Georgia negligence law comes into play anytime someone suffers damages due to another person’s wrongful or careless actions. Legal claims that may involve a negligence analysis include: If someone else’s negligence caused your injuries in Georgia, contact an attorney with MG Law to discuss the details of your case. Our team of experienced injury attorneys will determine if you...
Continue ReadingWhen you sustain injuries in an accident caused by another party’s actions, you could have the legal right to pursue financial reimbursement from the negligent party. However, you only have a limited time to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries. This deadline is known as the Georgia statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Failure to...
Continue ReadingSlipping and falling to the ground in Walmart is not on anyone’s to-do list. Unfortunately, it happens far too often. Walmart maintains over 5,000 retail operations, including Supercenters, Neighborhood Markets, and convenience stores. These stores owe customers and other visitors a duty to keep their premises reasonably safe, free from debris or spills that could cause someone to fall....
Continue ReadingIf you were involved in an accident, you are probably suffering physically and financially and also emotionally. Accidents can be traumatic experiences, and in Georgia, the courts recognize this. That’s why, in certain situations, Georgia courts allow you to seek compensation for emotional distress. In Georgia, to recover damages for emotional distress, a plaintiff must have sustained a physical...
Continue ReadingWhen people purchase an insurance policy, they purchase protection. An insurance policy is meant to protect the policyholder, so they are not held personally liable for paying damages in the event of an accident. However, that insurance is also meant to protect you, too. Whether you were in a car crash, or you were hurt on a negligent property...
Continue ReadingAccidental injuries happen every day. According to data collected and published by the Georgia Department of Public Health, more than 74,000 people are hospitalized or visit the emergency room for an accidental injury annually. If you or your loved one was hurt because of the negligence of another party, you can seek compensation for your damages through a personal...
Continue ReadingPhysical evidence is the bedrock of a personal injury lawsuit. Without physical evidence, it can be nearly impossible to prove that an accident occurred or to prove the identity of a hit-and-run driver. Physical evidence takes many forms, but we encourage our clients to carefully preserve as much physical evidence as possible. Paint transfer occurs in a car accident...
Continue ReadingYes. An injured victim can make insurance claims with many different companies, depending on the circumstances of the crash. At our firm, we have often seen multiple insurance policies in play. In many ways, this is ideal, since it increases the likelihood that our clients will receive just compensation for their injuries. Contact MG Law if you need help...
Continue ReadingSome people lie. It’s a sad fact, but one we need to deal with. If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, the other motorist might falsely claim that you were to blame. Even worse, the police officer who responds to the accident might agree with the motorist and tag you as responsible for the incident. You may be...
Continue ReadingRear-end collisions can happen anywhere, though they are most common at intersections and in parking lots. Being rear-ended can cause considerable damage, not only to your vehicle but also to your body. If someone has struck you from behind, you should be prepared for a lengthy recovery and a possibly frustrating experience getting compensation for your claim. For help...
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