What Does Maximum Medical Improvement Mean in a Car Crash Claim?
It’s hard to know what to expect after you’re injured in a car accident, especially if you’re dealing with multiple or complex injuries. However, understanding the prognosis of your injury and your path to recovery is key if you plan on seeking compensation via a personal injury claim. The term “maximum medical improvement” will be […]
Important Tips for Avoiding School Bus Accidents
With September comes a sudden boost in school buses on Georgia roads. School buses can definitely impact the normal flow of traffic, thanks to their bulky size and shape, frequent stops, and lower speeds. However, they carry precious cargo—and that means it is even more important to avoid collisions. Fortunately, there’s a lot that regular […]
Coping With Emotional and Psychological Trauma from a Car Accident
When you think about the consequences of a car accident, you likely think of broken bones, glass embedded in the skin, and serious head injuries. But the trauma caused by car accidents goes beyond physical injuries. For many victims, the emotional and psychological impact of a crash is just as bad as the physical injuries […]
How to Prove Negligence in a Personal Injury Case
When you’re injured because of another person’s negligence, it’s common to feel irrationally annoyed and even angry at the entire situation. Because of one person’s choice to text and drive, leave a rickety staircase up at their place of business, or unleash their aggressive dog, you’re left with medical bills, lost wages, and mental trauma. […]
The Connection Between Car Accidents and Aggressive Driving Behaviors
Countless car accidents happen every single day, leaving a trail of injuries, totaled vehicles, and financial loss in their wake. A shocking number of these accidents are the direct cause of aggressive drivers. Drivers who let their emotions control what goes on behind the wheel are a serious threat to everyone else on the road. […]
The Role of Mediation in Personal Injury Cases
If negotiations have stalled and there seem to be limited options remaining for your personal injury claim, it’s possible that your attorney will recommend mediation. Mediation, frequently used in family law cases and business law, is also a useful tool for some personal injury cases. Find out how mediation may be used in your personal […]
The Importance of Getting a Lawyer Involved Early in a Trucking Accident
While every vehicle accident has the potential to cause serious injuries, the risk is far greater with truck accidents. Truck drivers are injured or killed on occasion, but in most accidents, occupants of passenger vehicles bear the brunt of the injuries. That’s why it’s so important to reach out to a truck accident lawyer as […]
The Connection Between Sleep Deprivation and Car Accident Risks
It’s hard not to feel tired in today’s world. More people than ever are working two jobs, or at least a full-time job plus a side hustle. Add the stresses of parenting, running a household, maintaining friendships, and meeting other obligations, and it’s clear that sleep isn’t always a priority. However, that has consequences. Fatigue […]
The Importance of Eyewitnesses in a Personal Injury Case
After a personal injury, you may worry about getting compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and other expenses. You know what happened, and you have the injuries to prove it—but how do you get the insurance company to believe you enough to offer a fair settlement? One or two strong eyewitnesses can do a […]
