Atlanta Personal Injury Attorneys

Motorcycle accidents are often serious, leading to severe injuries and even death.  This is because motorcycles lack the protective structure that passenger vehicles have. Specifically, motorcyclists are 27 times more likely than a passenger vehicle occupant to die in an accident.  They also five times more likely to sustain injuries.*  

Motorcycle accidents are each different and inflict different traumas on the victims. Many motorcycle accidents tend to occur due to similar sets of circumstances, however. If you or a loved one enjoys riding, it is important to know how these accidents can happen. 

If you are a homeowner in Georgia, you likely have homeowners insurance. Usually, people buy these policies when they buy their houses, and barring a disaster, they rarely think about them. Here are some things you should know about homeowners insurance that can better protect you and save you money.

NATRONA COUNTY, WY. – According to an online news report posted at k2radio.com, a veteran from Wyoming has sued manufacturer 3M for injuries he says he suffered due to defective military earplugs. The man says that the earplugs he was issued, which were manufactured by 3M, did not work as intended and caused him to develop hearing loss.*

A wrongful death claim arises in Georgia when person or company, either through negligence, an intentional act or by way of manufacturing a defective product, causes the death of another person.  However, in such cases, multiple claims often have to be presented, which can result in the plaintiff(s) pursuing the case individually as well as through an Estate.  

Accidents in parking lots can result in serious and sometimes fatal injuries. Parking lot accidents are very common, as they are often replete with vehicles and people walking to their destination such as a supermarket or other type of establishment.

UNITED STATES – According to an online news story reported at chicago.suntimes.com, numerous baby sleepers that have been recalled this year due to dangerous risks to children remain on sale despite the recalls. The sleepers have been recalled because children can roll over in them and suffocate.* 

The state of Alabama has laws that specifically apply to pedestrians, which explain when pedestrians and vehicles need to yield to each other. Knowing these state laws can help you avoid an accident and protect yourself while out walking.*

BREVARD COUNTY, FL – According to an online news report at spacecoastdaily.com, AAA is urging drivers to slow down and be alert when in school zones, as many students will be soon heading back to school.  If drivers fail to do so, it can have serious consequences including serious injuries or fatalities.*

Many cities in Georgia are becoming more walking friendly, bringing larger numbers of people out to walk to work, take a stroll shopping, or get some outdoor exercise. Unfortunately, however, the number of Georgia pedestrian accidents is also on the rise. What events contribute to pedestrian accidents in Georgia?

UNITED STATES – An online article posted at corsicanadailysun.com discusses the dangers facing pedestrians on today’s roadways and the ways that pedestrians can help to protect themselves from potentially being involved in a serious traffic accident.* 

NORTH CAROLINA – A wrongful death action is a form of civil lawsuit, the specifics of which are governed by North Carolina law. All aspects of a wrongful death suit are subject to the provisions of North Carolina wrongful death law - Statute § 28A-18-2, "Death by wrongful act of another; recovery not assets."

ATLANTA, GA. – According to an online news story reported at patch.com, the mayor of Atlanta, Georgia, is set to propose regulations on electric scooters in the city. The news of potential regulations comes in the wake of two scooter-related fatalities in Atlanta.* 

ARIZONA – According to an online news report posted at wthr.com, the attorney general of Arizona has asked the United States Supreme Court to hear an opioid case against the family that owns Purdue Pharma. Purdue Pharma manufacturers OxyContin, and Arizona is petitioning for the Supreme Court to order the owners to pay back money they allegedly siphoned from the company.* 

According to the National Highway Safety Administration, 80 percent of all motorcycle accidents cause serious and sometimes fatal injuries. This makes it extremely important to take all steps necessary to keep yourself safe when biking, the top six of which are as follows:

Electric scooters or “e-scooters” have entered the market in Atlanta as a fun alternative to walking, bicycle riding, driving, or taking public transportation. E-scooters are not like the old fashion push scooters many people had as children. They are about the same size as traditional foot pedal scootersbut run on an electric motor that propels riders on streets and sidewalks. The e-scooters offered for rent by companies such as Bird and Lime are quick and are easy to maneuver provided that the rider maintains his or her balance and pays close attention to the surrounding traffic situation in the street and on the sidewalk.

Left-turn accidents can affect any motorist, but motorcyclists in the United States are disproportionately affected by these kinds of collisions. Often, drivers do not see motorcyclists and turn out in front of them, causing accidents that can lead to tragic injuries.* 

If you suffer injury from a hazard on private, public, or commercial property, you might have the right to monetary damages.  Generally, property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe, but the scope of this duty varies significantly depending on the specific facts and situation. Summer activities tend to include resorts, swimming pools, amusement parks, concerts, and other seasonal forms of recreation.  

As a parent, you are not able to be with your child at every second of the day. Whether you have a full time job or have other responsibilities, you are in reliance of a child care provider/center to take care of your babies when you are away from them. You, as do many of us, entrust the provider or facility with the care and safety of your child. Unfortunately, however, daycare negligence is on the rise in the United States, leading to serious injuries and sometimes the death of children in the care of others.

E-Scooters are increasingly popular across the U.S., especially in cities. Riders do not need to purchase insurance before they rent the motorized vehicle and zoom down the street. On the other hand, e-scooter companies like Lime and Bird do not conduct any testing at all to determine whether the rider who leased time on their e-scooter is a safe rider. Additionally, Lime and Bird do not perform safety checks on their e-scooters to make certain that their safety equipment such as the brakes and lights are in working order. So when an accident inevitably happens, the first question people will ask is, “who pays?”