Driving is a dangerous activity, and motorists must give it their entire attention. Unfortunately, technology has intruded so much so that some drivers think it is perfectly acceptable to send or read a text while a vehicle is moving. In 2018, Georgia passed the “Hands Free Law” to rein in…
Scooters continue to flood into Atlanta, but the City Council has finally stepped up to the plate to regulate them. After a series of accidents involving pedestrians and cars, the city has finally decided to take action to protect the safety of the public. We applaud them—even if we think…
We are proud to announce that Michael Geoffroy has been awarded The Signature Service Award, awarded annually to recognize an individual who has achieved a certain level of service. It is measured by his or her commitment to the Young Lawyers Division and other service-related organizations. Michael serves on the…
Always ask the driver, “Who are you here to pick up?” If you don’t hear your name, don’t get in. Don’t mention your name until they say it first. Use information sharing features in each app to share your driver, pickup time and other info with people you trust. Lyft has “ETA”, which allows…
Imagine you were just involved in a major car accident in Conyers, GA. In the days immediately following the crash, you start to develop severe headaches. You suspect that you have suffered a concussion. When you call your primary care doctor, you are surprised to find out they do not…
No one expects to be involved in a serious accident. Unfortunately, one can happen at any time. Tens of thousands of people in Georgia are injured as a result of negligence each year — in everything from car wrecks to slip and fall accidents. If you were severely injured in…
Because dog fighting is a felony in all 50 states in the country, most people assume that dog fighting is a rare occurrence – one that only happens in few places, and that those who participate only comprise a very small part of American culture. However, as explained by the…
If a loved one has died because of another person’s wrongful actions, you might be able to bring a wrongful death claim for compensation. But how long do they take to settle? Unfortunately, there is no set timetable. Remember, any negotiation involves two parties—you and the person who accidentally or…
If you accidentally injure someone while driving your car, your car insurance will kick in to pay compensation to the victim. But what happens if someone is injured while walking on your property? For example, a customer might slip and fall inside a store or in the parking lot, or…
Losing a loved one in an avoidable accident is absolutely devastating. While nothing can truly make up for this type of heartbreaking loss, Georgia law allows certain loved ones of the victim to file a wrongful death claim to get justice and much needed financial support for their family. Unfortunately,…
