Injured By a DUI Driver – Georgia Dram Shop Law

September 23, 2011

Although common law has customarily upheld the precedent that it is the consumption of alcohol, and not its sale, that creates liability in cases of DUI accident or injury, changes to Georgia law place more responsibility on the property owner when a person who was served alcohol causes an accident. The Georgia Dram Shop law […]

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Atlanta Pedestrians v. Atlanta Drivers

September 14, 2011

When it comes down to drivers versus pedestrians, many Atlanta drivers are not sure of who has the right of way. By the same token, many pedestrians assume that they have the right of way. This can often lead to accidents where a pedestrian ends up being hit by a vehicle. Unfortunately, these types of […]

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Georgia Automobile Accident Deaths Down This Labor Day Weekend

September 6, 2011

There were seven Georgia highway-related deaths related to Labor Day holiday traffic this year.  This number represents half the amount of deaths last Labor Day weekend according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on ajc.com. In addition to the seven Georgia fatalities, Georgia State Patrol investigated 435 Georgia auto accidents in which there were 225 injuries over […]

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Atlanta Drivers Ranked Some Of The Worst

September 2, 2011

Allstate insurance has released its 7th annual “Allstate America’s Best Drivers Report.” Atlanta ranked 151 out of 200 for best drivers in the country, which means Atlanta has some of the worst drivers. According to Allstate, the average driver in Atlanta will have an auto accident every 7.9 years, which compares to the national average […]

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Atlanta Worker Injured in a Car Wreck?

September 1, 2011

Although most commonly associated with personal injury, motor vehicle accidents involving workers are also common. Construction workers and other types of employees may be required to drive as part of their normal duties, whether in a company-leased vehicle, a fleet vehicle, or in their personal automobile. While operation of a motor vehicle always assumes a […]

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Food Poisoning Cases and Class Action Suits

August 24, 2011

In the event the quality of a food product is compromised by faulty equipment, cross-contamination, or other circumstances, the result is often injury to a group of people who have been exposed to the tainted product. Although these types of cases may appear clear-cut, the nature of food poisoning cases makes them difficult to litigate […]

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Pedestrians and Accidents – All Too Common

August 12, 2011

Here’s a frightening fact from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: in 2009, on average, a pedestrian was killed every two hours and injured every nine minutes in traffic crashes. That year, there was an estimated 59,000 pedestrians injured in traffic crashes in the United States and 4,092 killed. As an Atlanta accident lawyer, I’ve […]

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Huge Recall of Ground Turkey – Illnesses in Georgia

August 4, 2011

Approximately 36 million pounds of ground turkey have been recalled by Arkansas-based, Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation. The recall is due to possible Salmonella contamination according to the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The strain is multi-drug resistant. Seventy-nine people in 26 states have been sickened. Of those, 22 people have been hospitalized and […]

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How Important Is Motorcycle Safety Gear?

August 3, 2011

As gas prices climb and summer weather brings people outside, more riders are turning to their motorcycles as primary transportation. When out on the bike – whether for a ride across Atlanta or across Georgia – it is important to include several safety measures. A helmet, approved by the DOT is an important element, but […]

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How to Create an Accident Preparedness Kit

August 1, 2011

In the event of a car accident, the first few minutes after the initial incident are often the most crucial for collecting the details you’ll need in the event you need to pursue legal action later. An accident preparedness kit is a great way to make sure you have what you need in the event […]

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