Personal Injury Law Blog

The rise of the “gig economy,” has seen the old-style pizza delivery boy morph into national apps that utilize a virtual army of people across the U.S. to deliver food from restaurants.  The convenience of having food delivered from almost any restaurant for a nominal fee explains the sudden surge in popularity of food delivery apps like Grubhub, Uber Eats, Door Dash, Postmates and other similar services.  However, this army of delivery drivers means an increase in car accidents caused by drivers delivering everything from fine cuisine to comfort food from fast food chains.  If you or a family member have been injured by a delivery driver’s lack of reasonable care or inattention, an experienced auto accident lawyer can evaluate your situation and advise you regarding your right to financial compensation for your injuries and other damages.

GEORGIA - A news article posted on therogersvillereview.com reports that the Georgia Highway Patrol, the Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Erlanger Health Systems, and other organizations are working to promote the "Operation Southern Shield" campaign.  The campaign is designed to increase traffic safety awareness and use law enforcement to stop speeding throughout the Southeast. 

SOUTH CAROLINA - A news article published on postandcourier.com reports that fatal traffic accidents are starting to rise again in South Carolina. The number of deadly accidents in the state dropped last year during the coronavirus pandemic stay-at-home orders. According to crash data from the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, there have been over 460 fatal collisions in the first half of 2021, as compared to 430 fatal accidents during the first half of 2020. In those accidents, more than 500 people were tragically killed this year compared with 486 in 2020. 

While no one plans to be involved in a traffic accident, preparation can mean that you avoid potentially disastrous mistakes when coping with the pain and stress that often accompany a collision.  If you suffer any injury or significant vehicle damage, you should speak to an experienced auto accident attorney to determine your potential rights and remedies. Until you have had the opportunity to speak to an experienced attorney, read the suggestions below for how to avoid early mistakes in your potential case.

Although most drivers understand that texting or talking on a cell phone behind the wheel is dangerous, fewer people understand the science behind this severe threat to public safety.  Admittedly, the folly associated with taking one’s eyes off the road during a morning commute seems obvious, but this type of activity does not constitute the greatest risk associated with distracted driving.  The more prevalent danger presented by motorists using cell phones is referred to as “recognition error.”  This type of driving behavior encompasses distractions inside and outside the vehicle, inattention, and surveillance deficiencies.

Whenever you are involved in any sort of vehicle collision, you could suffer debilitating injuries, skyrocketing medical expenses, and significant periods of inability to perform duties at home or in the workplace.  However, motorcycle riders injured by negligent drivers face a special kind of challenge.  While the popularity of motorcycles has expanded the demographics of riders to include everyone from CEOs of Fortune 500 companies to movie stars, some people cling to outdated notions of the “outlaw rider.”  These negative stereotypes can taint jurors, skew the testimony of witnesses, and lead to false assumptions about rider behavior.

Despite a general awareness throughout the country of the dangers of drunk driving, alcohol impairment continues to be the cause of lost lives, permanent injuries, devastating pain and suffering, and massive property damage. Drunk drivers claim the lives of over 10,000 people annually.

Two weeks ago, Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO, admitted that "Full-Self Driving" was a "hard problem." An article published on Zero Hedge claims Elon Musk haphazardly admitted that Tesla might not be close to delivering full-self driving capabilities. 

SURFSIDE, FLORIDA - The Surfside building collapse death toll has tragically risen to 64 victims.  According to Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, authorities decided to shift their search and rescue effort to a recovery effort. Levine Cava stated that four more victims were recovered last Thursday and the Miami-Dade Police Department identified five more collapse victims last Thursday evening.

The rapid evolution of self-driving cars poses a legal challenge as states and the federal government struggle to decide safety rules and liability principles that apply to collisions involving one or more self-driven vehicles.  When two human drivers crash into one another, the process of determining liability usually involves determining fault between the parties to the crash.  

Wrong-Way Collisions That Occur on Controlled-Access Highways Are 27 Times More Severe Than Other Types of Accidents. 

Wrong-way driving is defined as motor vehicle movement inside a travel lane and opposite the legal flow of traffic.  The two most common places for wrong-way accidents are highway access ramps and high-speed divided highways.  

New studies are showing an increase in the number of traumatic brain injuries amongst people aged 65 and older. There are approximately 270,000 cases of traumatic brain injuries per year.  Fortunately, 90% of traumatic brain injuries are considered mild cases. 

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - About 10,000 new street lights are being installed throughout the city of Atlanta.  Atlanta city leaders are hoping the added lighting will improve safety, cut down on crime, and reduce accidents.  

BULLOCH COUNTY, GEORGIA - A dangerous intersection in Bulloch County, Georgia, is undergoing a dramatic change to improve safety.

AAA predicts this Fourth of July holiday weekend will break all pre-pandemic travel records.  Industry experts say the high volume of travelers would "bring some headaches for those heading out."

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - Atlanta ranked as one of the cities for best drivers, according to an online news report. Each year, QuoteWizard discovers which cities have the best drivers and which cities have the worst drivers.

Railroad employees deserve to work in a safe environment. However, working for a railroad is demanding and can be dangerous. An employee of a railroad company faces significant dangers each shift around the yard when loading freight, moving cars or repairing an engine. Also, operating the train is fraught with hazards such as derailment, collisions, fires, and inhalation of toxic fumes. 

Serious accidents can happen at any time and in any place, even when you are on vacation or visiting theme parks. Sadly, spending the day an  amusement park does not guarantee your safety.

Florida Attorneys for Burns and Injuries Caused by Defective E-Cigarettes

Vape pens and Juul e-cigarettes are incredibly dangerous. Not only are the substances used in the e-cigarettes and vape pens extremely toxic to inhale, but the product itself is also inherently dangerous. Many people have been seriously injured and sustained severe burns after their e-cigarette or vape pen exploded while using them or when stored in a pocket. At least one person died after a vape pen blew up and blasted shrapnel into his face and head, killing him. 

Florida Attorneys for Personal Injuries and Fatalities Caused by Defective Products and Toys Marketed to Children

Child Product Liability Overview

Loving parents go to great extremes to provide a safe home for their families. Sadly, tragedy can strike unexpectedly when one of the children’s toys, bedding, or food causes injury unexpectedly.