Vehicle Crash in Richmond Hill Involves Freightliner Box Truck and Traffic-Control Vehicle
On Monday morning, a major accident involving a Freightliner box truck and a Ford traffic-control truck killed two construction workers in Bryan County. All northbound lanes on I-95 near Exit 87 in Richmond Hill were closed for several hours. A southbound lane was also temporarily blocked. According to WTOC, all lanes had reopened by about…
Read MoreManufacturer vs. Retailer Liability in Georgia Product Liability Claims
When you’re injured due to a defective product, Georgia law may allow you to pursue compensation from the party responsible for the unsafe product. That often means the manufacturer, but depending on the specifics of your accident, other potential liable parties include retailers and distributors. Understanding who is legally responsible for your injuries is one…
Read MoreCan You Sue After an Accident Involving a MARTA Bus?
Every day, MARTA buses ferry thousands of people around the Atlanta area. While buses are a fairly safe form of transportation, accidents can and do happen. Given the enormity of their size, bus accidents often cause serious injuries to passengers and non-passengers alike. If you were injured in a MARTA bus accident, you are probably…
Read MoreWhy Does Atlanta’s “Spaghetti Junction” Cause So Many Serious Injury Crashes?
Atlanta drivers are familiar with some of the busiest roads in the Southeast, but few locations have a reputation quite like Spaghetti Junction. Formally named the Tom Moreland Interchange, this interchange between Interstate 85 and Interstate 285 is a massive network of ramps, bridges, and merging lanes that handles hundreds of thousands of vehicles every…
Read MoreWhat Questions Should You Ask Before Accepting a Settlement?
Getting a settlement offer after an accident can be a big relief. Medical bills may be piling up, you may be missing work, and you may want to put the entire situation behind you. Insurance companies know this. In many cases, they make settlement offers before an injured person fully understands the extent of their…
Read MoreAssaults in Rideshare Vehicles
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become a routine part of daily life in Georgia, especially in larger cities like Atlanta and Savannah. From getting to work or going home safely after a night out, rideshare services have changed how Georgia residents travel. But while these services are convenient, they also come with risk.…
Read MoreInjury Risks at Georgia Sports Stadiums and Concert Venues
Attending an event at a major Georgia venue should be an exciting experience, not a trip to the emergency room. Yet sometimes serious injuries occur at stadiums and concert halls. From Mercedes-Benz Stadium to State Farm Arena and Truist Park, fans and concertgoers may face hazards that can result in significant harm when venue operators…
Read MoreLegal Implications of Injuries Caused by Subcontractor Negligence
Construction sites bring together many different groups, including contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and equipment suppliers. If someone is hurt because a subcontractor was careless in Georgia, figuring out who is responsible can be complicated. While most workplace injuries are handled through workers’ compensation, injuries caused by someone other than your employer may allow you to…
Read MoreHow Georgia Public Records and Accident Reports Strengthen PI Claims
Government agencies in Georgia keep important records, such as police accident reports, 911 recordings, and municipal maintenance logs. A personal injury lawyer can use these records to make your personal injury claim much stronger. Understanding what records are available, how to obtain them, and how they can support your case gives personal injury victims a…
Read MoreProving Distracted Driving through Phone Records
If the driver who caused your crash claims they were paying attention, their phone records might show otherwise. In Georgia, cell phone data is a key tool for proving fault in distracted driving cases. When a driver denies using their phone during a collision, records from phone companies, app logs, and GPS data can offer…
Read MoreHow Medical Experts Strengthen Brain Injury Cases in Georgia Lawsuits
Building a strong brain injury case in Georgia often comes down to details that only experienced medical experts can carefully evaluate, explain, and prove. Brain injuries are some of the most complex cases, both medically and legally, because symptoms can be subtle, and these types of injuries are essentially invisible to other people. Understanding the…
Read MoreProving Cognitive Damage in a Brain Injury Lawsuit Under Georgia Law
According to the Brain Injury Association of America, roughly 2.8 million Americans experience traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) every year. While some of these injuries are relatively minor and resolve with minimal medical intervention, other brain injuries can cause lasting damage to a survivor’s cognitive functioning. When an accident victim sustains significant brain damage, they may…
Read MoreThe Rise of Driver-Assist Technology and Georgia Product Liability Law
Driver-assist systems (ADAS) are more common on Georgia roads than ever, changing how many of us face everyday traffic jams and highway commutes. Unlike fully self-driving technology, which operates the vehicle with little or no driver input (Level 4 or 5 on the SAE scale), driver-assist features depend on a human behind the wheel (Levels…
Read MoreCan You Sue for PTSD After a Car Accident in Georgia?
According to a 2025 study, nearly 25% of all car accident survivors go on to experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for as long as three years following an accident. Even survivors of relatively minor accidents report PTSD-related symptoms for months after a crash and may require mental health treatment to move towards recovery.…
Read MoreThe Role of Dash Cam Footage in Georgia Semi-Truck Injury Cases
In a recent survey of licensed adult drivers, 30% of respondents reported using a dash cam while driving. Of those who did not already have a dash cam on their vehicle, roughly 40% reported that they would likely purchase one of these devices within the next year. As dash cams become more common on Georgia’s…
Read MoreUnderstanding the “Made Whole Doctrine” in Georgia Personal Injury Settlements
After a long, contested personal injury case, receiving a settlement can feel like crossing the ultimate finish line. For some survivors, however, crossing the finish line can come with the complication of insurance subrogation. When insurance companies attempt to recover reimbursement of their expenditures related to the original injury, personal injury plaintiffs may be forced…
Read MoreHow Traffic Cameras in Atlanta Can Help (or Hurt) Your Personal Injury Claim
Traffic cameras can be found all throughout Atlanta and in some instances, they may play a pivotal role in determining what caused an accident. If you suffered injuries in a car crash caused by another driver, you may benefit from accessing that footage. By going over how traffic cameras in Atlanta can help or hurt…
Read MoreDeadly Apartment Fire in Cobb County Raises Serious Questions About Property Safety
Reports indicate that a Cobb County apartment building suffered severe damage in a fire that left at least three people dead and injured several others. The Concord Crossing apartment fire has also displaced dozens of residents. The Red Cross is now working to support the surviving victims. The investigation into the fire is ongoing, and…
Read MoreSovereign Immunity: What Atlanta Residents Need To Know
Sovereign immunity protects the State of Georgia, while related governmental immunity doctrines protect municipalities, such as the City of Atlanta, from many lawsuits. Even though governmental or sovereign immunity protects government agencies from many lawsuits, there are important exceptions that allow those injured by government negligence to bring a claim forward. By going over the…
Read MoreThe Role of Life Care Plans in Catastrophic Injury Lawsuits in Georgia
A life care plan can help you recover damages for the catastrophic injury you sustained due to someone else’s negligence. It’s important to develop this plan with real data and information that supports your request for compensation. By going over how a life care plan can help your catastrophic injury case, and speaking with an…
Read MoreHow Atlanta’s Growing Scooter Traffic Affects Auto Accident Liability
People in Atlanta made 1.5 million trips using micromobility devices within the first six months of 2025. Many of these trips were conducted with scooters, which Atlanta residents have come to rely on. Scooters may be convenient, but they also come with significant risks. Sharing the road with larger vehicles means that riders are often…
Read MoreHow Trucking Company Insurance Policies Differ from Standard Auto Claims
Dealing with a trucking accident claim can feel like facing an entirely different insurance system compared to an automobile car crash. Commercial trucking insurance policies have different rules, coverage amounts, and legal complexities that set them apart from regular auto policies. Understanding how these commercial policies operate and how adjusters and their legal teams may…
Read MoreHow the Atlanta Beltline Is Creating New Premises Liability Risks
The Atlanta Beltline is now a centerpiece of city life, stretching for miles as a multi-use path lined with parks, shopping, restaurants, and new housing. Weekdays and weekends see waves of people running, biking, commuting, or stopping at pop-up markets and food trucks. With all the traffic, certain dangers have emerged. If you are injured…
Read MoreGeorgia Laws on Employer Liability in Trucking Accidents
Truck accidents routinely rank among the most devastating collisions on Georgia highways and throughout the U.S. But unraveling liability can get messy fast. Drivers may be employed by major trucking carriers—or operate as independent owner-operators—and those distinctions matter. What doesn’t change is that victims are entitled to fair compensation. Unfortunately, trucking companies often deny responsibility…
Read MoreWho’s Liable for Negligent Post-Operative Care Leading to Spinal Infections?
Spinal surgery is often the last resort for people who suffer from severe back pain, disc herniations, and other spinal conditions. Insurance often won’t even approve surgery until a patient has undergone extensive physical therapy and pain management efforts. When spinal surgery is successful, it can restore mobility and give you your life back. But…
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