Georgia Personal Injury Blog
What Does an Accident Reconstruction Expert Do?
Determining fault after a vehicle accident occurs can be challenging. Even if individuals gather evidence at the scene of the incident and have eyewitness statements, the chain of events that caused the incident may not be clear. Sometimes, investigators or legal teams involved will work with accident reconstruction experts to help determine liability. These individuals are highly trained and use science and mathematics to help establish a model of what occurred. What is Accident Reconstruction in Georgia? Accident reconstruction is a branch of forensic science that involves determining how and why accidents occurred. The goal of accident reconstruction is to…
Can I Seek Compensation if Injured by Cargo on Georgia Highways?
Trucking carriers are responsible for ensuring that all cargo on their vehicles and trailers is adequately secured. Failing to do so could lead to the cargo coming loose and falling off of the truck and onto the roadway. Cargo accidents can lead to significant injuries or property damage for those on Georgia roadways. It is important to understand whether or not individuals can seek compensation from the trucking company if they are injured by unsecured cargo on Georgia highways. Types of Cargo That Can Cause an Accident Any type of object that falls off of another vehicle could present a…
Is It Illegal to Ride in the Back of a Truck in Georgia?
Riding in the back of a pickup truck is something that many people do not think twice about. After all, this type of behavior is seen on TV shows, in movies, and in music videos with regularity. However, many people may not understand that there are laws in Georgia that regulate this type of behavior. Just because riding in the back of a truck is fun and convenient, that does not mean it is safe. Riding in the back of a pickup truck can lead to serious injuries. Here, we want to discuss what Georgia law says about this and…
Does Georgia Permit Direct Actions Against a Trucking Company’s Insurance Carrier?
After any accident involving a commercial truck that leads to injuries or property damage, victims need to be able to recover compensation for their losses. In many cases, these claims will be settled with insurance carriers, but there may need to be a civil lawsuit filed against various parties. In most cases, the lawsuit will be filed against the truck driver and trucking carrier, and their insurance carrier will be the one to put up the defense and payout compensation if warranted. However, Georgia law does permit individuals to file lawsuits directly against the trucking company’s insurance carrier. Can You…
What is Post-Accident Shock?
When vehicle accidents occur, individuals often feel pain right away due to an injury, either external or internal trauma. Sometimes, the science and symptoms of some traumatic injuries appear hours or days later. There are also situations where individuals will experience some form of emotional and psychological shock as a result of an accident, but it may not occur until well after the incident is over. Pierre, we want to discuss what post-accident shock is, examine some of the symptoms, and discuss whether or not you can recover compensation. What are the Symptoms of Shock? Individuals typically experience traumatic shock,…
Parking Lot Accidents Can Result in Severe Injury
Parking lots are areas of congestion in many situations. These are one of the few locations where you can expect to regularly find pedestrians weaving around vehicles, shopping carts showing up out of nowhere, and vehicles traveling in every different direction. Accidents happen. Unfortunately, accidents in parking lots can also lead to significant injuries for those involved. What to do After a Parking Lot Accident Accidents in parking lots can result in severe injuries, including broken or dislocated bones, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, road rash or significant lacerations, internal organ damage or bleeding, and more. If you or…
Nursing Home Falls & Fractures
When you have a loved one in a nursing home, you should not have to worry about them falling and breaking any bones. However, fall incidents are not uncommon inside nursing homes, and they often lead to significant injuries that dramatically affect a person’s life. Here, we want to discuss how many nursing home falls are caused by the careless or negligent actions of nursing home staff members. We also want to examine whether or not you may be able to recover compensation on behalf of your loved one after these incidents occur. What the Data Tells Us About Falls…
How Poor Lighting Creates a Dangerous Environment
Inadequate lighting can lead to incredibly dangerous situations. All property owners are supposed to ensure proper lighting on their premises if guests have a right to be there. Failing to do so could constitute a lack of security. Here, we want to discuss how poor lighting creates a dangerous environment as well as whether or not property owners can be held responsible for any incidents that occur as a result of inadequate lighting. Poor Lighting – The Failure of a Property Owner Imagine coming back to your rented Airbnb located inside of a condominium complex in a beach town in…
What is the Respondeat Superior Doctrine?
Respondeat superior is a Latin term used to describe a facet of personal injury law under which an employer becomes responsible for the negligence or omission of an employee. In other words, this is where the idea of vicarious liability comes from. Here, we want to discuss how respondeat superior could apply in various situations. Defining Respondeat Superior Respondeat superior is a legal doctrine commonly used in tort claims that means an employer or another principal could be liable for the actions of their employees or agents, if the wrongful action occurs within the scope of their duties. For most…
Proving Distracted Driving with Cell Phone Data
When a vehicle accident occurs, and one side alleges that the other was distracted by a cell phone, this can be difficult to prove. In many cases, these incidents turn into one story against another, but it may be possible to use cell phone data to try and determine whether or not a driver was distracted when a crash occurred. Here, we want to discuss how you can get cell phone data from another party and whether or not this will help prove liability for the incident. Cell Phone Data – What it Tells Us On March 18, 2018, Elaine…