Many individuals who suffer adverse side effects from taking pharmaceutical drugs never pursue legal action against the companies that made the medications. Perhaps some victims are afraid they cannot win the legal battle against giant...
Pedestrian Accidents
Hiring a Lawyer for a Sexual Abuse Case
Victims of sexual assault or abuse are encouraged to report the incident to authorities, who will likely launch a criminal investigation. This action may result in criminal charges being filed. The victim may be able to file a lawsuit...
Wrongful Death and Survival Action Claims
When families lose people they love due to another person’s negligence; they are left with grief and various financial burdens such as lost income, medical bills, and funeral expenses. A family member or spouse is often left to wonder if...
GM Recalls 7 Million Vehicles with Defective Airbags
GM has recalled over 7 million SUVs and pickups worldwide, with defective airbags linked to the same manufacturer whose airbags killed 17 people in the United States. On November 23rd, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
Thousands of Essure Adverse Events Reported to the FDA
In July 2018, Bayer announced that it would no longer sell Essure, the permanent birth control device. This decision to halt Essure sales came after thousands of women experienced adverse effects while they were using it. The FDA required...
Who is Held Liable for a Truck Accident?
With over half a million truck accidents per year, many questions arise around fault and liability for the crashes. Some companies have found fault in their long-haul trucks, while others blame the truck drivers or neighboring vehicles....
What to Expect in a Medical Malpractice Settlement
When individuals file a medical malpractice lawsuit, they do so with the expectation of receiving compensation for damages they have suffered due to a physician or other medical practitioner's negligence. However, what they may not be...
Proving Medical Malpractice Negligence
If you plan on filing a medical malpractice lawsuit against a medical professional, you’re probably wondering what evidence you will need to include in order to prove your case. You must be able to establish that the healthcare...
How a Lawyer Can Help With a Car Insurance Claim
Individuals who have been involved in a car accident where they were injured or experienced property damage due to someone else’s negligence may wonder if they need legal assistance. They may feel they can deal with insurers to settle...
Injured by a Medical Device: What to Do Next
Compared to a few decades ago, millions of individuals now have access to infinitely more life-saving medical devices. Many of these devices operate without problems and allow patients to live a much healthier life. However, every year,...
Personal Injury Negligence Laws in Georgia
Personal injury cases are based on negligence. Under certain legal circumstances, everyone has a duty of care to uphold when they oversee a business or drive a vehicle. If you breach your duty to act with care, a person’s safety and...
Value of Personal Injury Claim in Georgia
Victims of personal injury accidents such as slip and fall, dog bite, or car accident may have legal recourse and may be eligible to file a lawsuit for financial compensation. Many injured victims wonder how much money they are entitled...
Loss of Future Earnings in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
When personal injury claims include severe injuries and extensive medical care, it’s not unusual for a claimant to permanently or temporarily be unable to work. When an injured individual cannot return to work due to emotional trauma or...
Filing a Lawsuit After Suffering a Fire Injury
One of the most horrific and painful things a human can suffer is a burn injury If the individual lives through the experience, the psychological and physical scarring can leave the person devastated and overwhelmed by significant medical...
Statute of Limitations for Georgia Personal Injury Lawsuits
Do you plan on filing a personal injury lawsuit in Georgia due to a negligent incident caused by someone else’s intentional or reckless behavior? In that case, you need to make sure that you understand the statute of limitations for these...
Who Is Liable When My Airbags Don’t Deploy?
If an airbag within a vehicle fails to deploy in a crash, and someone is injured as a result, the victim may be able to file a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the airbag, the carmaker, and any other connected parties. Our team of...
Sexual Abuse Statute of Limitations in Georgia
For each state, there is a specific window of time to charge a perpetrator when a crime has been committed. Statutes of limitations, by definition, are the laws that determine this time frame. High-profile sexual violence cases are...
The Effects of Understaffed Nursing Homes
A nursing home's obligation to properly care for its residents can only be adequately met with a sufficient number of staff members. In addition, each of these staff members must have proper training. However, the problem of understaffing...