Atlanta Personal Injury Law Blog

Every driver has been there: For no apparent reason, a tailgater starts following way too close to the back bumper of your car. Maybe they’re in a hurry. Maybe they’re an aggressive driver and this is simply how they always choose to drive. Maybe they’re oblivious and...

When there's danger around an area, property owners often try to put up a sign or give other warnings to anybody who may be on the premises. Unfortunately, warnings and signs aren't always effective. Someone may deface them, the elements may damage them, they may...

When snow falls or cold temperatures create ice on the roads it is important to know how to adjust your driving. A few simple steps could make the difference between getting home safely and not getting home at all. What can you do to drive more safely in winter? Here...

When a cyclist and the driver of a car are involved in an accident, it is often assumed by the average person that the driver of the car will be held liable since they have the biggest capacity to do damage. However, liability is assigned to the person who was most...

An accurate, quick diagnosis is one of the most important steps in getting effective medical care. You need to know what causes your symptoms to get the right care. Otherwise, simply treating the symptoms may do little to alleviate your condition. Unfortunately, about...

You know that it can be dangerous to buy a cooking product from some no-name company overseas, so you’re cautious. You look for well-known manufacturers. You read product reviews. You follow the directions on whatever item you buy when you use it. Yet, disaster can...

By living in an apartment, you give over some control of your security to your landlord. You may rent just one apartment, but they’re responsible for the security of the building. If they’re negligent and lax in that duty, you’re the one who is at risk if a crime...

The holiday season is a time of joy and happiness for most people. It is also the busiest time of the year in many ways. You will encounter extra traffic on the roads while most retail establishments are packed with customers. When you put so many people together,...

One of the reasons that businesses and homeowners have to carry insurance policies is their potential liability from visitors. When other people come onto your property, whether it's a friend of your family or a salesperson trying to get you to change uniform vendors...

Speed kills. Yet, when you are late for work or in a rush to get home, it can be easy to forget that a few miles per hour can make a big difference. Atlanta City Council recently agreed to introduce a 25 mph speed limit to many of the city’s streets. This 10 mph drop...