Georgia Personal Injury Blog
Long Term Effects of Whiplash After a Car Accident
When a car crash occurs, there are countless ways that a driver or passenger can be injured. One of the most common, yet least understood injuries is whiplash. Whiplash is caused when the force of a car collision causes the head and neck to whip back and forth quickly. While you may think whiplash only happens in high-speed collisions, that is not the case. Even relatively low-speed impacts can cause whiplash. Studies have shown that a person can sustain whiplash in a crash as slow as five miles per hour. Whiplash happens quickly but can have lasting effects In the…
Five Strategies to Focus as Much as Possible on the Road
Distracted driving is incredibly dangerous. From the time we start driving, we are told of the importance of keeping our eyes on the road and paying attention to our surroundings. However, distractions happen in many different ways. With the rise of technology in our lives, particularly smartphones, distracted driving has become more common than ever. Despite most jurisdictions passing some sort of distracted driving laws, it is common for drivers to talk and text while driving. However, there are other distractions, including browsing the internet, eating, drinking, reaching for objects, and more. If you want to stay safe on the…
Who is at Fault in Left-Hand Turn Accidents?
No matter how much experience you have when it comes to driving, left-hand turn can still seem daunting. Left-hand turns can lead to serious accidents and major injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 61% of crashes that happen while turning or crossing an intersection involve a left-hand turn. When a left-hand turn accident happens, it is important to establish who was at fault. Why are left-hand turns so dangerous? These turns often lead to precarious situations due to the nature of when they are made. Unlike a right-hand turn, left-hand turns are made across the path of…
What is Medical Payments Coverage?
If you or a passenger have been injured in a car accident or another kind of auto-related incident, you are likely entitled to medical payments coverage. Also known as MedPay or medical expense coverage, these payments help cover the costs of medical care for accident injuries. Medical payments coverage is not dependent on who is at fault in an accident, meaning that anyone involved should be entitled to payment. What do medical payments cover? Medical payments coverage will pay most medical costs that a person incurs after a car accident injury. MedPay can be used to treat: Passenger injuries Injuries…
What is Brain Herniation?
Our brains are the control centers of our bodies, and a brain injury can lead to lifelong disabilities or death. One of the most serious injuries that can happen to the brain is brain herniation, also called hydrocephalus. This is commonly referred to as “water on the brain” and, if not treated immediately, is often fatal. Understanding cerebrospinal fluid Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is produced by specialized cells in the brain. This fluid plays a vital role in cushioning the brain and spinal cord. It acts as a shock absorber and support system for the central nervous system. The CSF: Helps…
Navigating Winter Weather on Georgia Roads
As the weather cools and the leaves turn, we need to begin to think about driving in wintery weather. Yes, even in Georgia, drivers should always be read to operate in snowy and icy conditions. Drivers in this state are generally unprepared for these situations. Perhaps even more than drivers in Northern states, drivers in Georgia should read and understand the following tips for navigating winter weather. Driving in winter weather The truth is that even small amounts of snow and ice can turn normally safe roads into hazardous tracts. According to the Federal Highway Administration, 24% of weather-related vehicle…
Hydroplaning: What It is, How to Avoid It, and What to Do if You Can’t
Hydroplaning is one of the scariest things that can happen when you are driving a vehicle. Most of us have experienced some form of hydroplaning, which refers to the skidding or sliding of a car’s tires across a wet surface. Understanding what hydroplaning is, how you can avoid it, and how to drive through it can help you avoid serious car accidents and injuries on the roadway. What is hydroplaning? Typically, when a car encounters water on the roadway, the tires are able to scatter the water. A car will hydroplane when there is more water than the tire can…
Different Between Negligence and Gross Negligence
If someone is injured due to the negligent actions of another person, company, or entity, they are generally entitled to compensation for their losses. However, two terms often appear in legal documents and discussions of legal matters that may seem confusing – “ordinary negligence” and “gross negligence.” Understanding the difference between these two is crucial. Depending on the facts of someone’s personal injury case, the type of negligence involved could play a role in how much compensation they receive. What is ordinary negligence? Ordinary negligence (typically just referred to as negligence), is the failure of one party to use the…
Veterans Legal Clinic Improves Lives
Improving the lives of veterans living in Georgia is the goal of UGA School of Law’s Veterans Legal Clinic. Individuals seeking help from the clinic can call 706-542-6439 or send an email to veteranslegalclinic@uga.edu. The Veterans Legal Clinic is funded by a lead gift from BP LLP Partner Jim Butler. See original article in UGA TODAY. Click below to watch a video.
Comparative Versus Contributory Negligence
If someone is injured in an accident, one of the first things that need to be established is who was responsible for the incident. The responsible party is determined using a variety of means, including investigations into the crash. It is important to determine who is at fault because that will play a part in determining who is liable for damages. The legal concepts of comparative and contributory negligence matter when examining any injury case. Negligence is a term used to describe conduct that creates an unreasonable risk of harm to other people. If a person is negligent, and their…