accidents. While there are different workplace accidents, slips and falls are some of the most common. In 2019, 880 people died from slip and fall accidents in the workplace, with 224,000 being severely injured enough to require time off work. Understanding the type […]
How to Prove Driver Negligence in Pedestrian Accidents?
Driver Negligence Most metropolitans in the U.S. are a bustling center of traffic. As a consequence, accidents are bound to happen. Some of them are unintentional, while some are due to human error vis-à-vis driver’s negligence. Traffic rules not followed, and non-compliance resulting in an accident results in a legal follow-up. Pedestrian Accidents Pedestrian accidents […]
What Should You Prove to Win a Slip and Fall Injury Claim?
You can’t always be too careful, and sometimes you may not be at fault too. There are instances where accidental falls might happen. For example, you walk into a supermarket that has just been mopped, and you are not aware of it. Also, there is no board or sign to warn you either. You hurt […]
How Georgia’s Comparative Negligence Laws May Affect Your Car Accident Case
Suppose you have had an accident and get injured due to the negligence of another driver. In that case, the law in Georgia entitles you to receive reimbursement for lost wages, property damages, and medical expenses that you may face as a direct result of the accident. However, obtaining compensation may not be an easy […]
What Qualifies for Punitive Damages in Georgia
Punitive damages in Georgia are only allowed in personal injury cases wherein the defendant’s conduct can be proven egregious, or there are other aggravating circumstances that cannot be overlooked. When the defendant’s actions can be deemed to have exhibited fraud, willful misconduct, or even oppression, it could raise the presumption of conscious and deliberate indifference […]
Understanding Lost Wages in a Personal Injury Case
Being involved in an accident can flip your life upside down in a minute. If you have sustained grievous injuries in a car accident, it is unlikely that you will be able to resume work right away. Even mild to moderate can interfere with your ability to go to work. And, without an income, it […]
What Happens During a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
People often are hesitant or negligent when consulting a personal injury attorney. This is mainly because most people have never been involved in a legal dispute and are worried about things that might go wrong. Although a lawsuit may conclude in a jury trial, most cases do not go that far. Therefore, there are no reasons […]
How Do You Handle a Personal Injury Case From Start to Finish?
Hundreds and thousands of people become the victims of personal injury accidents every year. If you have also suffered a personal injury due to another person’s negligence, then you are definitely entitled to compensation. However, recovering fair compensation for your personal injuries is not as easy as it sounds. Fortunately, you can consult and hire […]
10 Tips for Maximizing Compensation in Your Personal Injury Case
After indulging in a personal injury incident and filing for an injury claim, the very next thing you should do is to look out for effective ways to maximize your personal injury compensation. It is imperative that you receive a higher compensation amount so that you can take proper care of yourself during your recovery […]
What Is the “Medical Standard of Care” in a Medical Malpractice Case?
Medical malpractice cases are way more common than we expect them to be. They dangle on speculations whether a healthcare professional showed any negligence or failure in treating the patient or not. This medical negligence is not quantifiable and so is measured by the medical standard of care that applies to the kind of treatment setting […]
What Happens After a Deposition During a Personal Injury Case?
When you file for a personal injury case, you may have a vague idea of what to follow. Your process will have several steps, and it is best to have an idea of all the processes to come. One vital aspect of the case is deposition, and most people seem clueless about what it entails. […]
The Process of a Personal Injury Claim
When you are injured in a car accident due to the negligence of another driver, a whole process begins. The process of a personal injury claim is by no means simple and can confuse even the smartest of folks. However, one thing about a personal injury claim process is that it follows a set, logical […]
