On the road, there are many hazards that you and other drivers face. One of these hazards is the behavior of others on the road. According to the NHTSA, in 2018, over 9,000 people died in accidents involving speeding. Speed affects everyone’s safety, including the...
Work-related fatalities and catastrophic injury rates are higher on construction sites than in any other industry, nationwide. Georgia companies have a duty to take steps that prevent worker injuries. However, even when they proactively provide you with fall...
Particularly for newer drivers, driving around large commercial vehicles may be intimidating. Understanding the functional differences between regular passenger vehicles and larger commercial ones is paramount. Understanding how to drive safely and share the road with...
As a resident in Georgia, you understand that certain disabilities qualify an individual to apply for benefits. Most of the time, you hear about this regarding physical disabilities. But what about mental health disorders or conditions that affect your physical...
From repetitive stress injuries that develop gradually to catastrophic accidents that happen suddenly, workers in many different industries may find themselves risking their health or even their life while on the job. In Georgia, most companies with at least three...
Suffering an unexpected injury is already stressful enough, but especially when it impacts your ability to work. Fortunately, you have options like Social Security Disability benefits that can provide financial support. After some time away from work to heal and...
Residents in Georgia who are concerned about safety on the road may feel that driving a larger automobile, like a sport utility vehicle, protects them and their family members more than driving a smaller vehicle. That may hold true in some situations. However, these...
For injuries at work, almost everyone would tell you that workers' compensation is the way to pursue the money you need to recover. This is likely to be true — but it is far from a universal truth. Injury law is complex. Workers' comp ideally should help you and your...
There is no question that distracted driving kills thousands of Americans every year. In 2018 alone, 2,841 people died in car accidents involving distracted driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. As a result many states, including...
Your employer has to provide a safe place for you to perform your job duties when you go to work. According to Occupational Safety and Health Administration, under the General Duty Clause, employers have to provide their employees with a workplace free from...
