An autopsy is not required to initiate a wrongful death claim. However, there are very specific instances defined by Georgia law where an autopsy must be performed following a death. While autopsies are not necessary, the information discovered can be beneficial in showing that the negligence of another person caused your loved one’s untimely death. …
Truck accidents happen across the United States every day. Because of more dangerous roads and highways, some states have more accidents than others. The National Safety Council states there are over approximately 4,500 fatal truck accidents per year. Catastrophic injuries and deaths can occur in these accidents because of the truck’s large size. The states …
Driving near semi-trucks on the highway can pose more risks than driving around smaller vehicles. Because of their large size, semi-trucks can cause catastrophic accidents. However, there are steps drivers can take to stay safer when driving behind semi-trucks, such as keeping a safe distance, passing on the left, and staying alert. Knowing what to …
The trucking industry transports goods across the country daily. Many companies use semi-trucks to ship their products. Because of this, there are many semi-trucks on our nation’s highways. With more trucks on the road, more accidents can occur involving these large vehicles. It’s essential to know truck accident statistics so you can see the danger …
A semi-truck accident can traumatize anyone, especially if they suffer severe injuries. Thus, it’s understandable to be disoriented and unsure about what to do next. So, here are five things you can do if you’ve been hit by a semi-truck in Georgia. 1. Call 911 for Emergency Assistance If a tractor-trailer hits you, immediately contact …
When you suffer an injury in an accident with a commercial truck, you might pursue damages through a personal injury lawsuit. However, going to court after a trucking accident may seem overwhelming while you recover from your injuries. Understanding the legal process and how to protect your legal rights after a truck collision gives you …
Knowing how to address the judge, where to sit, and when to stand before ever walking into a courtroom in a professional capacity will help ease any nerves you may be feeling. Following are 10 rules of etiquette that are good to know, no matter how many times you’ve plied your trade before the bench. …
The attorney-client privilege is key to courtroom proceedings. Without it, lawyers would not be able to effectively represent their clients. With attorney-client privileges, lawyers and their clients can confidently discuss the details of a legal case without fear of repercussion. Understanding the full scope of these privileges is critical to providing legal service. When the …
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) details how to report unsafe working conditions in Georgia. You can file an official complaint through the department’s website. Employers in Georgia have a responsibility to maintain safe working conditions for their employees. If your employer failed to comply with these laws and a hazard led to your …
Workplace injuries can affect your ability to work and cause significant pain, emotional distress, and financial pressure. However, if you sustained a workplace injury in Atlanta as a full-time, part-time, or seasonal employee, you would most likely be able to claim workers’ compensation benefits. This post looks at different examples of workers’ compensation claims and …
Workplace injuries can create massive financial disruption in an injured worker’s life. Payments made through a worker’s compensation claim are a valuable resource that helps wounded workers keep their lives moving forward while on their way to recovery and rejoining the workforce. But receiving checks late can unnecessarily strain injured workers and cause a chain …
A vocational interview is an essential component of receiving workers’ compensation. Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier may require you to receive an examination during an independent medical evaluation by a doctor it chooses. Depending on your condition, this doctor could release you to do a specific level of work, which could be a light, …
Data from the Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) indicates that roughly 4% of personal injury cases go to trial. 1 The odds of a case proceeding to trial are slim, but those odds shouldn’t be confused with the actual number of tort claims that are initiated or filed in court. Prevalence of …
People come to attorneys to solve problems and settle disputes that affect all aspects of life, liberty, and property. To be exceptional, the top qualities every good lawyer should have involve excellence in client service, in-depth knowledge of the law, and proficiency in critical and creative thinking. While many people view the profession as a …
Personal injury cases rarely go to court for final resolution. Often, an insurance settlement is reached when the evidence indicates negligence. Other personal injury cases are settled via mediation or arbitration. The difference between the two is that the parties involved in the case decide the outcome through mediation. When a case is resolved with …
If you have an accident at work, you can still claim workers’ compensation even if you have a pre-existing health condition or prior injury sustained outside your work scope. However, non-work-related injuries can affect a workers’ compensation claim. For example, your employer or insurer may use a prior injury or pre-existing health condition to deny …
This year’s Survivor of a Car Accident Scholarship was awarded to Rutgers Law School student Emani Miles. At Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, we are dedicated to benefitting local, state, and nationwide communities. We offer four annual scholarships to current and incoming college students. These include the Future Lawyers of America Scholarship, the Survivor of a …
If you want a second opinion about your work injury in Atlanta, you could obtain an independent medical examination (IME) at your employer’s expense if certain conditions apply. An IME is a secondary exam performed by a doctor who is unaffiliated with your case and not providing you with medical treatment. An IME provider’s sole aim …
You should know the difference between a concussion and a traumatic brain injury if you or a loved one suffered a personal injury accident, like a car crash or a slip and fall. A traumatic brain injury can be several different injuries, and a concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury. Some of these …
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, it makes sense to wonder how much you could win if you filed an insurance or civil claim against the liable party. After everything you have been through, you want to be sure that your efforts are going to pay off in the end. Many factors …
If you (or a loved one) were a driver, pedestrian, or passenger involved in a bus accident in Georgia, you may want to pursue compensation. In this guide to bus accident claims in Georgia, we go over the damages you could request, how to file the claim, and how a lawyer from our firm can …
Although the terms medical malpractice and medical negligence are often used interchangeably, they actually have different meanings. Medical negligence refers to a healthcare provider’s inability to meet the medical standard of care while medical malpractice refers to a healthcare provider’s medical negligence itself which led to a patient’s injury or illness. Victims of medical negligence …
Airbags are designed to save lives, but sometimes they cause harm instead. Their deployment could also affect your insurance claim. An insurance company may assume an accident was more severe if the airbags were deployed. A car accident lawyer from our team can evaluate your specific case to determine how airbag deployment affects your car …
Getting a settlement for a soft tissue injury after a car accident can be either straightforward or draining, depending on whether the liable party has an insurer willing to communicate openly and in good faith. You could benefit from hiring a car accident attorney to seek a settlement on your behalf. What Is a Soft …
Georgia law defines ordinary negligence as the failure to exercise “that degree of care which is exercised by ordinarily prudent persons under the same or similar circumstances.” Establishing negligence is a critical component in truck accident cases. How you prove negligence in a truck accident could determine liability and who you could pursue for compensation …
Bodily injury (BI) and underinsured motorist (UM) insurance can both be used to secure compensation after a car accident. These types of insurance apply differently, depending on the facts of your case. If the at-fault driver in your case carries liability insurance, BI could cover the costs of your injuries. If the at-fault driver is …
The nature of the internship will determine if an intern is covered under workers’ compensation. That’s because internships operate in a legal gray area regarding workers’ compensation, which applies to only a strict class of employees and excludes many types of workers from this insurance. The U.S. Department of Labor notes that with regards to …
Most personal injury cases will be resolved without a lengthy court case. If yours does go to court, a personal injury lawyer can explain what you should expect at a pre-trial event. He can also explain how the pre-trial process can still result in a favorable financial settlement. The steps in the pre-trial conference can …
If you were injured at the gym, you may be able to sue, depending on the details in your case. Nearly all gyms have their members sign liability waivers. By signing these written agreements, you are entering a contract that prevents you from suing the gym. Working out is dangerous, so gyms rely on these …
Some people believe having just one or two drinks means it is safe to drive. Many drivers pay little attention to their BAC levels before getting behind the wheel. However, under Georgia law, motorists are prohibited from operating a motor vehicle when blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels are at 0.08% or more. Because everybody reacts …
