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Who Is at Fault for a Crosswalk Accident in Georgia?

06.09.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

Woman using a crosswalk in Georgia.

When most people think about car accidents, they think about collisions between two or more drivers. But another, often more dangerous category of accident occurs when a person is struck by a driver while walking through a crosswalk. Data from the Governor’s Highway Safety Administration….

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The 4 Most Common Causes of Burn Injuries

06.02.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

Woman burning herself while ironing her husbands clothes.

No matter how it occurs, a burn injury is often serious and carries with it long-term effects, both physical and psychological. According to the American Burn Association, over 400,000 people suffer burn injuries severe enough to require medical treatment each year. Such numbers indicate a….

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Can You Sue a Car Manufacturer After a Defect Causes Your Car Accident?

05.10.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

Car manufacturers selling cars for profit are legally responsible for ensuring the safety of their vehicles. This legal responsibility is known as the duty of care. When manufacturers fail to take reasonable steps to protect consumers from harm, they can be held legally responsible for….

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4 Key Differences Between Truck and Car Accident Claims

05.05.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

The difference between car and truck accident claims

On a surface level, truck and car accident claims may seem quite similar. However, there are significant differences between the two. While car accidents can be devastating for those involved, truck accidents are almost guaranteed to have devastating effects on those in smaller vehicles. The….

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Who Is Liable for a Slip and Fall Injury Resulting From a Broken Sidewalk?

05.03.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

Who is liable for broken sidewalk injuries

Simply tripping or falling because of a broken sidewalk does not mean there is automatically a liable party. Personal injury cases or claims are built on the theory of negligence. Therefore, an individual or entity must have been negligent, and that negligence must be the….

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Can a Car Dealership Be Liable for Your Accident Injuries?

04.12.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

Can a Car Dealership Be Liable for Your Accident Injuries?

When you drive your shiny new car off the lot, the last thing you expect is to be involved in a car accident. You certainly don’t expect the dealer to possibly be at fault, though this is precisely what can happen. Depending on the circumstances….

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How to Avoid Semi-truck Blind Spots

04.05.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

Tips to avoid blind spots from semi trucks

When sharing the road with semi-trucks, avoiding blind spots is one of the best ways to stay safe, given the size of these rigs. Despite your best efforts, though, sometimes collisions happen. When they do, working with an Atlanta truck accident lawyer is your best….

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How Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxed in Georgia?

04.01.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

How Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxed in Georgia?

Personal injury cases often come with severe injuries and damages. The treatment costs, hospital bills, and other financial losses can feel overwhelming. Filing a personal injury claim to recover your damages and compensate you for recovery finances is vital to your health and well-being. While….

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What to Do after Suffering an Injury at a Concert in Georgia

03.15.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

Injuries at concerts in Georgia

Concerts are popular pastimes where many people can enjoy seeing their favorite artists perform live while joining others in a crowd. A concert is generally planned for months with strategy and preparation to organize large gatherings and the essentials of a safe event, whether large….

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How Dangerous Are Truck Tire Blowouts?

03.08.22 | Posted By Jay Howard

Dangerous truck tire blowouts

When a large truck wheel blowout occurs in the middle of traffic, it is hazardous and frightening for any vehicles on the road. Truck tire blowouts can lead truck drivers to lose control of their trucks and end up in an accident with a nearby….

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