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According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2,597 people were killed in United States traffic accidents in December 2010. Of those, 775 deaths involved alcohol-impaired drivers. Georgia’s Driving Under the Influence Laws are complex. Georgia DUI injury lawyer Shane Smith can sort through the intermingled laws that potentially create complications in a DUI …

An 11-year-old girl vacationing in Central Florida was fatally electrocuted in June 2012 when she attempted to retrieve her ball in a resort’s miniature golf course pond. Reuters reported that building-safety personnel determined that a faulty pump, connected to the wrong circuit breaker, likely caused an electric current to be sent through the water. Ashton …

ARTICLE 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS TITLE 40 Chapter 6 Article 1 Note § 40-6-1. Observance of chapter required;punishment for violations generally: maximum fines for certain offenses § 40-6-2. Obedience to authorized persons directing traffic § 40-6-3. Chapter refers to operation of vehicles on highways; exceptions § 40-6-4. Persons riding animals or driving animal drawn vehicles § 40-6-5. …

Poor weather conditions can have a significantly adverse effect on a vehicle maneuverability and driver visibility. A driver is not relieved of his or her duty to operate their vehicle in a safe matter simply because the weather is bad, however, and victims of accidents that occur in poor weather may still be able to …

Georgia deck collapse accident victims may face months of therapy and lost income as a result of their injuries. If you are injured on another person’s property a premises liability lawyer at Shane Smith Law can review the incident and advise you of your legal rights. Deck collapse accident victims should secure the services of an experienced …

Georgia property owners have a duty to ensure the safety of the public when visiting their property. This includes business owners, homeowners, landlords, and commercial property owners (including hotel owners). These entities must keep their properties reasonably safe for use by tenants and customers or patrons. If you are injured on another person’s property a premises …

Georgia auto accident victims may receive prompt settlement offers from the at-fault driver’s insurance company.  A victim should not accept a check from the at-fault driver or his insurance company as this may be interpreted as a settlement acceptance and may prevent the victim from receiving additional compensation. A victim should consult with a Clayton …

The personal injury claim process can be complicated. There are deadlines that must be adhered to in order to ensure the process is efficient and maximize the amount of your settlement. Hiring a Georgia personal injury lawyer to handle your claim should be done as quickly as possible.  There is certain paperwork that needs to be …

It may help to speak to an injury lawyer in Atlanta at Shane Smith Law if you’re considering filing a personal injury claim for negligence in your wreck or accident. It’s important to know and go over the defenses you may be facing in court. Doing so will allow you and your lawyer to adequately …

Georgia law requires that homeowners and retailers exercise reasonable care to maintain safe properties for any “invitee” who is approaching, exiting or present on the property. If you have suffered a serious injury on someone else’s property, a premises liability lawyer at Shane Smith Law can review your accident and injuries to determine if you have a …

Georgia deck collapse accident victims can pursue legal remedies. A premises liability lawyer at Shane Smith Law can determine if a deck collapse victim has the grounds to sue and the appropriate parties to pursue compensation. We can zealously advocate for a victim’s compensation for physical and financial harm. Our attorneys can obtain the accident evidence …

Georgia deck collapse accidents are often the result of negligence from those who have the responsibility to properly care for and maintain the structures. If you are injured on another person’s property a premises liability lawyer at Shane Smith Law can review the incident and advise you of your legal rights. Georgia deck collapse accident cases are …