Medical malpractice can happen for many different reasons, and it typically stems from the negligence of the medical team and their failure to provide you with proper care. If it does occur, it can lead to serious injuries, and some medical malpractice incidents are...
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How much will car insurance cover after a crash in Georgia?
The average American household doesn't have that much in savings. If one of the wage-earning family members suddenly loses their income because of a car crash injury, there may only be enough money in savings to cover your mortgage for one or two months. You will be...
5 signs of nursing home negligence
Nursing home negligence is different than abuse. Although the staff may not take any deliberate action to cause harm to your loved one, they may neglect to do the things that they are supposed to do to keep them safe and healthy. Neglect often goes overlooked, so it's...
A common driving maneuver has a strong correlation with crashes
The risk for a crash is always there no matter how safe you try to be. However, there are certain driving habits that add to your overall collision risk far more than other behaviors. You likely already recognize how dangerous drunk driving or texting while driving...
Heavy traffic can increase your risk of getting into a wreck
Macon sees its fair share of traffic. The roads fill up during rush hour every weekday afternoon, and thousands of people drive through the area in late November and early December because of the incredible Christmas displays. These tourists are particularly dangerous...
What is the worst injury possible in a slip-and-fall situation?
If you were to believe what you see on social media or the television, you might think that a slip-and-fall is really just a humorous incident and not a dangerous experience. However, slip-and-falls are one of the more serious ways that people get hurt in public...
What determines the value of your personal injury claim?
Following a personal injury incident, it’s conceivable for victims to wonder about the amount they are likely to receive as compensation. It's hard to tell without knowing the exact circumstances surrounding your accident. A good rule of thumb is that the value of...
How do you set up a holiday parenting schedule?
When you have children, it can be difficult to decide how you want to split your time with them after a divorce. In an ideal world, you and your children would see each other every day and be a regular part of each other’s lives. As a parent who needs to share...
Dangers of improperly secured tractor-trailer loads
Tractor-trailers carry heavy and bulky loads all around the country. These loads must be all secured properly. A trucker's failure to secure them can lead to critical safety incidents. Several things can go wrong when an 18-wheeler's load is improperly secured....
What is a loss of consortium claim in a personal injury case?
Sometimes, injuries sustained following an accident may affect other aspects of your life beyond the physical and mental spheres. For example, these injuries might have adverse effects on your relationship with the people closest to you. An example would be the bond...