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 …
Even law-abiding citizens find themselves feeling nervous when stopped by police. In part, people may feel anxiety when interacting with law enforcement because they may not fully understand their rights when pulled over. Whether you know your rights or not, you have many rights when police decide to stop your vehicle. However, if you have …
You may have the right to financial compensation when you have suffered devastating injuries in a commercial truck accident. However, navigating the claims process alone may be difficult. When you are still recuperating from your injuries, you may need a legal advocate on your side who can help you establish liability and recover maximum compensation …
If you suffer from a disabling injury or illness that prevents you from working, you might qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. However, a substantial amount of time may pass while you cannot work and wait for the Social Security Administration (SSA) to approve your application and start your payments. Fortunately, you can seek …
If you have a disabling injury or medical condition, you’ll want to avoid common mistakes that can ruin your claim for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Therefore, you want to ensure you complete the application process correctly, so you and your family get the payments you need as quickly and efficiently as possible. However, applying …
When your work responsibilities are causing you severe stress and anxiety, it can affect your mental and physical health. If stress and anxiety impact your ability to do your job and live your life normally, you may need to take some time off to recuperate. Severe, debilitating anxiety and stress may be considered a repetitive …
When you go on a business trip, you are considered “on the clock” for the duration of the trip. So, when you suffer a work-related injury on a business trip, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. However, you can expect the insurance company to push back. They may argue that your injuries are …
Employees who suffer heavy machinery injuries on the job may be eligible for workers’ compensation, which allows them to continue receiving income while they recover. However, since heavy machinery accidents can happen for various reasons, multiple parties could be liable for your losses. In that instance, you could have financial recovery options outside of workers’ …
If your son or daughter was injured, they are entitled to financial compensation for their injuries, just as an injured adult would be. In the state of Georgia, a minor cannot file a lawsuit even if they are injured as the result of negligence on the part of another person or entity. A parent can …
When you’ve suffered critical injuries in an accident and someone else is at fault, you may have the right to financial compensation. However, personal injury claims are far different from the criminal charges the liable party may face as they relate to the accident and injuries you sustained. One of the key differences between criminal …
Were you or a loved one injured in a car accident? If you were, you might be given the option of being treated in a local emergency room. You should accept any such treatment if it is offered to ensure you get the medical care and support you need. Some car accident injuries can be …
If you are in a car accident while pregnant, seek medical attention immediately. Even if you are not hospitalized after an accident, you can suffer from complications that can put both you and child at risk. If you are not taken to the hospital in an ambulance immediately after the accident, go to the emergency …
According to O.C.G.A. § 40-6-273, you are legally obligated to report an auto accident to 911 or the nearest police department, county sheriff, or state patrol if the following conditions apply to the crash: Someone sustained an injury or died in the accident The property damage likely exceeds $500 The locality where the crash happened …
The failure to stop at a red light is one of the most commonly ignored rules of the road. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the leading causes of car accidents. So, if someone ran a red light and hits you, you could sue them for the resulting property damage, medical bills, and other losses you …
Whether you want to retire early to get your retirement benefits, or a health condition forces you to do so, you might be concerned with whether you can file for disability insurance benefits with the Social Security Administration (SSA). After all, it is always possible that your request for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits …
Right-of-way is an integral part of Georgia law. As outlined in O.C.G.A. § 40-6-70 through § 40-6-77, these laws ensure roadways are safe for all who use them. Violation of these laws can lead to accidents with subsequent fines and even jail time for the at-fault driver. Therefore, knowing the ins and outs of these …
If you sustained an injury due to someone else’s negligence, Georgia’s injury laws allow you to file an insurance claim or lawsuit to seek damages from the at-fault party. However, personal injury claims can take time to resolve, and all the while, your medical bills still need to get paid. So, what are your options …
Like any other state in the union, Georgia is host to its own set of unique laws. Many of these laws affect personal injury cases. From dog bite laws to traffic regulations, these laws and statutes can impact how Georgia legal cases play out. Georgia Isn’t a “One Bite Rule” State Many states throughout the …
Yes, if you are collecting Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), your spouse can receive a benefit based on these requirements: You have been married for at least one year Your spouse is 62 or older Your spouse is caring for your child who is under 16 or is disabled and entitled to benefits What Is …
Subrogation refers to a common insurance practice. The doctrine refers to an insurance company’s legal right to pursue a third party in order to recover damages paid to the policyholder as a result of a claim. Subrogation is most common in auto accident cases but can also occur during property or healthcare policy claims. Typically, …
Nursing staff can be held liable for medical malpractice. You can seek damages incurred due to their negligence in certain situations. Medical malpractice and nursing home abuse cases can be complex, and liability can often also be laid on the attending doctor or medical facility in which the malpractice occurred. For instance, if a doctor …
No, you are under no legal obligation to provide a recorded statement in a personal injury claim. Doing so could actually harm your case. Insurance companies may try to use your recorded statement to reduce your claim by using the following tactics: Using pointed questions to invalidate your case Attempting to downplay your injuries Examining …
If your child was hurt on school property or even on a school bus, you might be able to hold the school liable for injuries in Georgia. These kinds of personal injury cases can be complex and can depend on a number of factors. On your own, it can be hard to understand the dynamics …
If you get in an accident in a company car, you can seek compensation for your injuries. Your employer can be liable if you were in a motor vehicle collision, whether you were driving or riding as a passenger. Even if you caused the accident, your boss could have some legal responsibility as long as …
If you already had an injury, you might mistakenly think that you cannot collect workers’ compensation benefits if your job aggravated your condition, but it is possible to get workers’ compensation benefits in this situation. Here are some suggestions on proving an existing injury was made worse by your job. Pre-Existing Injuries and Workers’ Compensation …
Yes, you can pursue compensation after a car accident on private property, but there will be a few procedural differences. Although you might not have realized it at the time, you most likely drive on private property frequently. For example, when you run errands, you might park your car in the grocery store or shopping …
If you lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligent or malicious actions, you could seek compensation for the losses incurred by the decedent before their death. O.C.G.A. § 51-4-2 allows this legal process, called a survival action, to occur. The executor of the decedent’s estate could use it to recover the costs associated …
When a loved one has been severely injured in an accident, particularly if the accident involves head trauma, they may be incapable of advocating for their own rights. GA Code § 29-5-22 (2016) has made provision for such situations in the form of guardianships and conservatorships. The appropriately appointed representative for the disabled individual can …
When you are diagnosed with an occupational disease and will be unable to continue working, you may be wondering how you are going to continue to support yourself and your family. Fortunately, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. However, you may be unsure whether you qualify, what these benefits consist of, or how …
