As a survivor of an accident with a drunk driver, you may be happy to be alive and know that the person who caused your injuries is behind bars or has been penalized in a criminal court for his poor decisions. However, you shouldn’t stop there. As a Georgia DUI victim who sustained injuries, damages …
How You Can Get Justice After a Prescription Drug Accident
If you were injured in an Atlanta accident caused by a driver under the influence of prescription medication, you may be surprised to learn that there is a good chance the driver will not be convicted for the Georgia DUI accident. Driving while impaired by a medication is illegal in Georgia. Many prescription and over …
DUI Driver Kills Toddler, Leaves Second Child Injured
According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), DUI accident fatalities increased from 9,865 in 2011 to 10,322 in 2013. The NHTSA reported that the majority of DUI accidents with fatalities involved drivers whose blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was 0.15 percent or higher, or almost twice the legal limit. A 2006 study …
Fatal Atlanta Car Accident Involves Morehouse Marching Band
On October st, a fatal car accident occurred in Henry County, GA. It involved Ralph Marshall, a resident of Jonesboro, who drives a charter bus for Superior Transportation, based out of Atlanta. It was originally believed that another vehicle cut the bus off while driving on I-75 in Henry County. The bus had been chartered …
Helping Deck Fall Victims Get Compensation
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 …
What is an Escalator Accident?
Escalators are found in airports, department stores, convention centers, and even in office buildings. Most of us hop on them without giving a second thought to our safety; however, escalators have been known to malfunction and cause injuries to innocent victims. Escalators seem to always be moving; however, many of us have witnessed stopped escalators …
Football-Related TBIs
Post-concussion syndrome, a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by an impact to the head, may not be identified without expert medical attention following an accident. A Clayton County brain injury lawyer at the Law Office of Shane Smith can pursue a Georgia personal injury claim. Most TBI claims are concussion-related; such injuries can range from mild …
How to Minimize Deck Falls With Simple Maintenance
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 …
How Car Accidents Can Cause Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries include those that affect a person’s brain, spinal column, or spinal cord. When these parts of the body are injured, victims can develop serious medical issues that may last for the rest of their lives. The brain is responsible for all bodily functions, both conscious and unconscious, and the spinal cord transmits messages …
What to Know Before Accepting a Personal Injury Offer
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 …
Georgia Personal Injury Claim Deadlines
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 …
Common Personal Injury Defenses
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 …
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