Every day in the United States, approximately 9 people are killed and more than 1,000 are injured in crashes that involve a distracted driver. In Georgia, roadway fatalities increased over […]
Featured Attorney Interview: Ben Gerber Describes How Coronavirus Has Impacted Workers’ Compensation in Georgia
We are living in unprecedented times. Amidst the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, much of the world has come to a standstill. And yet, people are still getting injured at work, […]
Can I File a Third-Party Lawsuit and Get Workers’ Compensation in Georgia?
Workers’ compensation is sometimes called an “exclusive remedy” because, in most cases, workers can’t sue an employer for a work-related injury but instead have to file a workers’ compensation claim […]
Georgia Statute of Limitations for Auto Accident Claims
If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, there’s a good chance you’re feeling overwhelmed. You’re undoubtedly worried about your short and long-term health, whether or not you’ll need to […]
What Do I Need to Know about Depositions in Georgia?
The mere mention of the word “deposition” is enough to make most non-lawyers start sweating. Whether you’re thinking about deposing someone or you’re the one scheduled to be deposed, knowledge […]
Can You Receive Workers’ Comp for PTSD and Similar Injuries?
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that pays medical expenses and lost wages to employees who are injured while doing their job. When most people think about work-related injuries, […]
Georgia Contributory Negligence Laws
Personal injury law should be easy. A person was injured, and the person who caused the injury should be held responsible for the damages. Straightforward, right? Not always. First, the […]
What To Do After a Work-Related Car Accident in Georgia
There are certain steps you should take following an off-work car accident. But what happens if the auto accident occurs while you’re on the job? In Georgia, nearly half of […]
Can You Sue Your Landlord for Black Mold in Georgia?
You bend down to pick up the toothbrush you dropped on your bathroom floor and that’s when you see it — black mold covering the bottom of your sink. You’re […]
5 Most Common Workplace Injuries in Georgia
According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, Georgia employers reported 78,200 nonfatal workplace injuries in 2017. Perhaps more alarming, there were 194 fatal injuries (up from 171 the […]