While many motorists are able to drive safely, others fail to uphold this duty each time they are behind the wheel of a vehicle. When a driver is distracted, reckless or intoxicated, this could create a very dangerous situation. However, this is not the only form of...
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What are common occupational diseases?
Going to work is a fairly routine act for individuals in Georgia and elsewhere. One does not often think about the harms one might face if he or she is heading to an office, school, store or other similar work atmospheres. When people work in a mine, construction...
Helping you through the SSD application and appeals process
Suffering a sudden injury is a shocking situation. One is never prepared to deal with the aftermath of a serious accident, especially if it results in a disabling condition. Whether it is temporary or long-term, it can be challenging to adapt. A disabling injury can...
Living with paralysis after a car accident
You wake up to the sound of sirens. You are lying on the pavement. You can see your crumpled vehicle on the side of the road and a pickup truck with a smashed front end not far away. You realize you have been in a serious wreck. Then you try to get up and move off of...
What are your rights after a SSD denial?
When life brings about a difficult situation, one likely has many questions. Whether its because of an accident or an illness, suffering from a disability can impact a person's life in many way. Not only must an individual adapt his or her life but one must also find...
Distracted driving remains a concern on the roadways
Driving in a motor vehicle is likely in our daily lives. Whether it is you driving the vehicle or you are riding as a passenger, individuals in Georgia and elsewhere take to the road on a daily basis. This isn't supposed to be a scary commute though, as it is a way...
SSD program costs may be declining
No one expects to get so seriously injured that they are deemed disabled; however, it is comforting to know that he or she has options if such a horrible and tragic situation occurs. It is well known that Social Security disability programs area available to Americans...
Unsafe working conditions and workers’ comp
There are a wide variety of work environments. Depending on the industry an individual works in, he or she might work at a desk, in a factory, on the road, in a lab, at a hospital or at a construction site. No matter what type of work environment an employee works in,...
What happens after suffering a traumatic brain injury?
Depending on their severity, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can affect every aspect of the injured victims' lives. Not only the victims, but also their families and friends, can be adversely affected by TBIs, as these injuries can permanently alter the relationships...
Helping car accident victims seek compensation
We read about them in the news, we drive by them in our vehicles and we may even know some one that has been in one. An automobile collision may seem like an every day thing that happens to other people, but the reality is that any driver is at risk of being involved...