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 an accident in Georgia, you need a great personal...
Continue ReadingBecause 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 American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals...
Continue ReadingIf 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 a guest could be injured in your home. This...
Continue ReadingHalloween is a holiday loved by many, especially children! People enjoy celebrating this rather superstitious holiday in a variety of ways. Some spend the night binge-watching every Stephen King movie ever made. Other party hop hoping to win at least one of the dozens of costume contests. Others prefer to stay home and hand out candy to hundreds of...
Continue ReadingInitially formed in 1883, the Georgia Bar Association began as a voluntary professional association of Georgia lawyers. The organization provided a variety of benefits to members, but because membership was not mandatory, the association lacked the power to address significant issues. Seeking the ability to address statewide concerns and work toward important legislation, the Georgia Bar Association began advocating...
Continue ReadingCar accidents that involve government workers Accidents and their repercussions are an ever-reoccurring fact of life. Some accidents leave personal injury victims with moderate to severe injuries or loss of property, and it only makes sense that who caused the crash should be in charge of paying for the damage that the accident caused. The best way to ensure...
Continue ReadingStrong, safe communities have deep roots. Organizations like Rockdale Emergency Relief are crucial to keeping our local community protected and healthy. Founded in 1967, Rockdale Emergency Relief is the longest-serving organization solely dedicated to Rockdale County residents in need of assistance. As a resident of Rockdale County, it’s important to support your fellow neighbors. There are a number of...
Continue ReadingLiability for Pharmaceutical Drug Companies By law, drug manufacturers are required to produce prescription drugs and medical devices that are safe and free from unreasonably dangerous defects. Meaning that pharmaceutical companies must design, manufacture, and sell prescription medicines and all medical devices that are safe and conform to the regulations and obligations of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)...
Continue ReadingPharmaceutical Drug Injury Law Do you have any legal rights if you have experienced an injury or a serious illness after taking a dangerous drug or supplement? If, so you may have been wondering against whom you would file a drug claim. Would it be the pharmacy or the doctor who prescribed the drug? Can you sue a pharmaceutical...
Continue ReadingThe dangers of driving while intoxicated are well-publicized, but a new form of distracted driving could be even more deadly: texting and driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that texting while driving is more dangerous than driving with a blood-alcohol level of .08, which is considered legally intoxicated it almost every state.In fact, a collision is...
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