Although car crashes are a part of daily life in Georgia, most people assume that their families will never feel the effect of a major wreck. Thousands of Georgia residents every year get injured or die in car crashes, and the people affected by the wreck, as well as...
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What rights do you have if illegal acts cost someone their life?
Both Georgia and the federal government impose numerous restrictions on how people behave. Criminal laws in theory deter people from taking actions that would cause harm to others or at least impose consequences if someone violates certain statutes. There are dozens...
Everything you must know about wrongful death claims in Georgia
If you just lost someone you loved, you may feel sad and angry, especially if someone was at fault for their death. If this is your case, you have the right to file a legal claim for wrongful death against the person whose negligence killed your loved one....
Concerning rate of inmate deaths in Georgia prisons
While some accidents are simply that, many are caused by the negligence of another party. In some tragic incidents, this could evolve into a fatal accident that leaves the surviving family members with many questions. While many fatal tragedies happen on the roadways,...
How to file a wrongful death lawsuit over a nursing home death
Nursing home abuse and neglect can lead to deaths which can cause family members to wrongfully lose a loved one. Surviving loved ones should know how a wrongful death claim may be able to help them with their damages. Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit? Who can...
Nurse’s aide sentenced for murdering elderly VA patients
The recent sentencing of a West Virginia nursing assistant who pleaded guilty last year to murdering seven elderly patients in a Veterans’ Affairs medical facility brings this terrible matter close to conclusion. Stories like this make you shudder and want to hold on...
Filing a wrongful death claim in Georgia
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is often incomprehensible for surviving family members. If you have lost a loved one, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim to recover damages to support your family financially and hold negligent parties...
Street racing legislation named in honor of metro Atlanta mom killed in crash
It isn’t difficult to understand the popularity of street racing. “Laying drag” is often a way of settling bets and disputes. Drivers also get to show off the cars into which they’ve invested considerable time and money. And there’s a kind of excitement surrounding...
Why have fatal car crashes increased during 2020?
Despite there being strict restrictions on travel throughout most of 2020, the number of fatal car crashes increased across the country. This might come as a surprise to Georgia residents, who expected the roadways to be empty of most traffic and therefore car...
The most fatal time of day for motorcyclists
While motorcycles can boast speed and maneuverability, they lack the safety provided by an enclosed vehicle. Motorcycles are a fast, exciting mode of transportation, but even a simple miscalculation can end in disaster. It is not uncommon for riders to suffer brain...