Personal Injury
Personal Injury Mediation: The Process
If you or somebody you love sustains an injury caused by the actions of another individual or entity, you have the right to recover compensation for your losses. Often, these claims are resolved through settlements with insurance carriers, but they may have to go to the civil court system. Here, we want to discuss an alternative dispute resolution process known as mediation. Specifically, we want to delve into what you can expect if your case goes to a mediator. The Basics of Personal Injury Mediation in Georgia Mediation is considered an alternative dispute resolution process that individuals can go through…
What Is A Personal Injury Settlement Agreement?
If you or somebody you care about has sustained an injury caused by the actions of another individual or entity in the state of Georgia, then you will likely be able to recover compensation for your losses. This includes coverage of your medical bills, lost wages, property damage expenses, and more. Often, these claims are resolved through settlement with insurance carriers, but what exactly is a settlement agreement in a personal injury claim? Here, we want to review what a settlement agreement is, how quickly it is likely to happen, and whether or not you will have to go to…
Insurance Demand Letter Response Time
In the event you sustain an injury caused by another party, it is very likely that your case will be resolved through a settlement with an insurance carrier. However, insurance carriers are notoriously difficult to deal with. These claims often begin with sending a demand letter to the insurance carrier and asking for payment of all medical bills, property damage expenses, lost wages, and other damages. Here, we want to discuss how long it may take the insurance carrier to respond to a demand letter sent by you or your attorney. What is a Demand Letter? When a person sustains…
How Serious are Repetitive Stress Injuries?
When most people think of work injuries, they think of traumatic injuries like broken bones, lacerations, puncture wounds, head trauma, and more. However, repetitive stress injuries are one of the most common workplace injuries a person can sustain. However, employees often run into roadblocks when it comes to securing compensation for repetitive stress injuries. Here, we want to discuss the seriousness of repetitive stress or repetitive motion injuries as well as why you may need to seek assistance from an attorney to help you recover compensation in these situations. What are Repetitive Stress Injuries? These types of injuries are caused…
What is Popcorn Lung?
One term that has popped up regularly over the last few years is called “popcorn lung.” This is the nickname for bronchitis obliterans, which is a condition where are the smallest air passages in our lungs sustain damage that makes us cough and feel short of breath. This condition can be caused by breathing in the same chemical that is used to flavor microwave popcorn (hence the name popcorn lung) but can also be caused by other lung illnesses or chemicals. Here, we want to delve more in-depth into how a person can sustain popcorn lung and look at whether…
What Evidentiary Standard Must be Met for a Georgia Jury to Award Punitive Damages?
When a person sustains an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual, business, or entity, they should be able to recover various types of compensation. In most personal injury lawsuits, individuals are able to receive compensation for their economic and non-economic losses. This can include coverage of their medical bills, lost wages, property damage expenses, pain and suffering damages, and more. However, in some situations, punitive damages may also be awarded by a personal injury jury. Punitive damages are typically reserved for situations where the conduct of the defendant was determined to be especially egregious or…
Slip and Falls in Places of Worship
Slip and fall injuries can lead to significant setbacks for victims, and these injuries can occur anywhere. When most people think of a slip and fall injury, and think of grocery stores or sidewalks and parking lots. However, property owners and operators have a duty to ensure the safety of their premises if they allow guests and visitors. This includes places of worship such as churches, synagogues, and mosques. These areas are not immune to lawsuits from individuals who sustain injuries on their premises. Here, we want to discuss how these injuries occur and how to prove liability for these…
The Three Types of Products Liability Suits
The last thing that any person should have to worry about is that a product that they use or consume could cause them or their family harm. Unfortunately, defective products are not uncommon in this country. Almost every day, we hear about a major recall on the news. Sometimes the recall pertains to vehicles or foods and beverages. In other cases, recalls deal with appliances, workout equipment, and even children’s toys. Here, we want to discuss the three main types of product liability lawsuits that may occur, and they all revolve around different things that can go wrong with the…
The Relationship Between Brain Injury And Stroke
When most people think of traumatic brain injuries, they think of most of the damage coming from the impact and the subsequent swelling that occurs inside of the skull. However, many people are not aware that there is a link between brain injuries and strokes. Strokes occur when the blood supply in part of the brain is interrupted or reduced. When this occurs, brain cells begin to die within minutes. The link between brain injuries and strokes needs to be discussed and understood, particularly if you or somebody you know has experienced a brain injury recently. What is the Link…
Can I Seek Compensation For Food Poisoning?
The last thing any person expects when they consume foods or beverages is that they will become sick with food poisoning. Unfortunately, the reality is that there are times when the careless or negligent actions of a restaurant or company can lead to food becoming contaminated or improperly prepared. When this occurs, consumers can become incredibly ill. Here, we want to discuss whether or not you will be able to seek compensation if you have experienced food poisoning due to the actions of a restaurant or company. How Does Food Poisoning Occur? Data available from the Centers for Disease Control…