Georgia Personal Injury Blog
Punitive Damages in Georgia
Any person who sustains an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual, company, or entity should be able to recover compensation for their injuries and other losses. Most people are aware that a personal injury lawsuit could help a person gain various types of compensable damages, such as coverage of their medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering losses, and more. However, punitive damages may also be awarded in some circumstances. Here, we want to discuss what punitive damages are, under what circumstances they may be awarded, and whether or not there are any caps on…
How To Deal With Atlanta Car Accident Adjusters
Getting into a car accident is not on anybody’s to-do list, but the reality is that vehicle accidents occur regularly throughout the state of Georgia. Most people will inevitably be involved in an accident. If you or a loved one do you get into an accident, then you will very likely be dealing with adjusters from the insurance carriers in the case. This includes an adjuster from your insurance carrier as well as an adjuster from the insurance carrier of the other driver involved. It is crucial that you understand how to handle insurance adjusters in the aftermath of a…
Daycare Negligence in Georgia
Parents must be able to trust daycare facilities. These facilities are responsible for caring for the most vulnerable members of our society. Unfortunately, there are times when these daycares fall short of their duties and responsibilities. When this occurs, children can sustain significant injuries. Here, we want to discuss daycare negligence in Georgia, particularly what it means for daycare to be negligent, what parents of injured children can do, and what type of compensation may be available in these situations. What is daycare negligence? Children get injured all the time, and this does not necessarily mean their injury was caused…
BP LLP to Co-chair False Claims Act Summit
BP LLP is pleased to co-chair the Second Annual False Claims Act Summit on Wednesday, December 9. The seminar will be virtual this year. Click on the link below for more info & registration info about the CLE. In 2019 alone, under the False Claims Act (“FCA”), the federal government recovered over $3 billion against those who defrauded the federal government, and paid $265 million to the whistleblowers who exposed that fraud and abuse. You can learn more about these cases and what it takes to pursue one at the 2nd Annual (virtual) FCA Summit on Wednesday, December 9 at…
Above-ground Swimming Pool Laws & Regulations in Georgia
When the weather starts to heat up in Georgia, pools become more popular. Nothing beats back the hot Georgia weather like a backyard swimming pool. While many Georgians have in-ground pools at their homes, above-ground pools are becoming more and more popular. Their popularity springs from the fact that they cost less than in-ground pools and can be installed in a fraction of the time. Above-ground pools are also incredibly convenient for smaller yards where a large in-ground pool just simply would not work. However, it is important to understand that there are laws and regulations surrounding above-ground pools in…
Will a Settlement Affect Disability Benefits?
If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another individual or entity, you may be entitled to various types of compensation. However, if you receive disability benefits and are expecting a personal injury settlement, you may wonder how this settlement could affect your benefits moving forward. Here, we want to discuss how personal injury settlements intersect with disability benefits as well as whether it matters what type of benefit you are receiving. SSDI and SSI – What is the difference between the two? There is often significant confusion around the…
What’s the Difference Between Whiplash and a Concussion?
Whiplash and concussion are two common injuries associated with vehicle accidents. However, both of these injuries can occur in any number of ways other than vehicle accidents, including sports injuries, slip and fall accidents, workplace incidents, and more. While whiplash and concussions may both be common injuries, they are both very different. If you are involved in a vehicle accident or other incident, it is possible to sustain one or both of these injuries. Here, we want to discuss the difference between whiplash and concussion when it comes to vehicle accidents in our area. What is whiplash? Whiplash is common…
What the Attorney-Client Privilege Really Means
Most people have heard of the term attorney-client privilege. This phrase is often thrown around on TV shows and in movies as a means to remind law enforcement officials that attorney does not have to discuss what their client says with them. Here, we want to discuss well attorney-client privilege means when it comes to preserving the confidentiality of communication between a lawyer and their client. This rule is important to understand if you are considering working with an attorney for any type of case, whether it be for a personal injury matter or a criminal defense issue. Defining attorney-client…
What Is Considered A “Reasonable Person” When It Comes To Negligence?
If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another individual, business, or entity, you may be entitled to various types of compensation for what happened. However, securing this compensation revolves around actually proving the negligence of the person who caused the injury. Proving this negligence involves showing that another individual or entity acted, or failed to act, in a way that another reasonable person would in the same situation. Here, we want to discuss what the term “reasonable” means in these situations. Negligence, a reasonable person, and personal injury claims…
What Are The Different Types Of Bone Fractures?
A broken or fractured bone is a relatively common injury that can occur in any number of ways, including vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, workplace accidents, and more. While broken bones are not uncommon, these are considered significant injuries that require immediate medical care. A severely fractured or broken bone can be devastating for a victim and can lead to extreme pain as well as expensive recovery and rehabilitation. However, even relatively minor bone breaks and fractures can lead to long-lasting consequences for a victim. Here, we want to discuss the various types of bone fractures a person could…